Power Electronics

Power electronics are a fundamental prerequisite for the functioning of our society, because they make electric power available as the principal end-user form of energy at any time, at any place, and in the appropriate form.

Power electronics are everywhere

Power electronics efficiently convert, switch, and control electric power wherever electricity is generated, transmitted, distributed, and consumed. New applications like renewable sources of electric power, electric cars and e-charging, battery storage, DC infrastructure, and autonomous robotics are the mass markets for industrial power electronics. In many cases, the requirements for their performance, functionality, sustainability, serviceability, costs, installation space, and weight are constantly increasing and the innovation cycle time is decreasing.

In addition, power electronics are the data access and control point in the Internet of Things (IoT) and its derivatives: the Industrial IoT and the Internet of Energy.We’re at the forefront of the transition to a digitalized converter-centric power infrastructure that comprises grid and building infrastructure, industrial environments, and personal living spaces.

Power electronics are crucial for Siemens

Industrial applications, smart grids, building infrastructure, and rail-based mobility are all examples of highly attractive markets where power electronics play a central role. Many new technologies and novel business concepts have emerged in recent years, from wide band-gap power semiconductors to IoT and smart services. They’re allowing Siemens to generate unique customer value in many different areas and defend, expand, and enter markets.

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Siemens Core Technologies

Siemens strives for technological leadership in fields of technology and innovation that are of overriding importance to the company. These Core Technologies are crucial to long-term success of Siemens and its customers. Experts from the global research department of technology and the various businesses work together here, consolidating the company's R&D activities.

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