APEC 2026 Plenary: Enabling Copernicus: Power Electronics at the Heart of Earth’s Health Monitoring - Arturo Fernandez

This plenary speech will highlight current and future power technologies enabling Copernicus. Power electronics are essential for satellite energy manage ment, battery health, and reliable power distribution. As avionics advance, they require lower voltages and higher currents, while scientific instruments need spe cialized supplies. The rise of large satellite constellations demands innovative solutions to cut costs and speed up delivery without sacrificing reliability. GaN switches and digital control are transforming space power electronics, enabling more efficient, robust systems for next-gener ation satellites.