Abstract
PurposeWide-bandgap (WBG) semiconductors have emerged as a disruptive technology in the power electronics sphere. This paper aims to analyse and discuss the importance for induction heating systems and gives some examples and highlights some future design trends and perspectives.Design/methodology/approachThe benefits of WBG semiconductors are reviewed with a special emphasis on induction heating applications.FindingsWBG devices enable the design of higher-performance induction heating power supplies. A significant selection of the reported converters is discussed, highlighting the benefits of this technology.Originality/valueThis paper highlights the benefits of WBG semiconductors and their potential to change and improve induction heating technology in the next years.
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