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The Benefits of Wide Bandgap Devices for Power Converters

This article will dissect the benefits of wide bandgap technologies for power converters.

Wide Bandgap Devices for Power Converters

This article will dive into the basics of wide bandgap materials and share an overview of SiC and GaN devices.

T and Zigzag Transformer Connections

Learn about both T- and Zigzag- transformer wiring connections in relation to synchronous converters.

Transformer Selection Criteria

There are many considerations involved in selecting a transformer. These include the requirements for the primary and secondary voltage; whether it…

CMOS Flip-Flops: JK, D and T-Type Flip-Flops

Learn how the CMOS JK flip-flop device and its derivations work.

Using the Calorimetric Method to Verify Dynamic Power Device Analyzer Switching Energy Calculations

Knowing the power dissipation of a transistor is important to calculate the overall efficiency of the system and dimension the transistor’s…

Dual Linear Regulator for Digital IC Power Enables On-the-Fly Output Adjustment and Dynamic Headroom Optimization

Low dropout (LDO) linear regulators are often used to provide clean power to processor cores and communication circuits. In these applications, LDO…

Understanding Lockout and Tagout in Electric Power Facilities

In order to maintain the safety of personnel working with equipment, all electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic power need to be disconnected, and…

Clamp-On Ammeter Applications and Measurement Procedures

A clamp-on ammeter is a portable test instrument that measures current in a circuit by measuring the magnetic field's strength around a single…

Energy Storage Using Supercapacitors: How Big is Big Enough?

In a power backup or holdup system, the energy storage medium can make up a significant percentage of the total bill of materials (BOM) cost, and…

Next Generation Power Module Simulation Environment

Design challenges for power modules can be solved by simulation. However, when there are multiple modules, topologies and components involved, is…

High Power Phase Controlled Thyristor (PCT) and Rectifier Diode Platform

Power efficiency is a key enabler of a greener future. This is particularly true for the industrial sector, where the demand for electrical energy…

How Power MOSFETs Achieve Higher Efficiency in Power Electronics

Understanding Linear MOSFETs and Their Applications

Linear-mode applications such as class-A audio amplifiers, active DC-link discharge, battery charge-discharge, inrush current limiter, low-voltage…

Tiny MicroModules with PFM

A warehouse provides a prime example of an industrial environment where there are numerous electronic applications and rail voltages. Complex…

High-Voltage IGBT Modules for High-Power High-Reliability Applications

When it comes to high-power applications with highest reliability requirements, HV-IGBTs in the famous std-type package are still the favorable…

Safety Standards for Testing Instruments

IEC standards reduce safety hazards that can occur from unpredictable circumstances when using electrical test equipment such as test instruments…

Generating Very Low Voltages with Standard Regulators

Question: What is a good solution for generating a tiny dc supply voltage of a few hundred millivolts? Answer: All that is needed is a clean…