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Power Factor’s Role in Active, Reactive and Apparent Power

Power Factor’s Role in Active, Reactive and Apparent Power

The diverse power terms in electrical generation systems include active, reactive, and apparent power, all of which lead to the introduction of…


Using DCR Current Sensing in Buck-Boost Controllers

Using DCR Current Sensing in Buck-Boost Controllers

This article compares the benefits of using inductor DC resistance current sensing in four-switch buck-boost controllers to traditional solutions.


Using GaN for Mid-Range Motor Inverters

Using GaN for Mid-Range Motor Inverters

This article examines how GaN-based FETs enable high-performance motor inverters.


Reliable Testing for Insulation Endurance Assessment

Reliable Testing for Insulation Endurance Assessment

Engineers may be unaware of the drawbacks of faster switching semiconductors. It is important to consider these potential risks as they affect the…


The Prescription To Reduce EMI in Medical Equipment

The Prescription To Reduce EMI in Medical Equipment

This article addresses electromagnetic interference in power supplies and how to eliminate it.


A Modular Approach to 48V Automotive Power Delivery Networks

A Modular Approach to 48V Automotive Power Delivery Networks

Vicor discusses high-density, high-performance DC-DC power modules, where they are used, and their advantages over discrete solutions. 


Navigating Stepper Motor Drive Design

Navigating Stepper Motor Drive Design

Designing stepper motor drives requires careful consideration of several key factors. This article will help you navigate these considerations and…


Pulse Width Modulation vs. Sinusoidal Control in Stepper Motors

Pulse Width Modulation vs. Sinusoidal Control in Stepper Motors

The article examines pulse width modulation and sinusoidal control methods in stepper motors.


Defining Voltage Pulse Test Requirements for Insulation Endurance Assessment

Defining Voltage Pulse Test Requirements for Insulation Endurance Assessment

Rapid progress in fast-switching devices presents new challenges that must be addressed by insulation material manufacturers and system integrators.


Exploring Three-Phase Motors: Types and Operating Principles

Exploring Three-Phase Motors: Types and Operating Principles

This article examines the operational principles and applications of three important types of three-phase motors: squirrel-cage induction,…


Totem-Pole PFC Topology: A Price-Performance Analysis

Totem-Pole PFC Topology: A Price-Performance Analysis

This article presents a price-performance analysis of the totem-pole power factor correction topology compared to other topologies.


Optimizing Design Efficiency: Shrinking PSUs in Auto and Industrial Applications

Optimizing Design Efficiency: Shrinking PSUs in Auto and Industrial Applications

One way to optimize automotive and industrial designs is to reduce the size of the power supply unit, resulting in less physical material, fewer…


How To Select a Transformer When Designing an Isolated Buck Converter

How To Select a Transformer When Designing an Isolated Buck Converter

This article explains how to select a transformer—a pivotal step in designing an isolated buck converter—including parameters to consider, the…


High-Frequency Power Transfer Paves the Way for Wireless EV Charging

High-Frequency Power Transfer Paves the Way for Wireless EV Charging

The main difference between wireless charging of a mobile phone and an electric vehicle is the power levels used. What challenges do high-power EV…


Using Adaptive Modes to Improve Buck Converter Efficiency

Using Adaptive Modes to Improve Buck Converter Efficiency

A cornerstone of power supply technology, buck converters transform high voltages to lower voltages. As power electronics professionals optimize…


Using AI/ML To Predict Brownouts in Step-Down Transformers

Using AI/ML To Predict Brownouts in Step-Down Transformers

This article explores how artificial intelligence and machine learning predict brownout thresholds in a step-down transformer using a circuit…


Addressing SiC MOSFET Packaging Challenges

Addressing SiC MOSFET Packaging Challenges

SiC MOSFET switching loss reduction is possible, but challenges exist in realizing high switching speeds during power module operation.


Substation Transformers Explained

Substation Transformers Explained

Learn about the different types of transformers in high-voltage substations by exploring their technical workings and the mathematical evaluations…


Opto-Emulators Explained: Exploring Optocoupler Alternatives

Opto-Emulators Explained: Exploring Optocoupler Alternatives

Optocouplers have long been an option for designers seeking galvanic isolation for system signals. This article explores alternatives to the…


Comparing LCI and VSI Technologies: Is There a Winner?

Comparing LCI and VSI Technologies: Is There a Winner?

When reviewing VSI and LCI drive systems for shaft powers of 20 megawatts, both technologies have their merits. Here's what you need to know…