Description
With the evolutionary decrease of DSP and I/O power supply voltage levels comes the need for efficient power conversion from existing bus voltages to newer and lower voltage levels. At the same time, dc/dc converters are continuing their own evolutionary trend towards smaller size and lower cost. Caught in the middle are the circuit designers who have little experience in development of dc/dc converters, yet must incorporate them in their own systems. This topic provides a guide for engineers in designing for low-voltage operation and trade-offs of difference component types are presented to allow designers to make choices based on their own particular circuit or system needs. Using an example design, concepts discussed earlier are reviewed with attention made to underlying principles and practical ramifications.

Course Modules
1. Under the Hood of Low-Voltage DC/DC Converters (ATECH2-5)