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Medical Converters for Healthy Batteries

Medical Converters for Healthy Batteries

Rechargeable batteries have been used for decades to store electrical energy. Maintenance-free AGM or EFP batteries not only make usage easier and…


A Closer Look at Modular Silicon Carbide Device Evaluation

A Closer Look at Modular Silicon Carbide Device Evaluation

In this article, we deep-dive into modular design evaluation, how the modular design concept works, and how to reap its benefits.


Instrumentation Power Supply Basics

Instrumentation Power Supply Basics

Like the products they work with, power supplies have evolved to interface with PCs, simulate power sources such as batteries and solar cells, and…


Battery Fast Charging Using Raspberry Pi and Python

Battery Fast Charging Using Raspberry Pi and Python

By implementing fuel gauge functionality in the battery pack, original equipment manufacturers can design smart fast chargers that increase system…


Examining the Causes of Transformer Insulation Failure

Examining the Causes of Transformer Insulation Failure

Learn the reasons behind insulation-related transformer failures.


Optimizing Wind Converter Designs

Optimizing Wind Converter Designs

This article describes the essential components to optimize wind converter performance.


Timeless Tech Wisdom: Foundational Concepts to Advanced Calculations

Timeless Tech Wisdom: Foundational Concepts to Advanced Calculations

Whether it’s FET foundations or calculating transformer turns ratios, these are the EEPower technical articles engineers read time and again.


Conducted EMI Reduction Techniques for Wireless Power Systems

Conducted EMI Reduction Techniques for Wireless Power Systems

The article discusses wireless power transfer system operation and challenges in meeting EMI, especially conducted emission requirements. A…


Current Transformers: Operation, Types, and Polarity Considerations

Current Transformers: Operation, Types, and Polarity Considerations

Learn about current transformers and their essential role in transforming large currents into smaller ones, including winding ratios, types, and…


The Mechanics of Operating DC Generators

The Mechanics of Operating DC Generators

Learn about the operating mechanisms of DC generators involving components like the armature, commutator, brush assembly, and field windings.…


Winding Connections and Applications of Buck-Boost Transformers

Winding Connections and Applications of Buck-Boost Transformers

This article will teach you about buck-boost transformers, winding connections, and their applications. The primary focus is on boosting (raising)…


Sizing Transformers for Single- and Three-Phase Loads

Sizing Transformers for Single- and Three-Phase Loads

This article spotlights the principles of sizing wye and delta-connected transformers to efficiently handle single- and three-phase loads.


Choosing the Correct Current Value to Design Motor Circuits

Choosing the Correct Current Value to Design Motor Circuits

Learn about using the correct current values when designing and calculating motor circuits.


EMI: Understanding the Causes in Power Electronics

EMI: Understanding the Causes in Power Electronics

This article explores how electromagnetic interference affects power electronics systems, how it is caused, and how it can be prevented.


Using Open Deltas Strategically To Increase Transformer Capacity

Using Open Deltas Strategically To Increase Transformer Capacity

Open delta transformers allow delta-connected transformers to supply three-phase loads with two-phase windings while maintaining phase voltages.…


Pros and Cons: Three-Phase Transformer Connections

Pros and Cons: Three-Phase Transformer Connections

This article examines three-phase transformer connections and their advantages and disadvantages, which are crucial for effectively matching…


Grid-Connected Inverter Modeling and Control of Distributed PV Systems

Grid-Connected Inverter Modeling and Control of Distributed PV Systems

This article examines the modeling and control techniques of grid-connected inverters and distributed energy power conversion challenges.


Making Sense of the Fundamentals and Configurations of 3-Phase Transformers

Making Sense of the Fundamentals and Configurations of 3-Phase Transformers

This article teaches three-phase transformers' fundamental principles and configurations, including their construction with three primary and…


Time Constant in DC Circuit Inductors

Time Constant in DC Circuit Inductors

This article examines time constant and energy storage in DC circuit inductors and the danger associated with charged inductors.


Improved TO-247PLUS Discrete Package Solution for High Power Applications

Improved TO-247PLUS Discrete Package Solution for High Power Applications

A discrete device mounted on a water-cooled heat sink via direct copper bonding is one solution available to design engineers, assuming the…