Menlo Micro and Microchip Technology Validate First MEMS-Based 0.5MW Hot-Switched Power Panel for U.S. Navy
Menlo Microsystems and Microchip Technology have validated the first MEMS-based 1000V/500A relay panel for hot switching, integral to advanced circuit protection systems for the U.S. Navy. This 0.5 megawatt relay panel is part of the Navy's 10-megawatt Advanced Circuit Breaker program.
The validation confirms the performance and scalability of Menlo Micro's Ideal Switch technology, which has demonstrated superior speed, reliability, and efficiency over traditional systems. The recent testing occurred at Microchip Technology's power test facilities.
Menlo's technology employs a metal-to-metal conduction method, reducing resistive losses and heat generation, ultimately enhancing power density and system efficiency. Menlo switches will be showcased at CES 2026 at the Venetian Expo.
