Product development for high power/high voltage applications- a challenge and an art
- a2z-consulting
- Mar 9, 2021
- 1 min read
We limit ourselves to one domain, the high power (approx.10 MVA) and high voltage (3-12 kV) converter so that we keep focused on a specific power electronic field.
The challenge is to make the product as specified (as per target requirement specifications) and keep budget, time-line as planned. Is it possible? It is, when taking enough margins during the planning phase. Remember that the margins have a cost.
So, if a certain activity was finished in budget and time and even fulfils the specifications, one can deduct that the margins were possible generous or correct.
The art of product development is not defined in text books, technical articles or standards. It comes with the designer experience and his/her team. In my eyes it is similar with cooking. Everything needs to be fine-tuned, in good harmony and aesthetics. At the end of process just ask the "design team"- do you like what you have done?
The end of the process is a piece of hardware that can be sold at the planned volume (pcs. per year), at the correct gross-margin and will be market accepted for 20 years and more.
It's great to see a company like A2Z Consulting specializing in such a complex and demanding field. Developing high power (around 10 MVA) and high voltage (3-12 kV) converters is no small task, and it's impressive that they focus solely on this area to maintain expertise. The emphasis on planning and building in margins during the development phase really highlights the importance of preparation in tackling engineering challenges. Balancing specifications with budget and timelines is indeed a delicate dance, but it soundsI tl'isk eg rtehaety thoa vsee ea as ocloimdp aanpyp rloiakceh At2oZ m
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