When the flyback converter reaches its limits
Although flyback converters are very popular, this topology has practical limitations...
Add an efficient positive rail to a unipolar negative supply
This article presents a complete solution for a very efficient and relatively simple design for adding a positive rail to…
Measure cross conduction in GaN-based power supplies
This easy and cost-effective method to measure cross conduction uses the unique characteristics of GaN transistors.
Benchtop AC/DC sources play a major role in product design
While embedded power subsystems get lots of attention, standalone sources still play a major role in product design, development, and…
Installing internal power supplies
When designing an internal power supply into a system, safety, thermal, and EMC implications of the installation must be considered
Celebrating 12 years of power tips
Let's take a look and highlight what have been some of the most useful power tips, relevant for power-supply design…
Digital communication and control benefit power converter subsystems
Understand how a power subsystem’s digital interface can benefit a specific electronic application.
Why I was almost shocked by a small home AC appliance
A simple appliance repair dramatically reminded me of the meaning and importance of a genuine ground for the AC-line connection...
PMIC eases trade-off between power density and energy efficiency
New integrated voltage regulator enables DC/DC conversion without discrete components.
How to meet transient response when using a second-stage output filter
Learn the typical design criteria required to meet a load transient specification using a second-stage output filter.