Electrification Overview

Solutions designed to meet the needs of New Energy applications, such as renewable energy generation, power transmission, power management and EV vehicles / charging.

Electric Vehicles (EV)

Electric vehicles (EVs) are at the forefront of the global electrification movement, redefining automotive power architectures for a cleaner, more efficient future. From traction inverters and onboard chargers to DC/DC converters and wireless charging systems, EV platforms demand components that deliver uncompromising reliability, thermal resilience, and high-efficiency performance across millions of operating cycles. These systems operate under extreme electrical and environmental conditions, making precision engineering and robust materials essential for success. Knowles delivers advanced component solutions that enable safer, faster, and more efficient EVs.

Key Highlights:

  • AEC-Q200 qualified components
  • High performance in a small form factor
  • High voltage, high temperature and high reliability capacitors 
  • High power
  • Safety-certified capacitors

EV Charging

Electric Vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure enables fast, reliable energy transfer for EVs at scale. From ultra-fast DC chargers to advanced power conversion systems, this segment demands components that deliver high efficiency, thermal stability, and long-term reliability under extreme electrical loads. Knowles provides critical passive components that make high-performance charging possible.

Key Highlights:

  • AEC-Q200 qualified components
  • Safety-certified capacitors
  • Extended life

Fusion energy represents the ultimate leap in sustainable power generation, delivering virtually limitless, carbon-free electricity by replicating the processes that fuel the sun. Commercial fusion systems, from tokamaks and stellarators to inertial confinement reactors, demand unprecedented precision in energy delivery and control, operating under extreme conditions of temperature, magnetic fields, and radiation. This segment is at the cutting edge of electrification, enabling a future where global energy needs are met without compromise. Knowles provides high-energy discharge and pulse capacitors critical to fusion power systems.

Key Highlights:

  • Low inductance, high voltage terminations
  • Custom high energy and pulse discharge capacitor options
  • Reliable performance over long periods of time

Solar energy is driving the global transition to clean power, with photovoltaic (PV) installations growing rapidly across utility, commercial, and industrial sectors. At the heart of this transformation are advanced inverter systems that demand exceptional reliability, efficiency, and resilience to harsh outdoor environments. Knowles delivers passive components that enable high-performance solar power conversion. 

Key Highlights:

  • Components made to withstand harsh environments
  • High voltage
  • Extended life

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How High-Energy Capacitor Banks Drive Plasma Research

How High-Energy Capacitor Banks Drive Plasma Research

From the National Ignition Facility (NIF) in California to the High Magnetic Field Facility in Dresden, high-energy capacitor banks are at the heart of high-power pulsed energy experiments worldwide. These systems provide a massive amount of fast-discharge energy for experiments that push the boundaries of science and technology.
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Trends in Battery Energy Storage Systems

Trends in Battery Energy Storage Systems

Battery energy storage systems (BESS) are named for their function. They capture, accumulate, and store energy in rechargeable batteries to be discharged later. Industrial facilities, homes, electric vehicles (EVs) and the like rely on these systems for backup power and operational efficiency.
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The Evolution of Electric Vehicle Battery Management Systems: From Passive to Active Cell Balancing

As electric vehicle (EV) manufacturers work to make batteries more affordable and easier to produce in mass quantities, we’re seeing changes in battery chemistry.
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Microgrids and Solid State Transformers

Microgrids and Solid State Transformers: Powering the Future of Resilient Energy

Today’s power grids are under increasing strain, from rising instability and greater electrification demands to the rapid expansion of renewable energy sources. Together, these pressures are creating an urgent need for more resilient and responsive power distribution architectures.
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The Roles of Capacitors in EV Traction Inverter Topologies

The power electronic systems in an electric vehicle (EV) feature a wide variety of capacitors.
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Evolving Motor Controller Design for Modern Robotics and Complex Automation Tasks

Evolving Motor Controller Design for Modern Robotics and Complex Automation Tasks

Pharmaceutical manufacturing is becoming increasingly reliant on robotics and automation. From precise dispensing and high-speed sorting to kit assembly and sterile packaging, today’s automation tasks demand advanced motor and drive technology to keep pace with complex, high-reliability environments.
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AEC-Q200: Automotive Grade Capacitor Catalog

Automotive‑grade passive components qualified to AEC‑Q200 standards.
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Making EV Wireless Charging Systems a Reality

Explore the emerging role of wireless EV charging, its technical challenges, and how resonant capacitors can improve power t...
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Power Conversion Capacitors for Harsh Environments

Examine how growing outdoor power conversion applications are increasing performance demands.
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How to Size a Snubber Capacitor for Your Power Supply

Basic snubber derivation for a simple switching circuit.
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Knowles Safety Capacitors

A broad portfolio of safety-certified capacitors designed to protect people and equipment, even in demanding applications.
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Supporting World-Wide Electric Vehicle Innovation

As EV adoption accelerates, Knowles supports next‑generation vehicles and charging infrastructure with AEC‑Q200‑qualified, h...
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Ensure the Reliability of Your EV Electronic System with Knowles

EV OEMs need high-reliability electronic components optimized to withstand the higher voltage, temperature, and power requir...
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Capacitors for EV Applications

Automotive-grade capacitors enable efficient, reliable power management for next-generation electric vehicles.
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Custom DC Link Capacitors

Custom DC link and filtering capacitors deliver high ripple current performance, low inductance, and proven reliability.
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Capacitors for Photovoltaic (PV) Inverter Applications

High-reliability capacitors that maximize PV inverter efficiency, performance, and lifespan.
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Capacitors for Motor Applications

Reliable capacitors for efficient, high-performance motor systems.
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EV Charging Levels

EV charging spans Levels 1 and 2, DC fast charging, wireless charging, and bi-directional charging.
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Capacitors for EV DC Fast Chargers

Powering the future of EV charging with efficient, reliable components for ultra-fast charging systems.
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