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Mission:	APEX expands materials for power electronics with novel designs and scalable manufacturing to boost efficiency for grid and transport decarbonization.
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Services:	Materials research for power electronics; Advanced manufacturing techniques; Interface and substrate design; High-efficiency power conversion
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'''Center for Power Electronics Materials and Manufacturing Exploration (APEX)''' at the [[National Renewable Energy Laboratory]] (NREL) is an [[Energy Frontier Research Centers|Energy Frontier Research Center]] funded by the U.S. Department of Energy. APEX focuses on pioneering new materials and manufacturing processes for power electronics to support a sustainable and resilient energy future. {{Official URL (simple)|url=}} ==Mission== APEX's mission is to drive innovation in power electronics by exploring new materials and manufacturing methods that can withstand the thermal and power demands of modern energy systems. This research is pivotal for advancing grid infrastructure, electric vehicle technology, and industrial applications, aiming for significant improvements in efficiency and cost-effectiveness{{cite web |url=https://www.nrel.gov/news/press/2020/nrel-selected-to-lead-new-center-for-power-electronics-materials-and-manufacturing-exploration.html |title=Innovative Materials and Scalable Manufacturing Pathways: New NREL Research Center To Look Toward the Future of Renewable Energy |publisher= National Renewable Energy Laboratory |access-date=February 5, 2025}}. ==Parent organization== APEX is led by [https://www.nrel.gov National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL)], which is managed by the Alliance for Sustainable Energy for the [https://www.energy.gov U.S. Department of Energy]. This relationship situates APEX within a broader context of renewable energy research. ==Legislation== APEX was established through funding from the U.S. Department of Energy's Office of Science, specifically as part of the Energy Frontier Research Centers initiative, without specific legislative action. ==Partners== * Argonne National Laboratory * Morgan State University * Johns Hopkins University * Colorado School of Mines * University of Virginia * Kyma Technologies{{cite web |url=https://www.nrel.gov/news/press/2020/nrel-selected-to-lead-new-center-for-power-electronics-materials-and-manufacturing-exploration.html |title=Innovative Materials and Scalable Manufacturing Pathways: New NREL Research Center To Look Toward the Future of Renewable Energy |publisher= National Renewable Energy Laboratory |access-date=February 5, 2025}} ==Number of employees== The exact number of employees isn't specified, but APEX involves a collaborative team from various institutions. ==Organization structure== APEX's structure revolves around: * **Research Areas**: Focusing on material selection, interface design, and manufacturing scalability. * **Interdisciplinary Teams**: Combining expertise from materials science, physics, and engineering. ===Leader=== APEX is led by a [Director]. ===Divisions=== - Novel Materials for Power Electronics - Advanced Interfaces and Substrates - Scalable Manufacturing Technologies{{cite web |url=https://www.nrel.gov/news/press/2020/nrel-selected-to-lead-new-center-for-power-electronics-materials-and-manufacturing-exploration.html |title=Innovative Materials and Scalable Manufacturing Pathways: New NREL Research Center To Look Toward the Future of Renewable Energy |publisher= National Renewable Energy Laboratory |access-date=February 5, 2025}} ==List of programs== * Exploration of new power electronic materials * Development of manufacturing techniques for high-efficiency power components * Research into substrates and interfaces for enhanced performance ==Last total enacted budget== APEX was awarded $13.9 million over four years (2020-2024) by the U.S. Department of Energy{{cite web |url=https://www.nrel.gov/news/press/2020/nrel-selected-to-lead-new-center-for-power-electronics-materials-and-manufacturing-exploration.html |title=Innovative Materials and Scalable Manufacturing Pathways: New NREL Research Center To Look Toward the Future of Renewable Energy |publisher= National Renewable Energy Laboratory |access-date=February 5, 2025}}. ==Staff== APEX involves researchers, scientists, and engineers from NREL and its partner organizations. ==Funding== Funding for APEX comes from the U.S. Department of Energy's Office of Science, aimed at advancing power electronics technology. ==Services provided== APEX provides research services concentrated on materials science, interface engineering, and manufacturing innovations to develop power electronics that are more efficient, reliable, and suitable for future energy systems. ==Regulations overseen== APEX does not oversee regulations but conducts research that could shape future standards in power electronics and energy systems. ==Headquarters address== 15013 Denver West Parkway, Golden, CO 80401 ==History== APEX was established to address the need for advanced materials and manufacturing in power electronics, leveraging NREL's expertise in renewable energy technologies. Its inception marks a significant step towards enhancing the capabilities of power systems in the context of global energy transitions. ==External links== * [https://www.nrel.gov NREL's Official Website] * [[wikipedia:National Renewable Energy Laboratory]] ==References==

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