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Rad hard GaN: The Next Frontier in High-Power Density and Efficiency for Space and Defense

Discover how cutting-edge radiation-hardened GaN technology is revolutionizing power management for space, satellite, and defense systems in this 30-minute webinar on emerging trends, challenges, and innovations.

September 17, 2025 

2:00 PM ET / 1:00 PM CT / 11:00 AM PT / 7:00 PM GMT 

Duration: 1 hour 

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Summary

The increasing demand for reliable and efficient power management in space and high-reliability applications has driven the development of radiation-hardened (rad hard) Gallium Nitride (GaN) technology. This 30-minute webinar will delve into the latest industry trends surrounding rad hard GaN, including the growing need for high-power density and efficiency in space exploration, satellite communications, and missile systems.

We will discuss the advantages and opportunities presented by the adoption of GaN in rad hard applications, such as the impact of radiation effects on GaN devices, the role of advanced packaging and testing techniques, and the emerging standards and regulations governing rad hard GaN development.

Additionally, we will explore the current state of rad hard GaN technology, including recent advancements in device design, materials science, and vertically integrated manufacturing processes, and how these innovations are enabling the creation of more secure, robust and reliable power management systems for high-reliability applications.

Speakers

Sean DArcy
Sr. Marketing Director
Aerospace and Defense

Sean DArcy is an Aerospace and Defense industry veteran with over 30 years in engineering, marketing, piloting and program management leadership at BAE Systems, Honeywell Defense, Northrop Grumman, Analog Devices, and Infineon Technologies. Sean has experience in manned and unmanned airborne systems, on-orbit space vehicles, and system designs for RADAR, Military Communications, Electronic Warfare, and Intelligent Munitions. He is currently Senior Marketing Director at Infineon Technologies and is based in Andover and Leominster, Massachusetts.

Joe Dussi
Digital Marketing Manager
Aerospace and Defense

Joe Dussi is a seasoned marketing professional with over 25 years of marketing experience in the high technology industry with a specific emphasis on semiconductors. Joe’s early career pursuits focused on Mechanical Engineering, designing propulsion systems for the U.S. Navy and allied nations with General Electric. After 10 years of engineering he turned his interests to marketing. The balance of Joe’s career has been devoted to marketing to the Aerospace and Defense industry. He is currently the Senior Digital Marketing Manager at Infineon Technologies and is based in Andover, Massachusetts.

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