Technical Features

January 2021

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Figure 1: Power stage of the flyback converter (simplified)

Eleazar Falco, FAE, Würth Elektronik eiSos / Editor, Gerhard Stelzer

Isolated flyback converters often use optocouplers in the feedback loop to regulate the output voltage. As part of the compensation circuit, its parameters such as CTR influence the control loop and must be taken into account in the flyback converter design. The flyback converter is an isolated switching power

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04/01/2024

Innovating Power Delivery Networks

Tom Curatolo, Principal Field Applications Engineer, Vicor

Every electronic piece of equipment or system has a power delivery network (PDN) made up of cables, bus bars, connectors, circuit board copper power planes and AC-to-DC and DC-to-DC converters and regulators. Governing the performance of a PDN is its overall architecture, such as the use of AC or DC voltage di

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01/28/2021

Table 1: Comparison of parameters for G4 750V SiC FETs with similar 650V SiC MOSFETs and 600V Superjunction fast diode FETs

Impact of UnitedSiC Gen 4 Technology on Electric Vehicles

Anup Bhalla, V.P. Engineering at UnitedSiC

The automotive market for Silicon Carbide (SiC) devices is widely expected to exceed the $1.5 billion threshold in 2025 with an annual growth rate (CAGR) of 38 percent. This is driven by the value provided by SiC based components in On-board chargers, DC-DC converters and in Traction inverters. With the launch of

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Date:

01/05/2021

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Figure 1. Electrical schematic of bipolar, bidirectional, 2-terminal power supply: VIN = 5 V to 24 V, VOUT = ±10 V at 3 A

DC/DC Supply Sources and Sinks Current from 5 to 24V Input

Victor Khasiev, Analog Devices

Most electronic systems depend on power voltage rails that are either positive or negative, but a few applications require individual rails that can be both. In these situations, positive or negative power is supplied by the same terminal—that is, the output voltage of the supply can be adjusted through its en

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01/04/2021

The Evolution of USB Type C in Power-Only Applications

Jeff Smoot, CUI Devices

Introduced in 2014, USB Type C is the latest physical standard, well-recognized for its simplified, bi-directional package, higher data rates, and greater power delivery. As has already been alluded to, USB connectors are defined by these three different, yet related standards: the physical connector, data transmission pr

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01/04/2021

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Figure 1: Today’s smart hand tools provide information for machine control and inform the operator of part quality with tolerance indication

How to Choose the Optimal Smart Handheld Gage

George Schuetz, Mahr Inc.

In manufacturing, it makes perfect sense to maximize the value of every dollar, but it also means hard choices must be made when selecting handheld gages. For example, myriad issues such as training, warranties, throughput requirements, manufacturing methods and materials, the end-use of the workpiece, and general co

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01/04/2021

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Figure 1: O-Ring Circuit

USB Type-C Power Management Design for Portable Devices

Katherine Hoang, Senior Manager, Vincent Wu, Senior Application Engineer & Wenyi Zou, Product Marketing Engineer, Monolithic Power System

Among the many benefits of USB Type-C connectors are their small size, easy-to-use features, and versatility. USB Type-C (also called USB-C) can support multiple protocols, such as USB 3.1, DisplayPort, HDMI, and USB PD. The USB Implementers Forum (USB-IF) released guidelines for USB Type-C called USB Type-C Ca

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01/04/2021

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Figure 1: AC and DC EV charging

Fast Charging: A Critical Enabler of EV Adoption

Martin Keenan, Technical Director, Avnet Abacus

The world’s automobile manufacturers are responding to ever stricter emissions regulations by increasing the proportion of electric vehicles (EVs) in their ranges. Global EV sales have surged in recent years and data from 2020[i] suggests that EVs are beginning to take market share from traditional, internal

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01/04/2021

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Figure 1: Connector solutions such as SMC, MiniBridge and MaxiBridge are installed in many inverters or battery management systems of hybrid vehicles

Space-Saving Connectors for Automotive Electronics

Markus Breitenbücher, ERNI Electronics

Particularly in the automotive industry, very high demands are placed on connections. In harsh and often near-engine environments, connector systems must not only be as compact as possible, but must also exhibit high vibration resistance, robustness, temperature resistance, high current carrying capacity and ea

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01/04/2021

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Figure 1: VIGIL Project 1 - Charge post charging vehicle at Aston University test site

VIGIL: Pioneering V2G Technology for a Greener Tomorrow

Dunstan Power, ByteSnap Design and Versinetic

Enabling EVs to return energy to the power grid when parked and plugged for charging, will increase grid resilience, allow for better exploitation of renewable sources and lower the cost of ownership for EV owners – leading to new business opportunities and clear advantages for EV users and energy consumers. VIGIL was backe

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Date:

01/04/2021

Driving LEDs for Automotive Lighting Solutions

Nick Ikuta, Sr. Solutions Marketing Manager – Automotive, ROHM

Automotive lighting is undergoing a fundamental change as more lighting solutions (both interior and exterior) shift from conventional bulbs to light emitting diodes (LEDs). LEDs present unique challenges in automotive applications, but they also promise unique advantages and possibilities. While driving LEDs re

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01/04/2021

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Figure 1: Starter generator and eBoost locations in an electrified vehicle

Common Driver Platform for 12V and 48V Systems

Dan Jacques, Strategic Marketing Manager, Allegro MicroSystems

Starter generator systems play multiple roles in electrified vehicle architectures. They are responsible for starting the engine, supplying electrical boost to the engine, and generating charge voltage during deceleration or coasting, which reduces wear on mechanical braking systems while improving overall system ef

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01/04/2021

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Figure 1. Automotive applications are prone to transient and surge conditions

The Right TVS Devices for ''Load Dump'' Auto Applications

Kevin Parmenter, Director, Applications Engineering, Taiwan Semiconductor, NA

Protecting downstream automotive electronic system content vulnerable to “load dump” conditions is a major challenge in this market. Automotive systems require transient voltage suppressor (TVS) devices capable of shunting high-energy transients safely away from electronic circuits. In addition to se

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Date:

01/04/2021