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Power Electronics
08 / 31 / 2026
Device-level and switching function converter models compared
A clear comparison of device-level, switching-function, and averaged converter models, with guidance on which fidelity fits control, protection, and loss studies.
Power Electronics
08 / 30 / 2026
Modeling active neutral point clamped inverters for high-efficiency designs
This piece explains how active neutral point clamped inverter modelling affects loss sharing, neutral point control, and real-time validation for high efficiency converter design.
Power Systems
08 / 27 / 2026
Grid emulator and grid simulator compared for power level testing
This piece explains the difference between a grid emulator and a grid simulator and shows how that choice affects inverter power level testing.
Power Electronics
08 / 24 / 2026
Real-time simulation of matrix converters
This guide explains what a matrix converter is, why commutation makes it hard to model, and how a real-time AC-AC converter model is validated.
Automotive
08 / 24 / 2026
What powertrain means in automotive and how engineers test it
A clear explanation of what a powertrain is in automotive, how its parts and controls work, how it differs from the drivetrain, and how engineers test it.
Power Electronics
08 / 23 / 2026
How to simulate power electronics on FPGA for nanosecond timesteps
FPGA power electronics simulation preserves switch-level timing, supports mixed FPGA and CPU model partitioning, and helps you choose an FPGA board for accurate converter testing.
Simulation
08 / 22 / 2026
7 Best practices In teaching a HIL laboratory
A practical guide to teaching a HIL laboratory with virtual prototyping, closed-loop control work, and checks that move student teams toward physical build readiness.
Power Electronics
08 / 21 / 2026
Hardware in the loop vs software in the loop guide for engineers
This piece compares Software-in-the-Loop, Processor-in-the-Loop, and Hardware-in-the-Loop testing, with clear guidance on timing, interfaces, and stage selection.
Simulation
08 / 20 / 2026
Where engineers find RT-LAB tutorials and examples
This piece explains where engineers find RT-LAB tutorials and examples, how to pick the right starting point, and when community input saves time.
Simulation
08 / 19 / 2026
8 Things to Consider when Selecting a Hardware-in-the-Loop System for your HIL Lab
A practical checklist for selecting a hardware in the loop system based on timing, I/O, signal support, protocols, model flow, FPGA needs, lab growth, and upgrade path.
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