On January 22, 2025, project partners from Fraunhofer IKTS and KAI/Infineon participated in the workshop “Analysing Power Semiconductors at Synchrotrons”, held as part of the Industry Satellite Meeting 2025 at the DESY Campus in Hamburg, Germany and co-organized by DESY (Deutsches Elektronen-Synchrotron), LEAPS – the League of European Accelerator-based Photon Sources – and Hi-Acts (Helmholtz Innovation Platform for Accelerator-based Technologies and Solutions).
The workshop brought together industry experts and researchers to explore the latest advancements in power semiconductor analysis using synchrotron radiation. Representing AddMorePower, Andre Clausner (Fraunhofer IKTS) and Michael Reisinger (KAI/Infineon) discussed the specific challenges in power electronics and highlighted how the AddMorePower project is addressing these issues. Their contributions emphasized the importance of advanced material characterization techniques in improving the performance and reliability of power semiconductors.
Understanding DESY and Its Role in Semiconductor Research
DESY (Deutsches Elektronen-Synchrotron) is a leading international research center specializing in particle acceleration and synchrotron radiation. It provides state-of-the-art facilities that enable scientists to analyze materials at an atomic level, making it a crucial hub for semiconductor and materials science research. By leveraging DESY’s advanced infrastructure, researchers can gain deeper insights into material properties, leading to innovations in power electronics.
Participation in this workshop reflects AddMorePower’s commitment to fostering collaboration between research institutions and industry. Engaging in discussions with experts in the field helps ensure that the project’s research outcomes contribute to real-world advancements in power electronics technology.
As AddMorePower continues its mission to enhance power semiconductor performance, events like these provide valuable opportunities to share knowledge, exchange ideas, and drive innovation forward.
