Key Achievement
RIR Power Electronics Ltd., in collaboration with Silicon University, Odisha, has achieved two joint research paper selections for presentation at the prestigious IEEE Midwest Symposium on Circuits and Systems (MWSCAS) 2026. The conference will be held in Cincinnati, Ohio, USA.
Research Paper Details
First Paper: Presents a comprehensive analytical and simulation-based comparison of silicon carbide (SiC) MOSFET and conventional Silicon IGBT Traction Inverter Topologies. Using a 33 kW Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (PMSM) drive model, the research demonstrates the superior electrical and thermal performance of 3.3 kV SiC MOSFET technology, highlighting its potential to improve efficiency and reliability in next-generation electric mobility applications.
Second Paper: Explores advancements in 4H-SiC Implant Epitaxy MOSFET designs for High-voltage Power Electronics applications from 3.3 kV onwards. Using Silvaco Technology Computer-Aided Design (TCAD) tools, the research examines the balance between manufacturing simplicity and device performance to enable more efficient, reliable, and compact High-voltage SiC Power Devices for future industrial and energy applications.
Executive Commentary
Dr. Jaideep Talukdar, Vice Chancellor, Silicon University, Odisha: "The selection of two joint research papers at IEEE MWSCAS 2026 reflects the strength of meaningful collaboration between academia and industry in accelerating innovation in wide-bandgap power semiconductors and practical power electronics systems."
Dr. Harshad Mehta, Non-Executive Chairman, RIR Power Electronics Ltd.: "The acceptance of these two research papers at IEEE MWSCAS 2026 is a testament to the strength of our partnership with Silicon University and our shared vision of advancing silicon carbide technologies. As India accelerates its semiconductor ambitions, collaborations between industry and academia will be instrumental in building indigenous capabilities and developing globally competitive power semiconductor solutions."
Collaboration Context
This achievement stems from the strategic industry-academia partnership established under the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed between RIR Power Electronics and Silicon University in November 2025. The collaboration focuses on advancing next-generation Silicon Carbide (SiC) Semiconductor Devices and High-voltage Power Electronics technologies that are critical for electric mobility, renewable energy, industrial automation, and modern power infrastructure.
Significance
The research contributions strengthen the growing body of work in silicon carbide technology and reinforce India's capabilities in advanced semiconductor research and Power Electronics innovation. The recognition at IEEE MWSCAS 2026 marks another important milestone in the ongoing collaboration, reaffirming their commitment to driving innovation in wide-bandgap Semiconductors and contributing to the development of next-generation Power Electronics technologies for global markets.