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Introduction Today, the push for greater sustainability is a defining movement across all industries. In the world of electronics, this push translates to more efficient circuits, specifically power electronics, which significantly impact overall system energy loss and efficiency. Simultaneously, the world is faced with greater demand for high-power, high-performance applications. Emerging workloads like artificial intelligence and cloud computing are straining data centers, while applications like electric vehicles (EVs) are placing new demands on automotive power systems. In response to these challenges, emerging wide- bandgap technologies are gaining popularity. Electronics designers are shifting away from conventional Si-based power electronics in favor of wide-bandgap solutions like gallium nitride (GaN). With improved device efficiency, speed, and robustness against temperature and voltage, GaN has emerged as a key enabler of next- generation power systems. Despite the many benefits of GaN, shifting from Si-based solutions to GaN-based alternatives is not always straightforward. A successful transition to GaN first requires designers to understand the difference between these technologies and the unique challenges of implementing GaN. Analog Devices and Bourns, two companies widely recognized as performance leaders in power electronics, have both invested heavily in helping customers navigate the complexities of transitioning to GaN. In this eBook, we will explore the benefits of GaN technology, the major challenges that designers can expect to encounter, and the tools necessary for a successful transition to GaN. Mighty Guides make you stronger. Credible advice from top experts helps you make strong decisions. Strong decisions make you mighty. Reading a Mighty Guide is kind of like having your own team of experts. These authoritative and diverse guides provide a full view of a topic. They help you explore, compare, and contrast a variety of viewpoints so that you can determine what will work best for you. Mouser Electronics is an authorized semiconductor and electronic component distributor focused on New Product Introductions from its leading manufacturer partners. Serving the global electronic design engineer and buyer community, the global distributor's website, www.mouser.com, is available in multiple languages and currencies and features more than 6.8 million products from over 1,200 manufacturer brands. Mouser offers 28 support locations worldwide to provide best-in-class customer service in local language, currency and time zone. The distributor ships to over 650,000 customers in 223 countries/territories from its 1 million-square-foot, state-of-the-art distribution facilities in the Dallas, Texas, metro area. For more information, visit www.mouser.com. 4 10 Experts Discuss Gallium Nitride Technology