Fraunhofer Institute for Reliability and Microintegration IZMThe integration of renewable energies requires the extensive use of storage and generation devices such as batteries and fuel cells. These devices are connected to the energy grid with the help of power electronic components. Converters play a central role in this process, enabling energy flows with high efficiency and low resource consumption. The aim of the project is to research new power electronic converters that enable a single-stage connection to the AC power supply grid for the first time through the use of gallium nitride (GaN) semiconductor components. The bidirectional blocking capability of these new semiconductor components is exploited here. To prove the functionality, a corresponding demonstrator is being realized and characterized with the industrial partners. (Source: https://elektronikforschung.de/projekte/enerconnect)
