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SUMMARY:Understanding and Selecting Capacitors - Fundamentals\, Technologies and Latest Trends
DESCRIPTION:Understanding and Selecting Capacitors – Fundamentals\, Technologies and Latest Trends\nWürth Elektronik eiSos Webinar\nTuesday\, May 5th 2026 @ 4:00PM CEST\n\n\nCapacitors are among the key components in electronic circuits. Different technologies – ranging from ceramic and electrolytic capacitors to film capacitors and supercapacitors – offer specific characteristics and application areas. In this webinar\, we first provide a concise overview of the relevant capacitor technologies\, highlighting their typical strengths and limitations. \n\nA special focus will be placed on recent developments in aluminum hybrid polymer capacitors as well as DC-link film capacitors. \n\nWhat should be considered when selecting the right technology? What limitations apply to each capacitor type? Which technological trends and innovations are shaping the evolution of these components? And which new product developments open up additional optimization potential in hardware design? \n\nIn addition to the technological classification\, we will present current solutions from Würth Elektronik and provide practical guidance for their implementation in modern applications.\n\n\n\nSpeaker\nLukas Hölscher\nField Product Engineer
URL:https://passive-components.eu/event/understanding-and-selecting-capacitors-fundamentals-technologies-and-latest-trends/
LOCATION:virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Prague:20260507T170000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Prague:20260507T180000
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SUMMARY:From Grid to Motion: How Industrial Electrification is Redefining Power System Design
DESCRIPTION:From Grid to Motion: How Industrial Electrification is Redefining Power System Design\nKnowles Webinar \nDate: May 7\, 2026\nTime: 11 AM EDT (8 AM PDT / 5:00 PM CEST)\nIndustrial electrification is driving a fundamental shift in how power is generated\, converted\, and applied across industrial systems. This webinar examines the seven-stage industrial electrification chain—from renewable generation and energy storage to motor drives\, robotics\, mobile electrification\, and industrial heating—showing how the move to inverter-based architectures is reshaping system design. With capacitors serving as the common enabling technology at every stage\, the session highlights where and why aluminum electrolytic\, film\, and supercapacitors are used\, how they address demands such as lifetime\, ripple handling\, and fast transient response\, and how hybrid approaches are unlocking new performance and reliability gains as industry accelerates its transition away from fossil fuels. \n\nOverview\nIndustrial electrification is driving a fundamental transformation in how energy is generated\, converted\, and applied across industrial systems. As industries shift away from fossil-fuel–based processes\, electrification is emerging not as a single market\, but as a megatrend spanning renewable generation\, energy storage\, electric vehicle infrastructure\, motion control\, mobile equipment\, and industrial heating. This webinar introduces the seven-stage industrial electrification chain\, framing the scope and scale of this transition and the increasing reliance on power electronics-based architectures. \nAcross every stage of the electrification chain\, capacitors serve as the common enabling technology\, performing critical roles such as DC link energy storage\, EMI suppression\, ripple current handling\, fast transient buffering\, and system protection. The session explores how electrification is increasing both the quantity and performance demands of capacitors\, and why design requirements like lifetime\, reliability\, efficiency\, and safety are becoming more stringent as systems operate at higher power densities and voltages. \nThe webinar concludes with a technology level perspective on aluminum electrolytic\, film\, and supercapacitors\, examining where each excels and why hybrid approaches are increasingly common in modern industrial designs. Through real application examples—from motor drives and robotics to BESS\, AGVs\, and industrial heating—attendees will gain practical insight into how component level decisions shape system performance\, reliability\, and total cost of ownership in the rapidly electrifying industrial landscape. \nFor more information\, please visit here. \n\n\nKey Takeaways\n\nRecognize that industrial electrification is a broad\, system level shift—not a single market\nUnderstand how capacitors enable every stage of the electrification power chain\nLearn how aluminum electrolytic\, film\, and supercapacitors each play distinct roles\, but often work together in hybrid architectures\n\nSpeaker\nTrent Carroll\, Product Manager\, Knowles’ Cornell Dubilier Brand \nTrent Carroll currently manages Knowles’ Cornell Dubilier brand of aluminum electrolytic screw terminal capacitors\, supercapacitors\, and rechargeable batteries. He brings broad product management experience across a wide range of capacitor technologies\, having supported every type of electrolytic capacitor offered by Knowles’ Cornell Dubilier brand — along with select board-level film products. Carroll works closely with engineering\, sales\, and marketing to translate technical capabilities into clear\, market-focused product strategies. He holds a bachelor’s degree in applied mathematics with an engineering focus from Auburn University\, including coursework in aerospace engineering\, and a Certificate in Data Analytics.
URL:https://passive-components.eu/event/from-grid-to-motion-how-industrial-electrification-is-redefining-power-system-design/
LOCATION:virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Prague:20260512T080000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Prague:20260512T150000
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SUMMARY:ESCC Space Splice connectors
DESCRIPTION:ESCC Space Splice connectors\nAlter DOEEET / Littelfuse Webinar \n\n\nPresentation of a unique ESCC 3401 097 qualified splice solution using proven technology of D*MA contacts ESCC 3401 005. \nThis Space Splice solution was deployed to be used for 1 or 4 contacts. Easily integrable in a harness It could also be used for a small payload. Stackable and panel mounting versions available. \n\n\n\n\nAgenda\n\n\n\n\n\nC&K – Littelfuse : In brief.\nC&K – Littelfuse : Space activities :\n\nRectangular ESCC / NASA connectors and accessories. New Space connectors grade. (FR022). Made in France products.\nA dedicated team for our Space products.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSPACE SPLICE\n\n\n\n\n\nWhere to use it.\nHow to use it.\nDifferent configurations.\n\nSpeaker:\nGilles PARGUEY\, Space Business Development Manager – C&K / Littelfuse.  21 years of experience in space\, as product manager\, worldwide sales manager and business development. \n 
URL:https://passive-components.eu/event/escc-space-splice-connectors/
LOCATION:virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Prague:20260512T160000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Prague:20260512T170000
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SUMMARY:Accelerating Power Supply Design with Wurth Elektronik and STMicroelectronics
DESCRIPTION:Accelerating Power Supply Design with Wurth Elektronik and STMicroelectronics\nWebinar by Würth Elektronik eiSos\nTuesday\, May 12th 2026 @ 4:00PM CEST\n\n\nThis webinar will demonstrate how leveraging tools from STMicroelectronics and Wurth Elektronik can help improve power supply design time and costs.\n\nDiscover the available tools and resources for product selection and simulation from STMicroelectronics and Wurth Elektronik.\nLearn how eDesignSuite and REDEXPERT can shorten development and debugging time in power supply designs.\nApply these results in a real-life industrial power supply example.
URL:https://passive-components.eu/event/accelerating-power-supply-design-with-wurth-elektronik-and-stmicroelectronics/
LOCATION:virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Prague:20260513T170000
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SUMMARY:Winding Loss Modeling for Toroidal Magnetics - Including Gapped Cores
DESCRIPTION:Frenetic Webinar: Winding Loss Modeling for Toroidal Magnetics – Including Gapped Cores\nWednesday\, May 13\, 5:00 PM – 5:30 PM CET \nToroidal magnetics are widely used in power electronics thanks to their compact geometry and low stray fields. However\, accurately predicting winding losses becomes significantly more difficult when introducing air gaps\, non-uniform windings\, or arbitrary layouts. \nIn this webinar\, Jonas Mühlethaler will present a practical winding-loss modeling approach recently introduced at APEC 2026. The method extends the well-known mirroring technique to handle gapped toroids and complex winding arrangements\, scenarios where traditional 1D or uniform-winding models are no longer sufficient. \nThe session will explore how this approach can achieve FEM-level accuracy (within approximately 6%) without the computational burden of running full FEM simulations. \nTopics covered include: \n\nModeling winding losses in gapped toroids\nCommon Mode Chokes (CMCs) and toroidal transformers\nArbitrary winding layouts\nExtensions to the classic mirroring method\nAccuracy comparison versus FEM simulations\nPractical implications for high-frequency magnetic design\n\nThis webinar is especially relevant for engineers working on high-frequency magnetics\, power converters\, and advanced magnetic modeling workflows.
URL:https://passive-components.eu/event/winding-loss-modeling-for-toroidal-magnetics-including-gapped-cores/
LOCATION:virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Prague:20260519T160000
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SUMMARY:Designing Qi2 Wireless Power Systems: Practical Development and EMC Optimization
DESCRIPTION:Designing Qi2 Wireless Power Systems: Practical Development and EMC Optimization\, Webinar by Würth Elektronik\nTuesday\, May 19th 2026 @ 4:00PM CEST\n\n\nCurious about Qi2 wireless power design? Join this webinar to dive into practical development insights and EMC strategies for your next project.\n\nWhat you’ll learn:\n\n·         How to build a Qi2 wireless power transmitter from the ground up – from FET selection to control architecture.\n·         Key features of the WE Qi2 MPP Tx Coil and how to integrate it effectively.\n·         PCB layout tips to boost performance and minimize losses.\n·         How to measure and reduce conducted emissions with smart filter design.\n·         Interactive Q&A session to get your questions answered live.
URL:https://passive-components.eu/event/designing-qi2-wireless-power-systems-practical-development-and-emc-optimization-3/
LOCATION:virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Prague:20260527T170000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Prague:20260527T173000
DTSTAMP:20260525T112027Z
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SUMMARY:When requirements change: Live Planar redesign under time pressure
DESCRIPTION:Frenetic Webinar: When requirements change: Live Planar redesign under time pressure\nWednesday\, May 27\, 5:00 PM – 5:30 PM \n\n\nIn real projects\, requirements change all the time. \nIn this live session\, Frenetic power electronics expert\, Sotiris Zorbas\, will start from a real planar magnetics design use case based on initial specifications. Then midway through the session\, the requirements will suddenly change\, and he’ll adapt the design live under time pressure. \nWe’ll show how engineering teams can handle faster redesign cycles and iterations without restarting the entire process. \nWhat we’ll cover \n\nReal planar magnetics design workflow\nLive redesign when requirements change\nFast iteration under time pressure\nEngineering trade-offs and decisions\n\n\n\nSpeaker\n\n\n\n\nSotiris Zorbas\nFrenetic Power Electronics Engineer
URL:https://passive-components.eu/event/when-requirements-change-live-planar-redesign-under-time-pressure/
LOCATION:virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Prague:20260602T160000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Prague:20260602T170000
DTSTAMP:20260415T141843Z
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SUMMARY:Calculation\, Simulation and Measurement of 800V EMC Filters
DESCRIPTION:Calculation\, Simulation and Measurement of 800V EMC Filters\nWebinar by Würth Elektronik eiSos\nTuesday\, June 2nd 2026 @ 4:00PM CEST\n\n\nThis webinar highlights the growing relevance of 800‑volt systems in power electronics and the resulting requirements for advanced filter solutions. \n\nThe proliferation of 800V power networks and systems is advancing due to ever‑increasing demands on performance and efficiency. In this webinar\, the fundamentals for the calculation\, simulation and measurement of the EMC filters required for these systems will be examined in detail.\n\n\nSpeaker:\n\nAndreas Nadler\, Field Application Engineer
URL:https://passive-components.eu/event/calculation-simulation-and-measurement-of-800v-emc-filters/
LOCATION:virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Prague:20260616T160000
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SUMMARY:EMC with EMC – EMC‑compliant design with electromechanical connectors
DESCRIPTION:Würth Elektronik Webinar: EMC with EMC – EMC‑compliant design with electromechanical connectors\n\nTuesday\, June 16th 2026 @ 4:00PM CEST\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEMC is defined in the design phase – not in the test lab. In this free webinar\, we show how electromagnetic interference is generated\, how layout and return current paths influence EMC performance\, and how typical EMC issues can be avoided early in the design process. \n\n\nWe start with an unusual question to spark curiosity: What do a flower and a bee have to do with EMC? From there\, the focus quickly shifts to practical aspects taken directly from everyday development work. \nSpecial attention is given to electromechanical connectors and components and their impact on emissions and immunity at system level.
URL:https://passive-components.eu/event/emc-with-emc-emc-compliant-design-with-electromechanical-connectors/
LOCATION:virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Prague:20260630T170000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Prague:20260630T180000
DTSTAMP:20260622T130118Z
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SUMMARY:PSMA Capacitor Committee Webinar: High Voltage Pulse Capacitors
DESCRIPTION:PSMA Capacitor Committee Webinar: High Voltage Pulse Capacitors\nJun 30\, 2026 05:00 PM CET \nAbstract: Pulse capacitors are critical components in systems that require the rapid delivery of large amounts of energy within extremely short time intervals. Demand for high-voltage pulse capacitors continues to grow across the military\, aerospace\, and medical sectors\, driven by applications that require high peak power and precise energy control. One area of particular interest is directed-energy systems\, including anti-drone technologies\, where fast and accurate energy discharge is essential for performance. \nThis presentation provides a unique perspective on the design principles of pulse capacitors\, explaining how they are engineered to achieve rapid energy release while maintaining reliability and efficiency. The discussion also examines the fundamental equations and electrical relationships that guide pulse capacitor design and performance optimization. \nPresenter: David Zawacki\, CalRamic
URL:https://passive-components.eu/event/psma-capacitor-committee-webinar-high-voltage-pulse-capacitors/
LOCATION:virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Prague:20260702T173000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Prague:20260702T183000
DTSTAMP:20260629T082826Z
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SUMMARY:Can Claude design a production-ready Custom Magnetic Component?
DESCRIPTION:Can Claude design a production-ready Custom Magnetic Component?\nThursday\, July 2\, 5:30 PM \n\n\nIn this Frenetic webinar session\, we’ll review key trends from PCIM 2026 and discuss the growing role of AI in engineering workflows. Using a custom magnetic design use case\, we’ll explore the difference between obtaining a design and validating it against the electrical\, thermal\, and practical constraints required for production. \nAI tools can design custom magnetics\, but can they generate a design enough to build a custom magnetic component that meets the requirements of a real application? We’ll examine which parts of the process AI can accelerate\, and which still depend on accurate engineering models and application-specific requirements. \nWhat we’ll cover: \n\nKey magnetic design trends from PCIM 2026\nHow AI is changing engineering workflows\nWhy modern applications demand more than first-pass calculations\nThe importance of loss\, leakage\, thermal\, and parasitic effects\nWhat it takes to move from a generated design to a production-ready magnetic component\n\n\n\nPresenter\n\n\n\n\nMarcos Luna\nPower Electronics Engineer
URL:https://passive-components.eu/event/can-claude-design-a-production-ready-custom-magnetic-component/
LOCATION:virtual
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Prague:20260714T160000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Prague:20260714T170000
DTSTAMP:20260608T071520Z
CREATED:20260608T071520Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260608T071520Z
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SUMMARY:EMC Design Essentials: Mastering Varistors and Common Mode Chokes
DESCRIPTION:EMC Design Essentials: Mastering Varistors and Common Mode Chokes\nWürth Elektronik Webinar \n\nTuesday\, July 14th 2026 @ 4:00PM CEST\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIn electronics\, noise is the primary enemy of signal & power integrity and reliable system operation. \nIn this webinar\, we will explore how common-mode chokes and varistors improve EMI filtering\, suppress noise\, and protect circuits in modern electronic systems.
URL:https://passive-components.eu/event/emc-design-essentials-mastering-varistors-and-common-mode-chokes/
LOCATION:virtual
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Prague:20260721T160000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Prague:20260721T170000
DTSTAMP:20260608T072001Z
CREATED:20260608T072001Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260608T072001Z
UID:76300-1784649600-1784653200@passive-components.eu
SUMMARY:Safety by design: X and Y Interference suppression capacitors for power line filters
DESCRIPTION:Safety by design: X and Y Interference suppression capacitors for power line filters\nWürth Elektronik webinar \nTuesday\, July 21st 2026 @ 4:00PM CEST \nCapacitors are essential components in power line filters\, ensuring reliable interference suppression and electrical safety. In applications connected directly to mains power\, these components must meet strict regulatory and performance requirements defined by standards such as IEC 60384‑14. \nThis webinar provides an overview of the newest developments in safety‑certified capacitors designed for modern power electronics\, including new products in our portfolio like Y2 film capacitors and THB X2 Capacitors. We will also highlight recent regulatory updates\, clarify their impact on design choices\, and share practical guidance for selecting the right capacitor to achieve EMC compliance.
URL:https://passive-components.eu/event/safety-by-design-x-and-y-interference-suppression-capacitors-for-power-line-filters/
LOCATION:virtual
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Prague:20260728T080000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Prague:20260728T110000
DTSTAMP:20260701T121142Z
CREATED:20260701T121142Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260701T121142Z
UID:76611-1785225600-1785236400@passive-components.eu
SUMMARY:Post Procurement Testing of EEE Components for LEO Space Applications
DESCRIPTION:Post Procurement Testing of EEE Components for LEO Space Applications\nJoin ALTER TECHNOLOGY webinar on optimized test flows for EEE components in LEO applications. \nJuly 28th 2026 at 11:00 CET \n  \nThis technical session will address the rationale behind preparing and implementing optimized test flows for EEE components procured off the shelf as Space\, Military\, or Commercial Quality Level parts for Low Earth Orbit missions. \nThe webinar will present non-traditional test flow approaches compared with official NASA/ESA space specifications for these quality levels. Their implementation remains under the full responsibility of the user and must be assessed according to each mission’s technical requirements. \nThe session will also discuss a component selection and approval policy that gives first priority to COTS solutions. Depending on the specific component type and the available supporting database\, engineering judgement may take precedence over the general policy or the proposed test flow. \nTwo generations of test flows will be presented: \n\n1st Generation: a test flow supported by two and a half decades of successful space heritage.\n2nd Generation: a proposed optimized test flow based on lessons learned from the use of COTS in space\, as technically interpreted by the author.\n\nRegister now to discover how optimized\, experience-based test flows can support more efficient and technically sound component selection for LEO missions. \n\n\nAgenda or topics to be covered during the session.\n\n\n\n\nThe webinar addresses the technical rational for preparing and implementing optimized test flows for EEE Components\, procured off the shelf as Space\, Military\, Commercial Quality Level for LEO applications. The presented test flows are non-traditional vs. the official NASA/ESA Space Specs dedicated to all the above-mentioned quality levels. The test flows and their implementation are under full responsibility of the user. \nThe policy of the selection and approval of the to be flown components is based on first-priority given to COTS. \nCase by case\, as per a specific component type and/or related supporting database\, engineering judgement may take precedence over the general mentioned policy and or the related test flow. \nTwo generations of test flows are presented: \nGen\, 1 a test flow with two and a half decades of successful space heritage. \nGen.  2 a proposed test flow optimized as per lessons learnt from use of COTS in space\, as technically (not politically biased) understood by the author\, as user. \n\n\n\n\nThe webinar addresses the technical rational for preparing and implementing optimized test flows for EEE Components\, procured off the shelf as Space\, Military\, Commercial Quality Level for LEO applications. The presented test flows are non-traditional vs. the official NASA/ESA Space Specs dedicated to all the above-mentioned quality levels. The test flows and their implementation are under full responsibility of the user. \nThe policy of the selection and approval of the to be flown components is based on first-priority given to COTS. \nCase by case\, as per a specific component type and/or related supporting database\, engineering judgement may take precedence over the general mentioned policy and or the related test flow. \nTwo generations of test flows are presented: \nGen\, 1 a test flow with two and a half decades of successful space heritage. \nGen.  2 a proposed test flow optimized as per lessons learnt from use of COTS in space\, as technically (not politically biased) understood by the author\, as user. \nThe addressed issues are: \n\nThe task of traditional 100% testing.\nThe burden of COTS post procurement testing falls on the user.\nGlobal Developments leading away from the traditional methodology.\nThe need for Cultural Change to use advanced technologies\, penalized by the traditional thinking.\nNew approach is needed.\nNew Methodology is needed.\nPost Procurement activities and their scope.\nSampling vs. 100% testing.\nStatistical Process Control (SPC) targeting failures prevention.\nDecision making\, overcoming risk fear.\nElimination of justified non-value-added (NVA) testing.\nTesting activities for the relevant quality levels.\nTests addressing quality vs. tests addressing reliability.\nGen. 2 vs. Gen. 1 DPA test flow for passive.\nGen. 2 vs. Gen. 1 DPA test flow for hermetic active.\nGen. 2 vs. Gen. 1 DPA test flow for PEMs.\nGen. 1 Upscreening Test Flow for all Components\, except semiconductors.\nGen\, 1 Upscreening Test Flow for semiconductors\, except PEMs.\nGen. 1 Upscreening Test Flow for PEMs.\nGen. 2 Upscreening Test Flow.\nUpscreening sampling.\nDPA sampling.\nConclusions.\nSummary.\n\nPresenter: Dan Friedlander\, EEE Components industry consultant.
URL:https://passive-components.eu/event/post-procurement-testing-of-eee-components-for-leo-space-applications/
LOCATION:virtual
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Prague:20260729T173000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Prague:20260729T183000
DTSTAMP:20260715T094259Z
CREATED:20260715T094259Z
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SUMMARY:To Ferrite or to Nanocrystalline in Transformer Design
DESCRIPTION:To Ferrite or to Nanocrystalline in Transformer Design\nFrenetic Webinar \nWednesday\, July 29\, 5:30 PM \nChoosing the right magnetic core material is a key part of transformer design. With nanocrystalline materials now widely available alongside ferrites\, designers face new opportunities\, and new trade-offs. \nIn this webinar\, Sam Ben-Yaakov will compare ferrite and nanocrystalline cores by reviewing the fundamentals of transformer design and explaining how core material properties influence performance. The session will cover saturation flux density\, core losses\, and the effects of frequency and duty cycle\, before concluding with practical guidelines for selecting the most suitable core technology based on performance\, operating limits\, and cost. \nWe will cover: \n\nThe fundamentals of ferrite and nanocrystalline transformer design.\nHow saturation flux density and core losses affect performance.\nThe influence of frequency and duty cycle on design choices.\nPractical guidelines for selecting the most suitable core technology.\n\nSpeaker: \nSam Ben-Yaakov\nPower Electronics Expert\n\nBioProf. Sam Ben-Yaakov is an IEEE Life Fellow and Professor Emeritus at Ben-Gurion University of the Negev\, internationally recognized for his contributions to power electronics. He has authored over 350 technical papers\, holds more than 40 patents\, and has over 45 years of experience in research\, industry\, and engineering education. He currently serves as Chief Innovation Officer at IRP Systems and shares educational content with thousands of engineers through his YouTube channel.
URL:https://passive-components.eu/event/to-ferrite-or-to-nanocrystalline-in-transformer-design/
LOCATION:virtual
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Prague:20260929T160000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Prague:20260929T170000
DTSTAMP:20260713T073006Z
CREATED:20260713T073006Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260713T073006Z
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SUMMARY:Cybersecurity 2026
DESCRIPTION:Cybersecurity 2026: CRA Requirements\, Emerging Threats & Live Q&A for Electronics Engineers\nWürth Elektronik Webinar \nTuesday\, September 29th 2026 @ 4:00PM CEST\n\n2026 marks a pivotal year for cybersecurity in electronic product development. With the Cyber Resilience Act (CRA) entering its first operational phase\, manufacturers and developers must prepare for new legal obligations — including the requirement to report actively exploited vulnerabilities starting 11 September 2026. At the same time\, the EU is introducing additional measures to strengthen cybersecurity resilience\, streamline certification\, and improve security across digital products and services.   \n\n\n\n\nIn this free live webinar\, experts from Würth Elektronik and NMi TESTLAB will provide a clear\, practical overview tailored for electronics engineers:  \n\nThe key regulatory changes and milestones coming into effect in 2026\nWhat the CRA means for electronics and IoT product development\nRequirements for vulnerability management\, SBOMs\, and design‑phase security\nCurrent cybersecurity trends\, risks\, and real‑world examples\nLive Q&A — your questions answered directly by industry specialists\n\nWhether you develop embedded systems\, IoT devices\, or electronics with digital components\, this session equips you with the knowledge you need to stay compliant and secure in 2026 and beyond.
URL:https://passive-components.eu/event/cybersecurity-2026/
LOCATION:virtual
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