Overview
Aims
Using concepts specific to the field in order to explain the fundamental phenomena specific to the field;
Application of principles, basic rules for understanding a written / oral or to express in writing/ orally in an appropriate manner, respectively, taking into account all elements involved in the field
Analysis of electronic circuits and systems of low/medium complexity, for the purpose of their design and measurement
Course contents
Introduction. Course Syllabus Presentation.
Description of course objectives. Required concepts.
General presentation of switching sources, history, definitions, standards.
Linear voltage regulators;
Switching voltage regulators;
DC-DC buck converter;
DC-DC inverter converter;
DC-DC boost converter;S
witched-mode power supply with galvanic isolation, flyback type
Switched-mode power supply with galvanic isolation, forward type
Switched-mode power supply with galvanic isolation, push-pull type;
Switched-mode power supply with galvanic isolation, half-bridge;
Control and command circuits in switched-mode power supplies
Advanced design methods for magnetic components
Final Review.
Learning outcomes
To know the classic topologies of DC-DC converters; control and command methods; integrated circuits dedicated to linear and switching power supplies;•
To understand the phenomena occurring in switching power supplies;
• To evaluate and optimize suitable converter structures depending on the application;
• To synthesize complex power supply structures.
Assessment
Combined oral and written examination to verify the quality and correctness of information assimilated. (50%+50%).