By
Raymond Mack, Conexant Systems, Austin, TX, USA
Description
This book is a crash course in the fundamental theory, concepts, and terminology of switching power supplies. It is designed to quickly
prepare engineers to make key decisions about power supplies for their projects.
Intended for readers who need to quickly understand
the key points of switching power supplies, this book covers the 20% of the topic that engineers use, 80% of the time.
Unlike existing
switching power supply books that deal strictly with design issues, this book also recognizes the growing importance of "off-the-shelf"
commercial switching power supplies, giving readers the background necessary to select the right commercial supply.
This book covers
the core essentials of power supply theory and design while keeping mathematics to the absolute minimum necessary. Special attention
is given to the selection of appropriate components, such as inductors and transformers, to ensure safe and reliable operation. Engineers,
whose main design responsibilities are in other areas, will better understand the strengths and weaknesses of switching power supplies
and whether such supplies are appropriate for their projects. They will be able to give more meaningful design requirements and specifications
to those who design switching power supplies.
Audience:
Engineers, design engineers, engineering managers in any industry that incorporates supplies, including automotive, computer systems, avionics, industrial, etc.; Engineering technicians and students
