POWERUP-FORTRONIC, Revolutionizing Power Electronics, Milan, September 18-19, 2024
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The PowerUP and Fortronic Conference & Exhibition is a free two-day event that brings the latest developments in power electronics, debated by global industry leaders across keynotes, panels and technical talks.
What to expect
Expect an immersive experience filled with keynote sessions by global industry leaders! The PowerUP and Fortronic Conference & Exhibition the premier event in South- Europe curated for professionals vested in the power electronics industry. This occasion serves as a platform for networking, facilitating meaningful connections among industry peers and professionals. Attendees will have the unique opportunity to delve into cutting-edge approaches in power electronics engineering, gaining insights into innovative methodologies and advancements.
Expo
The exhibition area will highlight our exhibitors and sponsors as they showcase their cutting-edge products and solutions, creating an environment conducive to networking and interacting with key players in the electronics industry and providing an opportunity to explore their latest offerings.
Conferences
This event is bringing the latest developments in power electronics engineering and renewable energy, debated by global industry leaders across keynotes, panels, and technical talks on a variety of subject matters, such as:
Power Electronics Design (Developments, Applications, Future trends)
Power semiconductors (GaN, SiC, MOSFET, IGBT)
Power management, converters, sensors, passives
Renewable energy
E-mobility and infrastructures/smart grid
Motor control
Link to the Conference: https://powerup.fortronic.it/
Agenda
September 18
Networking & Keynotes and Panel Discussion
The first day begins with an interactive examination of power electronics design, revealing state-of-the-art developments, practical implementations, semiconductors, and forward-thinking potential bringing vendors and users to connect, discuss, and build relationships. We will have keynote sessions and a panel discussion in the afternoon.
A networking reception will follow where attendees can engage with other industry C-levels in this pivotal domain.
On Sep 18 participation in the Keynote Sessions/Panel Discussion and the Networking event is reserved for C-Levels attendees.
When: 18h September afternoon
What: Networking and Keynotes/Panel Discussion
For who: Industry C-Levels such as Entrepreneurs, CEO, CFO, Marketing Managers, etc
How: Entrance reserved.
14:10-14:40
What a Long Strange Trip It’s Been
Speaker: Alex Lidow, CEO, Efficient Power Conversion (EPC)
14:40-15:10
Vertical Integration in Energy: Adapting to Dynamic Market Demands with Comprehensive Solutions
Speaker: Simon Keeton, Group President, Power Solutions Group, onsemi
15:10-15:40
Trends and challenges in the Electrification market: How semiconductor innovation is evolving to address rapidly changing dynamics
Speaker: Vittorio Crisafulli, Director Automotive Solution Business Development, NXP
15:40-16:10
Exploiting Market Inefficiencies with Power Simulation Tools
Speaker: Mike Engelhardt, QSPICE™ Author, Qorvo
16:10-16:30
Conference Break & Networking Time
16:30-18:00
Executive Panel about SiC & GaN Technologies – Exploring Advancements, Addressing Challenges
Moderated by Maurizio Di Paolo Emilio, Editor-in-Chief, Power Electronics News.
Panelists– Cem Basceri, CEO, Qromis, talking about “Empowering GaN Power Electronics with a Scalable GaN-on-QST Manufacturing Platform”
Gayn Erickson, CEO, Aehr Test Systems, talking about “Wafer Level Test and Burn-in to Increase Reliability and Reduce Costs in WBG Devices”
Dr. Thomas Neyer, SVP R&D GaN Technology Development, Infineon, talking about: “It is prime time for wide-bandgap Technology”
Dr. Victor Veliadis, Professor at North Carolina State University and Executive Director and CTO of PowerAmerica, talking about “Strategic initiatives for mass SiC commercialization
18:00-18:20
After 40 years of history: Assodel’s Perspective on Macro Trends
Speaker: Diego Giordani, Director, Assodel (Associazione Distretti Elettronica in Italia)
18:20-19:30
Networking Reception
Reception where conference visitors, speakers, and sponsors can engage with each other.
September 19
Technical Conference & Table-Top Exhibition
On day 2, we will have a technical conference and exhibition examining how power systems are undergoing a significant transformation as the world transitions to sustainable energy. Explore the pivotal intersection of technology and environmental stewardship, unveiling strategies, breakthroughs, and challenges as we steer toward a greener future.
The table-top exhibition provides an opportunity for attendees to connect with technical experts from leading Power Electronics companies.
On Sep 19 the Table-Top Exhibition and Technical Conference is open to technicians, engineers, purchase department and R&D.
When: 19h September, full-day
What: Table-Top Exhibition and Technical Conference
For who: Industry technicians, engineers, purchase department and R&D
How: Free entrance upon registration.
09:40-10:25
Panel Discussion: The Role of Power Electronics in Shaping a Sustainable World
Moderated by Maurizio Di Paolo Emilio, Editor-in-Chief, Power Electronics News
Panelists– Frank Heidemann, VP & Technology Leader NI, Emerson’s T&M Business Group– Markus Mosen, CEO, WeEn Semiconductors– Harald Parzhuber, Manager Renewable Energy Systems, Texas Instruments– Steve Roberts, Innovation Manager, RECOM
10.25 – 10.55
Exhibition Time
Coffee break and time to visit the exhibition area with leading Power Electronics companies
Conference split into 2 tracks:
Track 1 : Room “Faraday” – moderated by Maurizio Di Paolo Emilio, Editor-in-Chief, Power Electronics News
Track 2 : Room “Volta” – moderated by Victor Veliadis, Professor in Electrical and Computer Engineering, North Carolina State University and Filippo Di Giovanni, retired, former Strategic Marketing Manager at ST, currently Contributing Editor for Power Semiconductors
TRACK 1 / 10:55-11:30
Keynote: Innovations in Renewable Energy and Next-Gen Transportation
Dr. Peter Friedrichs, Fellow SiC Innovation & Industrialization, Infineon Technologies
TRACK 2 / 10:55-11:30
Keynote: SiC and GaN, towards the transformation of the power semiconductor industry
Speaker: Edoardo Merli, Executive Vice President, Power Transistor Sub-Group Automotive and Discrete Group, STMicroelectronics