The 1996 Applied Power Electronics Conference and Exposition (APEC '96) convened to present the latest advancements in power electronics technology. The conference proceedings document a pivotal moment in the field, capturing research and development from leading engineers and academics. This volume specifically focuses on the technical papers presented at the 11th annual conference held in San Jose, California, covering a wide array of topics crucial to the industry's progress.

As a collection of conference proceedings, the authority perspective on APEC '96 lies in its direct contribution to the technical discourse of its time. The papers presented likely reflect the state-of-the-art in power electronics in 1996, serving as a valuable historical record for researchers and practitioners. Its utility is primarily as a reference for specific technical advancements and methodologies discussed during that period.