Inductorless Bipolar Power Supply Design
Overview of charge-pump DC/DC converters and an inductorless bipolar power supply design, with analysis of efficiency, noise, and trade-offs.
Power & New Energy Solutions
Power and new energy solutions represent a critical frontier in modern electronics, where innovative PCB designs drive efficiency, sustainability, and performance across diverse applications. In this Power & New Energy Solutions category, we delve into the technologies shaping the future of energy management, from advanced power supplies and renewable energy systems to smart grid integrations and energy storage solutions. Our focus extends to the intricate role of printed circuit boards in optimizing power distribution, minimizing losses, and enabling seamless integration with emerging energy sources like solar, wind, and electric vehicles. Professionals in electronics engineering and PCB design will find valuable resources here, including detailed guides on selecting components for high-efficiency power converters, tutorials on implementing energy-harvesting techniques, and insights into regulatory standards for sustainable energy projects. We also share best practices for thermal management in power-intensive applications, ensuring reliability in demanding environments such as industrial automation and automotive electrification. The practical value of these topics lies in their direct impact on real-world challenges, such as reducing carbon footprints through efficient energy use or enhancing battery life in portable devices. By addressing both foundational concepts and cutting-edge advancements, our content equips readers with the knowledge to tackle complex projects and innovate in a rapidly evolving field. As you browse the articles in this category, you'll uncover strategies to improve system performance, navigate design trade-offs, and stay ahead of industry trends, fostering informed decisions that advance your work in power and energy technologies.
Common Power Supply Issues in Power Modules
Overview of power quality issues: surges, spikes, sags, transients, EMI; engineering mitigation methods including filters, voltage regulators, UPS, and design considerations.
Simplified Schematic of a Synchronous Buck Converter
Overview of buck converters, synchronous vs non-synchronous topologies and half-bridge arrangements; applications in USB On-The-Go, POL, chargers, motor and audio systems.
High-efficiency Crystalline Silicon Solar Cell Technologies
Technical review of crystalline silicon solar cell efficiency: optical/recombination losses and improvements via texturing, AR coatings, passivation, BSF and architectures.
How Energy Storage Inverters Differ from PV Inverters
Compare energy storage inverter (PCS) and PV inverter functions, operation, and value: bidirectional battery charging/discharging, grid/island modes, and performance differences.
Safety Control Methods for Metro Communication Power Systems
Assessment of safety control for the metro communication power system, focusing on UPS integration, monitoring, energy storage and operational measures to enhance reliability.
DAC-Based Dynamic Output Adjustment for Power Supplies
Explains using a current-output DAC (LTC7106) to digitally adjust a switching regulator's output via the feedback node, with design considerations and accuracy specs.
Estimating Power Requirements for Electronic Systems
Guide for engineers to identify components, calculate static and dynamic power requirements, include inrush/peak currents, account for power conversion efficiency and design margin.
EMC and Protection Design for Modular Power Peripheral Circuits
Overview of power-supply miniaturization factors: higher switching frequency, transformer design, LTCC integration, and compact PCB/component layout for reduced volume.
Perovskite Tandem Cells: Topcon vs HJT Bottom-Cell Comparison
Comparison of perovskite tandems with HJT bottoms: HJT offers better front-contact compatibility, higher voltage and passivation; integration requires a tunneling junction.
LLC Resonant Converter Simulation Principles
LLC circuit resonant converter overview: principle, pros/cons, full-bridge PowerExpert setup and simulation results demonstrating 400V→167V output behavior.
Three Compact Solutions for High Step-Down Converters
Analyzes why buck converters struggle at very high VIN/VOUT ratios and outlines three compact high step-down approaches: LT3748 flyback, LTM modules, and LT8641.
