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Getting the Best Performance  from AC to DC Power Supplies in Abusive Environments

Getting the Best Performance from AC to DC Power Supplies in Abusive Environments

This article describes some common pitfalls of AC to DC Power Supplies and provides insight how to get maximum performance for specific applications.


Rugged 600V 3-Phase Gate Driver with Integrated Bootstrap Diode and Fast Over-current Protection

Rugged 600V 3-Phase Gate Driver with Integrated Bootstrap Diode and Fast Over-current Protection

This article highlights STMicroelectronics STDRIVE601 monolithic device embedding three half-bridge gate drivers for N channel power MOSFETs or IGBTs.


Design and Optimization of Silicon Carbide Schottky Diode

Design and Optimization of Silicon Carbide Schottky Diode

This article highlights WeEn Semiconductors WeEn NXPSC0465 device for design and optimization of Silicon Carbide (SiC) Schottky Diode.


State-of-the-Art Intelligent Power Modules for Appliance Motor Drives

State-of-the-Art Intelligent Power Modules for Appliance Motor Drives

This article highlights International Rectifier Corporation iMotion integrated design platform that enabled designers to realise energy-efficient…


Validating Battery Management Systems with Simulation Models

Validating Battery Management Systems with Simulation Models

This article highlights MathWorks battery storage systems as critical technology for the success of EVs and supplementing renewable energy systems.


Kelvin Emitter Configuration Further Improves Switching Performance of TRENCHSTOP 5 IGBTs

Kelvin Emitter Configuration Further Improves Switching Performance of TRENCHSTOP 5 IGBTs

This article investigates the full-bridge LLC converter with variable-frequency operation and multi-domain interactions through modelling and…


Dual-Channel 42V 4A Monolithic Synchronous Step-Down Silent Switcher 2 with 62 A Quiescent Current

Dual-Channel 42V 4A Monolithic Synchronous Step-Down Silent Switcher 2 with 62 A Quiescent Current

This article highlights Analog Devices Incorporated LT8650S synchronous Silent Switcher® 2 regulator features a wide input voltage range of 3 V to…


The Optimal Design for High Frequency GaN-Based Totem Pole PFC

The Optimal Design for High Frequency GaN-Based Totem Pole PFC

This article highlights GaN Systems EMI filter modelling methodology for a high frequency Bridgeless Totem Pole Power Factor Correction Circuit…


Simulating WideBandgap Power Circuits Using Advanced Characterization and Modeling

Simulating WideBandgap Power Circuits Using Advanced Characterization and Modeling

This article highlights Keysight Technologies Incorporated simulation of wide-bandgap (WBG) power semiconductor devices with characterization and…


Dissecting the Proper Specification of Magnetic Components

Dissecting the Proper Specification of Magnetic Components

This article highlights Bs&T Frankfurt am Main GmbH design of power magnetic components that requires proper specification for good reliability.


Part 3 Digital Power Supply Loop Design Step-by-Step

Part 3 Digital Power Supply Loop Design Step-by-Step

This article highlights Biricha digital power supply loop design on how to account phase loss and scaling factors in a digital power supply.


Analytical Model of an LLC Converter with a Constant Power Load

Analytical Model of an LLC Converter with a Constant Power Load

This article highlights INFINERGIES LLC converter as part of the development of power conversion in the fields of electric vehicle, medical…


40V Input 35A Silent Switcher Module Regulator for Automotive and Industrial Applications

40V Input 35A Silent Switcher Module Regulator for Automotive and Industrial Applications

This article introduces the LTM8003, a wide input and output range, low noise, 3.5 A stepdown µModule regulator featuring the Silent Switcher…


Automotive High Capacity Power Module

Automotive High Capacity Power Module

The automotive industry is currently undergoing a tremendous change. Due to higher awareness of the negative impact of air pollutants on human…


High-Precision Winding Testing with a New Type of Impulse Winding Tester

High-Precision Winding Testing with a New Type of Impulse Winding Tester

This article introduces the characteristics of Hioki’s Impulse Winding Tester ST4030A along with examples of actual measurement.


Flyback Transformer Specification Made Easy with Power Stage Designer

Flyback Transformer Specification Made Easy with Power Stage Designer

This article highlights Texas Instruments Power Stage Designer (PSD) tool that made power supply design easy by simplifying some complex…


The Effects of PCB Design on Ignition IGBTs Thermal Performance

The Effects of PCB Design on Ignition IGBTs Thermal Performance

This article presented the impact of the use of different thermal PCB PADs on the thermal performance of Ignition IGBTs.


Challenges and Solutions High Power Density Adapters and Chargers

Challenges and Solutions High Power Density Adapters and Chargers

This article features Infineon USB-PD adapters that supports a wide range of output voltages and power up to 60 W for charging different end…


A Step Forward to Miniaturization for Current Sensing in Power Conversion Systems

A Step Forward to Miniaturization for Current Sensing in Power Conversion Systems

This article highlights LEM HMSR current sensor models that include a low-resistance primary conductor, a miniature ferrite, and a proprietary ASIC.


Extended Resistance Range Opens Up New Applications

Extended Resistance Range Opens Up New Applications

This article highlights Susumu Germany expansion on RG series resistors by new high-impedance material, pattern adjustment, and a more precise…