Within the scope of this article, multiple simulations of power circuits driving resistive loads using various devices are presented. The objective of this test is to identify the electronic switch ...

With the arrival of the latest standardized energy efficiency benchmark from SPEC, we have a good way to measure server efficiency. In light of the recent controversy over flawed energy efficiency ...

Even simple, single-function products can start us thinking about bigger design issues. For instance, nearly all designers must cope with the challenge of providing a power supply that can function ...

Optimizing energy efficiency in today’s industrial and commercial landscapes is more crucial than ever. One often overlooked yet vital aspect of achieving this optimization is power quality analysis, ...

Switch-mode power supplies (SMPS) are known for their superior efficiency. And while they achieve a significant level of efficiency, the quest to improve it even further continues to march on. One ...

Properties of wide-bandgap materials, with a focus on SiC. How a bridgeless totem-pole topology can help cut losses. A breakdown of the half-bridge inverter topology The efficiency of power-conversion ...

Understanding power factor (PF) is important because it gives us a clear understanding of the efficiency of an electrical system. Put simply, it’s the ratio of true power and apparent power, which ...

To increase the efficiency of welding equipment calibration, verification and validation, ESAB has introduced the Checkmaster 600R resistive load bank for simulating GMAW, AC/DC GTAW, SMAW and SAW arc ...