A new generation of lightweight high-performance, high efficiency, planar transformers for the renewable energy, hybrid automotive, aerospace, defence and mass passenger transit industries

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As part of the drive to improve energy efficiency, the aim of this research project is to create a new generationof lightweight high-performance, high-efficiency, planar transformers for the renewable energy, hybridautomotive, aerospace, defence and mass passenger transit industries.Planar transformers are smaller (on average a fifth of the size), lighter (on average a tenth of the weight) andmore efficient (approx. 99% versus 92%) than conventional 'wire-wound' transformers. In particular, as wellas being electrically more efficient, they also enable any form of transportation to be yet more efficient due tothe significant weight advantage they provide. Accordingly planar transformers are especially sought after inelectric/hybrid vehicles, mass transit, aerospace and military applications.Himag Solutions is the world's second largest designer and manufacturer of planar transformers, with only tworeal competitors based in Israel and USA. We use a mixture of copper and PCB technology in our planartransformer products, and manufacture mainly components which are then used in high-frequency powersupply applications. Additional applications include: battery charging for electric vehicles, telecom rectifiers,medical equipment, induction heating/charging and welding equipment.