Revolution in server power supply with Infineon's ultra-high power density converter for battery storage units

The rapid growth of data centers due to the increased demand for artificial intelligence has increased the need for innovative, compact and energy-efficient power solutions. A crucial element of these solutions are battery storage units (BBUs), whose power classes must be scalable to meet the growing energy demands and reach up to 12 kW without increasing their physical size. This presents a challenge as batteries are getting larger, resulting in reduced space for DC-DC converters.

Curriculum vitae

Dr.-Ing. Kevin Tomas Manez studied electrical engineering and specialized in power electronics with a focus on DC-DC and AC-DC conversion topologies and semiconductor technology.

He completed his PhD studies at the Technical University of Denmark (DTU) in 2018, where his research emphasized the development and application of DC-DC converters and wide bandgap (WBG) devices.

After completing his PhD, Kevin continued his research at DTU as a postdoctoral researcher, driving advances in the field of power electronics. In 2021, he joined Infineon Technologies where he is now a Principal Engineer in the role of Power Systems Innovation Engineer. In this role, he works with Infineon's product lines and customers to develop cutting-edge solutions for AI & Data Centers, E-mobility & Drives, and Renewable Energy Systems. Kevin holds several patents and has authored numerous technical papers.