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In power electronics, converting Alternating Current (AC) from the electrical grid into Direct Current (DC) is a common and essential task. This process is done using devices called rectifiers or…[...]
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Power Supply Design: Power supply design is about creating a system that provides the right amount of power (voltage and current) to run electrical devices, like computers, gadgets, or…[...]
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1. What is a Power Supply? A power supply is an electronic device that provides the necessary power to run other devices or circuits. It converts electrical energy (usually from…[...]
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A rectifier is an electronic device that converts alternating current (AC) into direct current (DC). To understand this, let's break it down into simple parts: What is AC and DC?…[...]
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What is a Variable Frequency Drive (VFD)? A Variable Frequency Drive (VFD) is an electronic device used to control the speed and torque of an electric motor by adjusting the…[...]
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What is a Thyristor? A thyristor is a type of electronic switch used to control the flow of electrical current in a circuit. It’s like a switch that can be…[...]
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A bridge rectifier is a circuit that converts alternating current (AC) into direct current (DC). It’s commonly used in power supplies to provide DC for devices that need a steady,…[...]
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Designing a power supply for an embedded system involves creating a way to provide electrical power to the various components of a system (like microcontrollers, sensors, and communication modules). The…[...]
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What is an SMPS? A Switched-Mode Power Supply (SMPS) is an electronic power supply that uses a high-frequency switching technique to convert electrical power more efficiently. SMPS is used to…[...]
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A rectifier is an electronic device that converts alternating current (AC), which periodically changes direction, into direct current (DC), which flows in only one direction. This conversion is important because…[...]
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