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Automated quality assurance of HDR brachytherapy: Evaluation of Dwell‐position accuracy and Dwell‐time linearity via image processing of radiochromic films

open access: yesPrecision Radiation Oncology, EarlyView.
This study develops a method combining radiochromic film and image processing to assess HDR brachytherapy source accuracy and linearity, achieving high precision and efficiency . Abstract Purpose To develop and validate a fully automated quality assurance method for high‐dose rate (HDR) brachytherapy, enabling the precise evaluation of source dwell ...
Qingqing Yuan   +4 more
wiley   +1 more source

Bonding Wire Current Measurementwith Tiny Film Current Sensors [PDF]

open access: yes, 2012
Bonding wire current measurement technique has been highly desired to analyze failure phenomena, such as short circuit and avalanche destruction of IGBT and power diode. This paper challenged to measure bonding wire current distribution in an IGBT module
Hirai Hidetoshi   +3 more
core   +2 more sources

Parametric Model Order Reduction by Box Clustering With Applications in Mechatronic Systems

open access: yesInternational Journal for Numerical Methods in Engineering, Volume 127, Issue 10, 30 May 2026.
ABSTRACT High temperatures and structural deformations can compromise the functionality and reliability of new components for mechatronic systems. Therefore, high‐fidelity simulations (HFS) are employed during the design process, as they enable a detailed analysis of the thermal and structural behavior of the system.
Juan Angelo Vargas‐Fajardo   +4 more
wiley   +1 more source

A Fault-Tolerant T-Type Multilevel Inverter Topology with Soft-Switching Capability Based on Si and SiC Hybrid Phase Legs [PDF]

open access: yes, 2016
The performance of a novel three-phase four-leg fault-tolerant T-Type inverter topology is presented in this paper, which significantly improves the inverter\u27s fault-tolerant capability regarding device switch faults.
Demerdash, Nabeel   +4 more
core   +1 more source

A Comprehensive Review of Intelligent Fault Diagnosis and Resilient Fault‐Tolerant Control in the Design of Modern Modular Multilevel Converters

open access: yesEngineering Reports, Volume 8, Issue 5, May 2026.
This review evaluates advanced intelligent fault diagnosis and resilient fault‐tolerant control strategies for modular multilevel converters (MMCs). It highlights how integrating machine learning with robust control architectures enhances reliability and operational continuity, providing a roadmap for developing more resilient, self‐healing power ...
Muhammad Haris Saleem   +3 more
wiley   +1 more source

Research on IGBT Bonding Wires Crack Propagation at the Macro and Micro Scales

open access: yesIEEE Access, 2021
Under the action of a complex and harsh working environment, the damage of the IGBT power module’s packaging interconnection structure is the primary failure mode.
Jun Luo   +4 more
doaj   +1 more source

Cost-Effective and High-Efficiency Variable-Speed Switched Reluctance Drives With Ring-Connected Winding Configuration [PDF]

open access: yes, 2019
This paper presents a novel converter topology for six-phase switched reluctance motor (SRM) drives, which reduces the number of switches and diodes by half, compared with the conventional asymmetric half-bridge converter, but needs no additional energy ...
Deng, Xu   +4 more
core   +2 more sources

Thermal Design of Power Electronic Circuits [PDF]

open access: yes, 2016
The heart of every switched mode converter consists of several switching semiconductor elements. Due to their non-ideal behaviour there are ON state and switching losses heating up the silicon chip.
Künzi, R.
core   +3 more sources

Series Connection of LCC and Full Bridge MMC With DC Fault Ride‐Through Capability for Lightweight HVDC Transmission

open access: yesEngineering Reports, Volume 8, Issue 4, April 2026.
In this work, we investigate a lightweight HVDC converter topology that combines the strengths of line‐commutated converters (LCC) and full‐bridge modular multilevel converters (MMC) to address the high cost and large footprint of conventional HVDC stations.
Yang Wang   +7 more
wiley   +1 more source

Power Losses in Energy Generation: Mechanisms, Mitigation Strategies, and Pathways to a Sustainable Future

open access: yesEnergy Technology, Volume 14, Issue 4, April 2026.
This article provides a comprehensive review of loss mechanisms in the generation stage of energy systems, covering fossil, nuclear, and renewable technologies. It examines their environmental and operational implications and shows how overlooking generation losses distorts efficiency assessments.
Pooya Parvizi   +4 more
wiley   +1 more source

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