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Optimisation of the number of IGBT devices in a series-parallel string

IGTBs are a common component in power electronics, for example within hybrid vehicles. For energy efficient power electronic circuits, an optimum selection of type and number of devices is required. This research was supported by ALSTOM,UK and Dynex Semi-conductor (based in Lincoln, owned by a Chinese corporation, and working in power, transportation an aerospace). The outcome of this research were design guidelines that need to be considered in order to select the type and number of devices needed for a given/specific application.