Silvaco and APEC Deepen Silicon Carbide Power Device Collaboration
Event summary
- Silvaco and APEC expanded their strategic partnership on March 30, 2026.
- APEC will deploy Silvaco’s Victory Device 2D simulation tools, Gateway, and SmartSpice solutions.
- The collaboration aims to accelerate silicon carbide power device development.
- APEC’s devices target automotive, industrial, renewable energy, and consumer electronics markets.
The big picture
The partnership underscores the growing importance of silicon carbide in power electronics, driven by demand for efficiency in electric vehicles and renewable energy systems. Silvaco’s simulation tools are becoming critical for companies like APEC to reduce development cycles and enhance device performance. This collaboration could set a precedent for similar alliances in the semiconductor industry.
What we're watching
- Technology Leadership
- How Silvaco’s TCAD and EDA solutions will differentiate APEC in the silicon carbide market.
- Market Demand
- Whether APEC can sustain growth as silicon carbide adoption accelerates in automotive and renewable energy sectors.
- Execution Risk
- The pace at which APEC integrates Silvaco’s tools to meet performance and efficiency targets.
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