3 Top Power Electronics Startups Out Of 123 In Grid Modernization

We analyzed 123 power electronics startups. Volex Power, SYNDEM, and Synvertec are our 3 picks to watch out for. To learn more about the global distribution of these 3 and 120 more startups, check out our Heat Map!

Our Innovation Analysts recently looked into emerging technologies and up-and-coming startups in the energy industry. As there is a large number of startups working on a wide variety of solutions, we decided to share our insights with you. So, let’s take a look at promising power electronics solutions disrupting grid modernization.

Heat Map: 3 Top Power Electronics Startups

For our 3 picks of power electronics startups, we used a data-driven startup scouting approach to identify the most relevant solutions globally. The Global Startup Heat Map below highlights 3 interesting examples out of 123 relevant solutions. Depending on your specific needs, your top picks might look entirely different.

 

 

 

Volex Power – Solid State Transformer

A Solid-State Transformer is an improvement over the conventional transformer enabled by using power semiconductors such as Silicon Carbide (SiC) and other Wideband gap semiconductors within the power converter components. A Solid-State Transformer’s design is more compact, the transformer can operate at a much higher frequency and can actively regulate voltage and current which conventional transformers cannot. Israeli Volex Power uses power electronics to develop a Solid State Transformer that can be used to replace existing infrastructure and create a more flexible, fast, and dynamic smart power grid.

SYNDEM – Virtual Synchronous Machine

The increase in power generation capabilities and the transition to the smart grid demand a strict requirement for power electronic converters to preserve stability and controllability. Besides, synchronous mechanisms are critical to unifying and simplifying the integration of renewable energy sources, storage systems, and flexible loads. US-based startup SYNDEM provides a multifunctional power electronic converter. It allows energy companies to simulate various electronic converter topologies before deployment on the grid. SYNDEM’s solution thus allows research teams to develop error-free control algorithms to ensure seamless integration of renewables into the grid. It also reduces infrastructure investment in transmission and distribution networks.

Synvertec – Synthetic Grid Inertia

Synthetic Grid Inertia is a very important aspect of renewable energy-based power generation. Grid Inertia is a naturally occurring phenomenon in a conventional power plant that occurs using rotating synchronous generators. The rotational inertia produced by them plays a vital role in the stability of the electrical system and helps balance the power generation vs power usage. Power electronics-based inverter can synthetically introduce grid inertia to bring stability to renewable energy generation plants. Israeli-based Synvertec designs and manufactures a patented control algorithm that interacts with inverter switches to emulate the properties of grind inertia produced by a synchronous generator. Synvertec’s system can be integrated into renewable energy inverters to enhance grid stability.

What About The Other 120 Power Electronics Solutions?

While we believe data is key to creating insights it can be easy to be overwhelmed by it. Our ambition is to create a comprehensive overview and provide actionable innovation intelligence for your Proof of Concept (PoC), partnership, or investment targets. The 3 power electronics startups showcased above are promising examples out of 123 we analyzed for this article. To identify the most relevant solutions based on your specific criteria and collaboration strategy, get in touch.