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Power Integrations’ InnoSwitch3-Pro Allows In-Field Programmability for Rapid-Charge Designs

Power Integrations’ InnoSwitch3-Pro Allows In-Field Programmability for Rapid-Charge Designs

The key target of the InnoSwitch3-Pro is to support both fast-charging protocols in consumer devices, and non-charging applications requiring either a load-controlled or configurable output.


News Mar 22, 2018 by Karissa Manske
An Integrated High-Current Power Module: 0.5 to 2 Volt at 35 Amps from Texas Instruments

An Integrated High-Current Power Module: 0.5 to 2 Volt at 35 Amps from Texas Instruments

Texas Instruments has released a fixed-frequency step-down power module that delivers up to 35 Amps at output voltages ranging from 0.5 to 2 V.


News Mar 08, 2018 by Nick Davis
USB Type-C: An Autonomous Port Controller with I2C and GPIO Control

USB Type-C: An Autonomous Port Controller with I2C and GPIO Control

In this article, we look at ON Semiconductor's FUSB303, which is a fully autonomous USB Type-C controller.


News Feb 26, 2018 by Nick Davis
Automatically Connect One of Two Power Supplies: A Dual Channel Prioritized Power Path Controller

Automatically Connect One of Two Power Supplies: A Dual Channel Prioritized Power Path Controller

This article discusses an intelligent power switch that automatically connects one of two input voltage supplies to a common output node.


News Feb 22, 2018 by Nick Davis
CUI’s VOF‑180 and VOF‑225A AC-to-DC Power Supplies in 2×4 inch Open Frames

CUI’s VOF‑180 and VOF‑225A AC-to-DC Power Supplies in 2×4 inch Open Frames

In this News Brief, we take a look at CUI’s new high-density AC/DC power supplies housed in low-profile open-frame packages.


News Feb 15, 2018 by Nick Davis
Two for One: A Buck Regulator and an LDO in a Single Package from Analog Devices

Two for One: A Buck Regulator and an LDO in a Single Package from Analog Devices

Called a Micro PMU, this IC from Analog Devices offers a 3A buck regulator and a 3A ultralow-noise LDO in a single package.


News Feb 09, 2018 by Nick Davis
A Battery Buck-Boost Charge Controller for Multi-Chemistry Battery Charging Applications

A Battery Buck-Boost Charge Controller for Multi-Chemistry Battery Charging Applications

Texas Instruments recently released their new SMBus multi-chemistry battery buck-boost charge controller for rechargeable battery systems that require high-efficiency solutions.


News Feb 08, 2018 by Nick Davis
A Look at IEEE 802.11ax-2019, the New Wi-Fi Standard for HEW (High-Efficiency Wi-Fi)

A Look at IEEE 802.11ax-2019, the New Wi-Fi Standard for HEW (High-Efficiency Wi-Fi)

There's a new standard for the air! Focused on user experience, IEEE 802.11ax-2019 promises to have you loving your Wi-Fi even more! This article takes a look at the proposed standard.


News Jan 30, 2018 by Marie Christiano
A Powerful Yet Flexible Capacitance-to-Digital Converter from ams

A Powerful Yet Flexible Capacitance-to-Digital Converter from ams

A new CDC capable of measuring capacitance changes ranging from a few picofarads to hundreds of nanofarads.


News Dec 25, 2017 by Nick Davis
Wireless Charging: A New Wireless Battery Charger Transmitter from STMicroelectronics

Wireless Charging: A New Wireless Battery Charger Transmitter from STMicroelectronics

A new wireless battery charging transmitter from STMicroelectronics tries to raise the bar with faster charging times with higher efficiencies.


News Dec 14, 2017 by Nick Davis
EMI Compliance: A New Customizable Spread Spectrum Oscillator from SiTime

EMI Compliance: A New Customizable Spread Spectrum Oscillator from SiTime

SiTime announces their new spread spectrum oscillator that is advertised to ensure emissions compliance.


News Nov 17, 2017 by Nick Davis
The Growing Need for Precision and High-Speed Control in Robotics, 3D Printing, and Manufacturing

The Growing Need for Precision and High-Speed Control in Robotics, 3D Printing, and Manufacturing

Toshiba has introduced three new stepper motor drivers that seek to revolutionize the industry.


New Switching DC/DC Regulator from TI Shows Improvements in Regulator Implementation

New Switching DC/DC Regulator from TI Shows Improvements in Regulator Implementation

Switch-mode power supplies, such as the TPS565201 from Texas Instruments, are becoming easier to implement.


News Oct 25, 2017 by Nick Davis
Teardown Tuesday: Gas Leak Detector

Teardown Tuesday: Gas Leak Detector

In this Teardown Tuesday we are going to take a look at the insides of a gas leakage detector. This device is designed to detect the presence of halogen gases.


News Sep 19, 2017 by Alex Udanis
New Flexible Biofuel Cell Designed for Wearables Extracts Energy from Sweat

New Flexible Biofuel Cell Designed for Wearables Extracts Energy from Sweat

A team of engineers from University of California San Diego have created a biofuel cell that produces ten times the power of its predecessors


News Sep 05, 2017 by Zabrel Holsman
High Fidelity, Low Power: A New Audio Amplifier from Analog Devices

High Fidelity, Low Power: A New Audio Amplifier from Analog Devices

You can simplify and improve the performance of your audio circuits with amplifier ICs such as the SSM6322.


News Jun 21, 2017 by Robert Keim
When You Really Need Low-Dropout Regulation: A New LDO from Diodes Incorporated

When You Really Need Low-Dropout Regulation: A New LDO from Diodes Incorporated

Linear regulators such as the AP7380 series can offer convenience, simplicity, and flexibility in terms of input voltage.


News Jun 16, 2017 by Robert Keim
High Power at High Temperatures: New DC/DC Converters from Vicor

High Power at High Temperatures: New DC/DC Converters from Vicor

Integrated regulator modules such as the Cool-Power ZVS series can provide convenient and effective power conversion, even in harsh environments.


News Jun 09, 2017 by Robert Keim
Teardown Tuesday: Bluetooth Sony Speaker

Teardown Tuesday: Bluetooth Sony Speaker

With everything going wireless it comes as no surprise that even speakers are using Bluetooth! In this Teardown Tuesday, we will strip down a Sony Bluetooth Speaker to see how they are put together and what parts they consist of.


News May 16, 2017 by Robin Mitchell
Board-Mount Packages for AC-DC Power Supplies Announced by CUI Power Group

Board-Mount Packages for AC-DC Power Supplies Announced by CUI Power Group

In this News Brief, we'll take a look at CUI Power Group's new series of AC-DC power supplies.


News May 03, 2017 by Kate Smith