Hacks of Electronics
This article delves into the detailed workings of multijunction solar cells, their structure, advantages over conventional solar cells, and their potential impact on the future of renewable energy. Multijunction solar cells represent a significant leap in solar technology, enhancing energy conversion efficiency to 40% as compared to conventional single junction solar cells (20% average). Their […]
In this article, you will learn to design a 12V power supply circuit. It will convert 230VAC to 12-15V DC, 10A using the FSDM0565RE IC in a flyback configuration. Switch Mode Power Supply (SMPS) circuits are widely used for high-efficiency power conversion. A flyback converter is one of the most popular topologies for low- to […]
Flyback and forward converters are two of the most commonly used topologies in switch-mode power supplies (SMPS). Although they both function as isolated DC-DC converters, they differ in their operation, design, and applications. Here’s a comparison flyback converter vs forward converter. Flyback Converter Circuit: A flyback converter is a type of DC-DC converter commonly used in […]
Let’s explore various types of chopper circuits with their working and applications. Chopper circuit is a power electronic device that converts a fixed DC voltage into a variable DC voltage. It’s a type of DC-DC Converter which operates by turning ON and OFF a high-speed switch that connects and disconnects the load from the supply at […]
In this article, we’ll explore the SPWM inverter block diagram, its operation and break down the components in detail to understand the working. Inverter systems are critical in various applications, including renewable energy systems, solar power systems, electric motor drives, backup power supplies, and uninterruptible power supplies (UPS). A well-designed inverter system ensures seamless transition […]
The Universal DC-DC Buck & Boost Converter Circuit with UC3843 is a versatile circuit that can be used to either boost or buck a DC voltage, depending on the specific configuration. The UC3843 is a popular PWM (Pulse Width Modulation) controller IC used for these types of converters because of its high performance and ease […]