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Airbus and ST collaborate on SiC and GaN power electronics for aircraft electrification

What happened

Airbus and STMicroelectronics have signed an R&D cooperation agreement focused on SiC and GaN power electronics for aircraft electrification. The collaboration aims to develop more efficient and lighter power systems for future hybrid and fully electric aircraft. Neutral: This is a long-term R&D milestone with no immediate impact on component supply, demand, or pricing for traders.

Impact and signal

Low impactImpact score: 10/100

Affected components and suppliers

SiC Power DevicesGaN Power Devices

STMicroelectronics

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Source and time

Source: Semiconductor Today · 6/20/2023 · View original source

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Airbus and ST collaborate on SiC and GaN power electronics for aircraft electrification

What happened

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