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Most imaging devices need patient support, usually a table or sometimes a stool. For upright MRI- or PET-systems the patient support could be a stool. Portable devices like ultrasound and mobile X-ray devices typically don't need patient support. However, devices like CT, MRI, and interventional X-ray scanners have motorized tables that often use one or two power supplies. Several factors determine the power needed for patient support, including the maximum patient weight, the material and weight of the support platform, and the required speed and accuracy of movement. For example, in CT scans during an exam, the speed of the patient support differs significantly depending on the number of detector slices, the body part being examined and the examination itself, and whether contrast media is implemented [1, 2].

Data center energy consumption is projected to exceed 1,000 terawatt hours (TWh) next year, driven by the rapid adoption of generative AI technologies. This is double the energy usage of 2022 and is expected to triple by 2030.

Steel continues to play a crucial role in modern engineering and construction. However, steel requires enormous amount of energy to produce and each ton of steel production generates an average of 1.89 tons of carbon dioxide (CO2)—about 8% of global emissions (World Steel Association). As steel customers strive to improve the costs and energy efficiency of their production and decarbonize their supply chains, they face significant challenges in remaining competitive.

In any imaging system, the noise and ripple on the output of the high voltage supply are critical as they compromise the image quality. Any ripple present at the point of detection will degrade signal integrity and then become amplified before being analyzed and ultimately displayed. To achieve the best possible image quality, defining and managing this power source parameter is crucial to successfully implementing the system.

This year marks the 40th anniversary of the Applied Power Electronics Conference (APEC) and with this landmark, it’s important to reflect on how the industry has evolved, and what key trends to watch out for at the show.

Included alongside the new Omni™ RF diagnostic cart, Advanced Energy showcased leading semiconductor plasma power, power conversion, and critical temperature measurement products that help our customers make leaps forward

Accelerating time-to-market and minimizing risk in medical product development

In November, Advanced Energy’s medical power supply team attended the MEDICA and COMPAMED trade fair in Düsseldorf, Germany. These annual events are top-tier in medical technology and healthcare sectors.

Reflected power is a fundamental concept in RF systems, yet it remains widely misunderstood. The term often evokes images of wasted energy and inefficient systems, but that is not the full, accurate picture. This blog explores forward and reflected power, clarifies common misconceptions, and discusses their relevance the demands of RF plasma power in semiconductor manufacturing.