PEBB - Power Electronics Building Blocks from Concept to Reality

Power electronics building block (PEBB) concept is a platform-based approach where basic building blocks are consistent with one another, have a defined functionality & standardized hardware and control interfaces. Adoption of building block(s) that can be used for multiple applications, results in high volume production, reduced engineering effort; design testing, onsite installation and maintenance work. ONR has funded several universities and manufacturers to utilize PEBB concept for a broad range of applications. This paper describes the evolution of PEBB from concept to reality in marine and commercial applications