Understand quasi-resonant, resonant converters
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2009-01-21 |
| Know the difference between quasi-resonant and resonant operation, and their best applications. |
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Two-switch topology boosts forward, flyback designs
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2008-01-19 |
| Adding a second switch to the high-side of a conventional single-switch forward or flyback converter design reduces electrical stresses on the MOSFETs, improves efficiency, and cuts EMI. |
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Design MOSFETS for shrinking DC-DC converters
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2008-10-28 |
| Learn how to meet the demands of a particular application as a response to the ever-shrinking space allocated to DC-DC converters. |
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High-voltage devices simplify design of PoE powered device
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2006-09-26 |
| This paper provides an overview of the key system-level requirements and benefits one must consider when integrating high-voltage devices into a PoE powered device interface and power management controller. |
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Digital amps pose power supply problem
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2008-11-04 |
| Learn some design guidelines aimed at avoiding common problems in designing with SMPS and digital amplifier. |
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Fast-recover MOSFETs for current commutation in DC motors
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2007-06-14 |
| This article details how a fast-recover diode can be used to improve the body diode performance in a brushless motor three-phase inverter topology providing six-step current commutation. |
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Designing a low-voltage motor drive
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2008-12-11 |
| Know the basics of making high-performance brushed DC, brushless DC, switched reluctance and stepper motor. |
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Re-examine DC-DC systems
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2009-03-25 |
| Discover creative ways to improve efficiency across the entire load spectrum in DC-DC systems. |
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Addressing the issues of high-performance FETs (Part 1)
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2010-08-03 |
| Modern low-voltage MOSFETs are now available with on-resistance below 1mΩ. This article addresses the common questions about today's high-performance FETs and discusses how to apply them. |
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How to best implement a synchronous buck converter
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2008-04-26 |
| This article presents the best way of implementing a synchronous buck converter. |
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Comparing planar with trench MOSFETs
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2008-03-17 |
| Know the operation differences between an integrated load switch and a discrete load switch, from an application perspective. |
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How to best implement a synchronous buck converter
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2008-04-26 |
| This article presents the best way of implementing a synchronous buck converter. |
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A primer on high-side FET load switches
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2007-05-03 |
| This article will help you understand the operation, functions, and key parameters of high-side FET load switches, as well as the similarities and differences between N-channel and P-channel devices. |
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Using self-protected MOSFETs in ruggedised electronic systems
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2008-07-30 |
| Utilising self-protected MOSFETs can yield a cost-effective fault tolerant system design. |
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Looking at embedded trends: Non-volatile memory (Part 1)
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2010-01-06 |
| Here's a look at non-volatile memory, one of the three significant trends emerging in one of the most critical and competitive sockets in modern electronic systems. |
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New standard in hot-swap reliability
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2005-04-01 |
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Cutting data center energy consumption
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2010-03-09 |
| The vast arrays of computers around the world consume huge amounts of power. The data centers enabling the Internet exemplify this power usage. |
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Meeting tough light load efficiency for external power supplies
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2010-03-29 |
| This article discusses the improved efficiency and added protection features of a green mode PWM controller, which will be welcomed by engineers struggling with the latest green power standards. |
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High-side switch minimises total power dissipation
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2009-08-24 |
| This article presents a new quad high-side switch specifically designed to minimize total power dissipation. |
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Implementing synchronous rectifiers in isolated topologies
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2002-04-16 |
| Implementing synchronous rectifiers in isolated topologies |
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| Address packaging issues in power electronics
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2012-01-31 |
| Know how to overcome the limits of current packaging technology: solder joints, module base plates, module layout, chip temperatures, and current densities. |
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Hot-swap circuits for digital comms boards
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2004-01-16 |
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Redundant power techniques for servers explained
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2007-05-08 |
| This article takes a look at several techniques that are used to support high availability systems. Find out which redundant power technique works best. |
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| Why use SONOS memory for eflash
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2011-10-13 |
| Read about the features of silicon-oxide-nitride-oxide-silicon memory technology that make it ideally suited for embedded Flash. |
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Amplifiers as comparators?
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2003-07-16 |
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Enhancing DC/DC converters with integrated MOSFETs
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2009-09-02 |
| Here's how you can enhance DC/DC converters with integrated MOSFETs, offering packaging and process improvements. |
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| A/V receiver nails cost/performance trade-off
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2007-08-13 |
| Direct Energy Amplification and Linear Temperature Compensation are two of the fundamental technological breakthroughs at the heart of the VSX1016-TXV's performance. |
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Improving power conversion efficiency with power chip tech
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2009-08-11 |
| To save energy, improving power conversion efficiency is an important subject in modern power supplies. Here's an article that will help you achieve efficiency with power chip technologies. |
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Dual regulator typology needed to power modern cellphones
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2004-08-16 |
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Short duty cycles for smaller DC/DC converters
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2009-04-08 |
| Read about a buck converter circuit that addresses the on-time limitation. |
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