Latest Military & Aerospace Technical Articles

Radiation Performance of Enhancement-Mode GaN Power Devices

SWaP Benefits to Reduce Power Consumption in High Reliability Microprocessors

This article features Teledyne e2v High Reliability Microprocessors have been the workhorses across a broad range of defense, aerospace and other…

Thermal Endurance Estimation of Magnetic Components Used in Embedded Automotive Applications

This article reviews the common definitions of temperature stated for an insulating material to have an idea of its resistance to heat versus time.

How to Analyze Control Loop Stability with Bode Plots Using Modern Oscilloscopes

This article presents important topics to consider in order to make accurate Bode plots for control loops in switched mode power supplies.

High CV MLCC DC BIAS Capacitance Loss Explained

This article highlights EPCI European Passive Components Institute MLCC class II capacitors that results worsening of some electrical parameters.

Presentation of HiRel Microprocessor Innovative Data Converter and SiP Solutions

This article highlights Teledyne e2v space microprocessors that enable increased on-board data processing and an increased Quality of Service.

Some Aspects of AESA Power Supply Management

This article considers several features of AESA power supply systems that are useful for engineers specialized in the development of AESAs and…

Temperature Stability Assessment of GaN Power Amplifiers with Matching Tantalum Capacitors

Wide bandgap GaN and SiC devices are expected to experience high levels of growth in applications ranging from power conversion to RF transistors…

Integrated Circuits Offer Enhanced Protection & Improved Safety Features for High Reliability Power Supplies

This article discusses the high-reliability power systems and increasing efficiency and reliability.

ONE Design Equation for Custom Inductors An Introduction to Power Electronics

Over 35 years ago, I started my career in power electronics. I completed a practical power project in my senior year in college, building a 6KV, 20kHz

Balancing Motor Control, Radiation-Tolerance, and Power Consumption in Space Applications

This article highlights the importance of the highest possible reliability of the components in motor control used in space applications.

Simulating the Conducted EMI of Switching Power Converters

This article describes a method for simulating conducted EMI in switching power converters highlighting LISN model development and EMI signature…

Output Ceramic Capacitor Roles in POL Applications

This article provides a discussion on the basic understanding of the importance of multi-layer ceramic capacitors and relevant key parameters.

Rectiverter Creates New Category of Power System

This article discusses the advantages and features of Eltek's Rectiverter in terms of design simplicity, flexibility and cost-effectiveness.

Radiation Action on IV Characteristics of Power Semiconductor Devices Based on Silicon

Results of theoretical research of influence of cumulative dose on I-V characteristics (IVC) of power semiconductor devices based on silicon are…

Stop Interfering Ways to Prevent Electromagnetic Interference in Amplifier Circuits

This article offers multiple solutions to prevent electromagnetic interference in amplifier circuits of most equipments such as medical and avionics.

A New Dawn for Tantalum Capacitors

This article discusses the Tantalum capacitors and technology which hold significant technical advantages over their conventional counterparts.

eGaN Technology Transforming the Future

This article discusses the potential of eGaN technology in various applications such as outer space, machine interface, electricity and medicine.