Embedded

Two-Switch Forward/Flyback Converter Overview

The Forward and Flyback converters are two popular topologies widely used in isolated DC-DC power converters. These topologies are favored by designers for their simplicity, ability to handle multiple ...
EDN

Fairchild Introduces the First Intelligent Power Switch Integrating a Low-Current IC and a p-Channel MOSFET for Slew Rate Control Up to 3 A

Fairchild Semiconductor announced the FDC6901L, a one-of-a-kind power switch integrating an advanced Trench technology p-channel MOSFET with a slew-rate controller IC. The result is an intelligent ...
EDN

Linear MOSFET power modules aim to replace switch-mode MOSFETs

Microsemi Corporation has introduced a new line of linear MOSFET power modules for applications ranging from factory automation to electric vehicles and industrial power supplies. The line includes 10 ...
Electronic Design

Switch-Mode ICs Promote Efficient Power Management, Part 1: Switch-Mode Fundamentals

Switch-mode ICs play a dominant role in optimizing the efficiency and minimizing the size of power conversion subsystems used in consumer, computer, and industrial equipment. A switch-mode converter ...