Latest Linear Regulator Technical Articles

Learn about integrated electronics piezoelectrics (IEPE) sensors, powering them, and how they compare to charge output…

Learn about integrated electronics piezoelectrics (IEPE) sensors, powering them, and how they compare to charge output (non-IEPE) systems.

How does an amplifier's input offset voltage impact the accuracy of a current sense resistor's measurement? And how does…

How does an amplifier's input offset voltage impact the accuracy of a current sense resistor's measurement? And how does amplifier output swing affect your shunt resistor value? Learn this and more in this technical article.

Learn how to use non-linear models in LTspice to simulate the characteristics of transformers, a crucial part of SMPS…

Learn how to use non-linear models in LTspice to simulate the characteristics of transformers, a crucial part of SMPS (switched-mode power supply) design.

In this article, we’ll discuss why a discrete implementation cannot provide a high accuracy in resistive current sensing.

In this article, we’ll discuss why a discrete implementation cannot provide a high accuracy in resistive current sensing.

Learn how to reduce second harmonic distortion by following some guidelines for placing decoupling capacitors in your PCB layout.

Learn how to reduce second harmonic distortion by following some guidelines for placing decoupling capacitors in your PCB layout.

What is thermal runaway in Li-ion battery systems? And how do battery management systems help mitigate failure for…

What is thermal runaway in Li-ion battery systems? And how do battery management systems help mitigate failure for improved safety? Learn more in this technical article.

Learn the high-level basics of what role battery management systems (BMSs) play in power design and what components are…

Learn the high-level basics of what role battery management systems (BMSs) play in power design and what components are necessary for their basic functions.

This article discusses the different factors in designing vehicle battery systems to adhere to EV Battery Standards.

This article discusses the different factors in designing vehicle battery systems to adhere to EV Battery Standards.

This article proposes a simple microcontroller power-supply circuit that is worth considering when you’re developing a…

This article proposes a simple microcontroller power-supply circuit that is worth considering when you’re developing a (very) cost-sensitive system.

In this article, we will use simulations to assess important aspects of the performance of an op-amp-based current source.

In this article, we will use simulations to assess important aspects of the performance of an op-amp-based current source.

This article discusses a voltage-controlled current-source circuit that requires only two op-amps and a handful of resistors.

This article discusses a voltage-controlled current-source circuit that requires only two op-amps and a handful of resistors.

In this article, we’ll look at different EV charging modes specified by the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC).

In this article, we’ll look at different EV charging modes specified by the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC).

In this article, we’ll set up a basic SiC switching circuit and perform some transient simulations.

In this article, we’ll set up a basic SiC switching circuit and perform some transient simulations.

Learn the basics of linear voltage regulators in this bite-sized education brief.

Learn the basics of linear voltage regulators in this bite-sized education brief.

Learn how to build a setup that will help you predict a battery's performance as it ages using a Trinket M0 and software…

Learn how to build a setup that will help you predict a battery's performance as it ages using a Trinket M0 and software algorithms.

Brown Out Reset is an important function to increase the reliability of a microcontroller after start-up. Normally used…

Brown Out Reset is an important function to increase the reliability of a microcontroller after start-up. Normally used to solve problems with the power supply, this article shows how Brown Out Reset can prevent another problem.

Learn more about vibration energy harvesting as a source of power for electronic systems.

Learn more about vibration energy harvesting as a source of power for electronic systems.

Energy harvesting is a way to obtain electrical energy from the one already available in the environment. Where is energy…

Energy harvesting is a way to obtain electrical energy from the one already available in the environment. Where is energy harvesting appropriate in designs?

Electric vehicle design is a complex concept. Here's a look at the heart of every EV: the battery.

Electric vehicle design is a complex concept. Here's a look at the heart of every EV: the battery.