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QPT shortlisted for ABB Power Density Start-up Challenge

What happened

UK power electronics firm QPT was selected as a finalist for ABB's Power Density Start-up Challenge 2023, focusing on motor drive products. The challenge aims to identify and collaborate with innovative startups in power electronics. Neutral: This R&D milestone highlights competitive innovation but has no immediate impact on component supply, pricing, or procurement decisions.

Impact and signal

Low impactImpact score: 8/100

Affected components and suppliers

Motor DrivesPower Semiconductors

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Source and time

Source: Semiconductor Today · 11/20/2023 · View original source

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QPT shortlisted for ABB Power Density Start-up Challenge

What happened

Impact and signal

Affected components and suppliers

Source and time

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