Power electronics
Turnkey solutions for power electronics supporting the next generation of decarbonised mobility.
Turnkey solutions for power electronics supporting the next generation of decarbonised mobility.
By using advanced design software and methodology we are able to provide our clients with optimised electrical and thermal designs that enable bespoke high power, volumetric and gravimetric density solutions.
Ricardo's expertise
Ricardo provides complete ‘turn-key’ solutions for power electronics, from DC-DC converters to traction inverters and chargers. Through the expertise of our engineers and our network of technology partners, we offer the right technology for each application. We take a holistic approach to system optimisation, and our development tools have full capability to deliver a
complete system from a blank sheet all the way through to production.
Power electronics is advancing at great pace with advanced wide bandgap semiconductors, control processing capabilities, and novel cooling systems. Ricardo is at the forefront of innovation through funded R&D programmes that bring new technologies to the mobility sector. We are the ideal partner to develop your next generation power electronics product.
- Circuit simulation and design
- Mechanical and thermal analysis
- Control software development
- Prototyping and design for manufacture
- Rapid prototyping facilities
- Design for series production
- Support to manufacturing (SOP)
- Test and validation
- EMC testing
- Functional Safety design
- Thermal and mechanical testing
- Performance and efficiency validation
Why choose Ricardo for your power electronics programme
Robust designs
By applying parallel device gate drives and optimised switching patterns, Ricardo can deliver fully integrated, compact and robust designs for the automotive industry.
Full-service support
By using wide-band-gap devices, enabling high power density and high-efficiency power transfer, combined with a deep understanding of the development and manufacturing processes, we ensure we can support our clients in developing product from prototype through to mass production.
World-class engineering cability
Our teams' engineering experience, facilities and software tools enable them to deliver highly efficient, cost-effective power electronic solutions for electrified vehicles that have the potential to meet and exceed client expectations.
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