Semiconductors

Thermal Design and Application of Sixteenth Brick Converters
With the introduction of the Sixteenth Brick converter, the first question some may ask is why would...

Dead-Time Optimization for Maximum Efficiency
In this white paper EPC continues our exploration of optimization issues and look at the impact of dead-time...

Basics of Dual Fractional-N Synthesizers/PLLs
Over the years, a number of methods have been proposed to realize fractional-N frequency synthesis that...

The Risk Assessment Process
When undertaking machine safety activities, it is always important to have a clearly structured process...

Threat-based Analysis Method for IoT Devices
By all accounts, Internet of Things (IoT) devices are forecasted to become ubiquitous. These devices,...

Improve DC-DC Forward Converter Efficiency with eGaN FETs
DC-DC converter designers can achieve higher power density at lower power levels by using forward converters...

Selecting Safety Standards for Machine Safeguarding Requirements
“Safety standards” are requirements designed to ensure the safety of people around products, activities,...

eGaN® FET Small Signal RF Performance
Even though the eGaN FET was designed and optimized as a power-switching device, it also exhibits good...

The Benefits of Using Digital Power Modules
Digital power is one of the most important technologies for reducing power consumption and managing the...

Thermal Management for Surface-Mount Devices
The origins of the ambient derating curve go back decades to when the U.S. military specified the performance...

Fundamentals of Building a Test System
Most organizations do not consider production test a top priority, but it is a necessity to prevent major...
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