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This new edition of the book Semiconductor Power Devices: Physics, Characteristics, Reliability is now divided into two volumes. This first volume focuses on the Physics, Technology, and Design of Power Devices. It provides a comprehensive explanation of semiconductor properties, pn-junctions, and the physical principles essential for understanding modern power devices. Readers will find detailed coverage of state-of-the-art diodes, thyristors, MOSFETs, and IGBTs, along with new chapters on SiC and GaN technologies, cooling concepts, packaging, and reliability. The edition also introduces extended content on SiC-specific requirements and a dedicated chapter on cosmic ray failures, offering significant updates compared to previous editions.