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Input filters for DC/DC converters

Selection of Storage Inductors for DC/DC Converters

Selection of Capacitors for DC/DC Converters

Buck Converter Design and Calculation

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Fly-Buck Converter Explained and Comparison to Flyback

LLC Resonant Converter Design and Calculation

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Ripple Current and its Effects on the Performance of Capacitors

Why Low ESR Matters in Capacitor Design

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Boost Converter Design and Calculation

Filter Poles and Zeros Explained

Guide to Snubber Capacitors

Flying Capacitors Explained

Filter Q Factor Explained

Flyback Converter Design and Calculation

What Electronics Engineer Needs to Know About Passive Low Pass Filters

Introduction to Power Factor Correction PFC Capacitors and Circuits

Modular AC line EMI filters explained

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Capacitor Basics

What is a Capacitor ?

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Capacitance and its Calculation, Dielectric, Dipoles and Dielectric Absorption

Dielectric Constant and its Effects on the Properties of a Capacitor

DCL Leakage Current Characteristics of Capacitors

Insulation Resistance, DCL Leakage Current and Breakdown Voltage

Capacitor Losses (ESR, IMP, DF, Q), Series or Parallel Eq. Circuit ?

ESR Characteristics of Capacitors

Effects of ESL on Capacitor Performance

Capacitor Energy Content and Force

Capacitor Energy Density and Power Density

Capacitors Derating and Category Concepts

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Ripple Current and its Effects on the Performance of Capacitors

Capacitor Technologies Overview

Electrostatic Capacitors

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Film and Foil Organic Dielectric Capacitors

Silicon and Silicon Wafer Based Integrated Capacitors

Glass, MICA, Air and Vacuum Capacitors

Electrolytic Capacitors

Aluminum Electrolytic Capacitors

Tantalum and Niobium Capacitors

Supercapacitors

Variable Capacitors, Varactors and Trimmers

Introduction to Power Factor Correction PFC Capacitors and Circuits

Selection of Capacitors for DC/DC Converters

Failure Analysis of Capacitors and Inductors

Supercapacitor Balancing Methods Comparison

Capacitor Charging Losses Explained

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What is a Dielectric Constant and DF of Plastic Materials?

DCL Leakage Current Characteristics of Capacitors

MLCC and Ceramic Capacitors

Dielectric Constant and its Effects on the Properties of a Capacitor

Capacitor Losses (ESR, IMP, DF, Q), Series or Parallel Eq. Circuit ?

Capacitor Symbols

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What is the Difference Between X8G, X8L and X8R Ceramic Capacitor Dielectrics?

MLCC Case Sizes Standards Explained

RC Snubber Design for SMPS Protection

The Basics & Benefits of Tantalum vs Ceramic Capacitors

How to Calculate Supercapacitors for Energy Back Up Applications

Choosing Capacitors for Crossover Audio Circuits

Snubber Capacitors Functionality and Selection Guide

Shelf Life and Storage of Capacitors

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Capacitors

Understanding Switched Capacitor Converters

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Water Cooled Polypropylene Capacitors

Input Capacitance and Input Charge of MOSFET Gates

DC BIAS Voltage Dependence of Ferroelectric Class 2 MLCC Multilayer Ceramic Capacitors

How to Implement Protection and Power Management ICs for Supercapacitors

Aging of Class II MLCC Ceramic Capacitors; Video Presentation

Simulation Model of MLCC Ceramic Capacitors

Interview with Phil Lessner, YAGEO CTO about Smoltek CNF-MIM and Capacitors Future

Capacitor Technology Fundamentals; WE Webinar

Safety Film Capacitors in Isolated Power Supplies

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What is a Resistor ?

Resistor Symbols

Resistivity, Thermal Resistance and TCR Temperature Coefficient

VCR Voltage Coefficient of Resistance Explained

Resistors Pulse Load, Power and Voltage Derating

Resistor Voltage and Frequency Dependence

Resistors Noise and Corrosion

Resistor Types, Construction and Features

Wirewound Resistors

Thin Film, Foil, Metal Oxide, Thick Film and Carbon Resistors

MELF, SMD Resistors and Resistor Network

Potentiometers, Encoder, Rheostats and Trimmers

Non-Linear Resistors: Thermistors, Varistors, Memristors

Overcoming the Challenges of Using Sub-Milliohm SMD Current Sense Chip Resistors

Designing with High Voltage Resistors: 10 Top Tips for Success

Sulphur-Resistant Film Resistors

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Non-Linear Resistors: Thermistors, Varistors, Memristors

Resistivity, Thermal Resistance and TCR Temperature Coefficient

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Resistors Pulse Load, Power and Voltage Derating

Diode RC Snubber Explained

Resistor Types, Construction and Features

PTC Current Limiting Protection Device Design With LTspice

SMD Surface Mount Chip Resistor Selection Guide

Thermistor-Based Temperature Sensing System Explained

Fusible Resistors vs Fuses Key Differences Explained

Potentiometers, Encoder, Rheostats and Trimmers

MELF, SMD Resistors and Resistor Network

NTC/PTC Thermistors LTSpice Simulation; Vishay Video Part I

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VPG Demonstrates Precision Resistor in Cryogenic Conditions

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Comparison Testing of Chip Resistor Technologies Under High Vibration

MOSFET Gate Drive Resistors Power Losses

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NTC Thermistors Modeling

Vishay Webinar: Components Selection for Solar Panel Systems

Understanding Basics of Current Sense Resistors

LTspice Simulation of a Spark-Gap Circuit Protection Surge Arrester

Printed Resistors in a High Performance PCB System

Thermistors LTSpice Simulation in Thermostat Temperature Control Applications

Resistors and Thermistors for EVs; Vishay Webinar

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What is an Inductor ?

Inductor and Transformer Symbols

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Magnetic Induction, Magnetic Flux and Faraday’s Law

Core Materials, Permeability and Their Losses

Inductance, Impedance, Q Factor and DCR Losses

Solenoids and Transformers

Understanding Inductors With Gapped Cores

Toroidal Inductors, Current Compensated Chokes, Common Mode Chokes and Beads

Transformer Calculation, Losses, Leakage Inductance and Applications

SMD Inductors

Selection of Storage Inductors for DC/DC Converters

Storage Chokes and Power Inductors

Variable Inductor Explained

Filters and RF Inductors

Failure Analysis of Capacitors and Inductors

Introduction to RFID Technology

Transformer Topologies in Power Converters

Transformer Testing, Parasitic Inductors/Capacitance & Lab traps

Inductance, AC Inductors and DC Inductors Explained in Video

Inductor Saturation Current Explained in Video

Skin and Proximity Losses as Key Impact Factors of Transformer and Inductor Winding Losses

High-Frequency Planar Magnetics

Understanding Flyback Transformer

Magnetic Core Losses and its Consequences

How Transformer Works

Current Sense Transformers for Switched-mode Power Supplies

How to Design LLC Transformer

Rogowski Coil Current Sensor Explained

Inductor Resonances and its Impact to EMI

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Inductors and RF Chokes Basics

Core Materials, Permeability and Their Losses

Transformer Calculation, Losses, Leakage Inductance and Applications

Equivalent Circuits and Simulation Models – Circuit Types

Solenoids, Contactors and Electromechanical Relays Explained

SMD Inductors

Linear Variable Differential Transformers LVDTs Explained

Inductance, Impedance, Q Factor and DCR Losses

A Guide to Understanding Common Mode Choke

Physical Transformer Modelling in LTSpice

TDK Explains Soft Termination on Capacitors, Inductors, and Chip Beads for Automotive

Failure Analysis of Capacitors and Inductors

How to Use a Ferrite Bead in Your Design to Reduce EMI

Optimizing Class-D Audio Amplifier Output Filters

High Frequency Helmholtz Coils Generates Magnetic Field

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Inductors

Coupled Inductors Circuit Model and Examples of its Applications

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Inductor Resonances and its Impact to EMI

How to design a 60W Flyback Transformer

Modeling and Simulation of Leakage Inductance

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Coupled Inductors in Multiphase Boost Converters

Modified Magnetic Reluctance Equivalent Circuit and its Implications

Rogowski Coil Current Sensor Explained

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EV Wireless Charging Insight

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Filter Basics

Input filters for DC/DC converters

What Electronics Engineer Needs to Know About Passive Low Pass Filters

An Introduction to Insertion Loss and Filter Capacitor Performance

Introduction to EMI Filtering

How to Pass Conducted Emissions Using Line Filters; WE Webinar

Basic Filter Circuits Explained

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Five Key Filter Specifications

Filter Q Factor Explained

Filter Bandwidth Explained

Ceramic Coaxial Resonator Filters Basics

Filter Poles and Zeros Explained

Lumped Element L-C Filters Design and Characteristics

What Filter S-Parameters Are Good For

Cavity Resonator Filters Basics

How Microstrip Filters Work

What is X2Y Bypass Capacitor and What is it Good For?

Filter Shape Factor and Selectivity

AC Line Filter Calculation, Design and LT Spice Simulation

Improving Common Mode Noise Reduction while Decreasing BOM

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Waveguides and Transmission Lines Explained

Feedthrough Capacitors Technology and Applications

REDEXPERT EMI Filter Designer: The behavior of the filter is simulated; Image source: Würth Elektronik

Würth Elektronik Add Free EMI Filter Design Simulation Tool to REDEXPERT

An Introduction to Insertion Loss and Filter Capacitor Performance

Decoupling and Filtering Capacitors Guideline

Filter Bandwidth Explained

What Filter S-Parameters Are Good For

Ceramic Feedthrough Filters Explained

EMC CL and LC Filters Comparison

Active vs Passive EMI filtering

EMI Filter Cost Effective Solution for Brush DC Motor EMC Requirements

Basic Filter Circuits Explained

Inductor Selection Guide for BMS Battery Management System

AC Line Filters and Insertion Loss Explained

EMI Filters Selection Guide

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EMI/EMC

How to Fix Power Supply EMC Issues

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AC Line Filter Calculation, Design and LT Spice Simulation

Power Flow Considerations in Power Filters

BJT Filters and Capacitance Multipliers

EMI Filter Online Calculation and Selection Guideline with REDEXPERT Designer; WE Webinar

Addressing EMC Issues; Texas Instruments and Würth Elektronik Webinar

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EMC Filters Explained – from Component to Design; WE Webinar

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Crystal & Oscillator Basics

Crystals and Oscillators Explained; WE Webinar

Platform Structure Clock Oscillators

Practical Measurement of Crystal Circuits

Oscillators Integration, Selection Guide and Design In

How Clock Oscillator Works

How Capacitor Selection Affects Crystal Accuracy

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How Capacitor Selection Affects Crystal Accuracy

Properties and Characteristics of Crystal Units

High-Precision TCXOs for 5G Base Stations

Practical Measurement of Crystal Circuits

Quartz Crystals and Oscillators Explained; Würth Elektronik Webinar

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Protection Fundamentals

Over-Voltage and Over-Current Protection Explained

Circuit Protection Component Types

ESD Electrostatic Discharge Protection by TVS Diode

Overvoltage Protection Selection Guidelines: TVS Diodes, MOVs, and ESD MOV Varistors

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Fuse Characteristics and Features

Fuse Selection Guidelines

Fuse Classes and Standards

Primary Fuse Protection Against Overvoltage Events

How Fuses and Circuit Breakers Works Based on Critical I2t

Varistors

Varistors Basics

Varistor Selection Guideline

MLV Varistors vs TVS Diode Benefits in Automotive Applications

How to Use Varistors as ESD/Surge Protection Devices

Chip Varistors Applications for ESD Countermeasures

Thermistors

Thermistors Basics

NTC Thermistors Modeling

How to Use NTC Thermistors for Inrush Current Limiting

PTC Thermistors Applications

Thermistor-Based Temperature Sensing System Explained

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Over-Voltage and Over-Current Protection Explained

How to Use Varistors as ESD/Surge Protection Devices

How to Use NTC Thermistors for Inrush Current Limiting

MLV Varistors vs TVS Diode Benefits in Automotive Applications

LTspice Simulation of a Spark-Gap Circuit Protection Surge Arrester

Thermistor-Based Temperature Sensing System Optimization and Evaluation

Materials Prices for Passives on Rise, Supply Chain Update for December 2022

Fuse Classes and Standards

Thermistors Basics

Resistor Technology Selection Guide

Varistor Selection Guideline

PTC Thermistors Applications

Varistors Basics

Fuse Selection Guidelines

Combined current control by NTC and PTC thermistors

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Basic Principles

EMI Shielding Considerations with Connectors

Electromagnetic Housing Shielding and Its Effectiveness

Parameters of Shielding Attenuation

Influence of Shielding Materials on Shielding Effectiveness

Electromagnetic Emissions Leakage in Enclosures

Housing EMC Requirements, Issues and Solutions

Corrosion its Development and Prevention

Shielding Components

Magnetic Shielding and Magnetic Shielding Sheets

Shielding Cabinets

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EMI Filtering: How to Suppress Triacs EMI and RFI Noise

EMC Filtering of a USB 2.0 Port

Input filters for DC/DC converters

Use LT SPICE to analyze input filters

EMI Suppression Shields: Understanding the Basics

What is X2Y Bypass Capacitor and What is it Good For?

EMC ferrite equivalent circuits

EMC Simulation with LTSPICE; Würth Elektronik Webinar

Addressing EMI Challenges in EVs with GaN-based OBCs

Common-mode Choke Parameters Explained; WE Webinar

How a Bypass Capacitor Can Effectively Reduce Circuit Noise

What Are EMI Filters?

3-terminal Capacitor Benefits to Suppress EMI Noise

Passive Components Selection Guide for Solar Inverters

How to Design EMC Efficient Power Converter; WE Webinar

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How PCB is Made

High Density Interconnect Support PCB Miniaturization

Rigid Flexible PCBs Construction

PCB Shielding, A Practical Approach

Rigid Flexible PCB Production Internal Flex Layers

High Density Interconnect PCBs

Thermal Management of High Performance PCB System

PCBs Explained for Beginners

BASIC PCB Design Rules – Layout

PCB Via Design Selection; Plugging-Filling-Tenting

Microwave Multi Line Connectors Mounting and Handling Precautions

Antenna Matching on PCB

How Does Your PCB Layout Influence the Costs in PCB Manufacturing?

Correlation between Calculation & Practice for Simple TOP-to-BOTTOM PCB Heat Dissipation

PCBs Mini, Micro and Microvia; Würth Elektronik Webinar

Miniaturization of PCBs with Embedded Active and Passive Components; WE Webinar

How to Process Through-Hole Components by Reflow Assembly

Basic PCB Technology Overview

RF PCB Connector Impedance Matching and Dynamics

Designing and Testing HDI PCBs for Harsh Environments

EMC with Electromechanical Inter-Connections

EMI Shielding Challenges

Die and Wire PCB Bonding Explained

How to Determine Chip Temperature

IPC Class 2 vs Class 3 Solder Joints Requirements Explained

Multi-Connectors Mating

Passive Components Mounting Tips & Tricks

Soldering, PCB Handling and Rework Component Guidelines

PCB Board Component Layout and Handling

Common Component Soldering Process Issues

Board Mounting Techniques

Popular PCB Inter-Connect Posts

PCB Interconnection

IPC Class 2 vs Class 3 Solder Joints Requirements Explained

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Soldering, PCB Handling and Rework Component Guidelines

Applications e-Blog

PCB Board Component Layout and Handling

Applications e-Blog

Common Component Soldering Process Issues

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How to Determine Chip Temperature

How to Process Through-Hole Components by Reflow Assembly

PCB Interconnection

Die and Wire PCB Bonding Explained

PCB Shielding, A Practical Approach

Applications e-Blog

Board Mounting Techniques

inter-connect news

Multi-Connectors Mating

PCB Interconnection

How PCB is Made

RF PCB Connector Impedance Matching and Dynamics

BASIC PCB Design Rules – Layout

Miniaturization of PCBs with Embedded Active and Passive Components; WE Webinar

Thermal Management of High Performance PCB System

High Density Interconnect PCBs

Antenna Matching on PCB

Rigid Flexible PCB Production Internal Flex Layers

PCB interconnect news

High Density Interconnect Support PCB Miniaturization

EMC with Electromechanical Inter-Connections

PCBs Mini, Micro and Microvia; Würth Elektronik Webinar

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Basic Principles of Connectors

Basic Principles of Connectors

Connector Structure

The Contact Interface and Contact Physics

High Inrush Current and Derating of Connectors

Six Essential Tips To Select The Right Connector

How Much Gold is Needed for Connector Plating

Connector Inrush Current Explained

How to Make a Good Electrical Contact for Inter-Connection

Copper Alloy Metallurgy and Processing

Connector Materials and Processes

EMI Shielding Considerations with Connectors

Polymer Materials and Processing

Board to Board Connectors

Multi-Connectors Mating

Six Essential Tips To Select The Right Connector

PCB Shielding, A Practical Approach

Board-to-Board Connectors

Connector Designs

Noble Contact Finishes

Connector Housings Overview

Material Selection

Housing Design

Connector Testing Introduction

Definitions

Generic Test Plan

Test Explanations: Connector Resistance

Test Explanations: Exposures

Test Explanations: Mechanical Conditioning

Test Explanations: Vibration

Test Explanations: Corrosion

Levels of Interconnection

Connector Applications

Signal Applications

Power Applications

Current Rating

Connector Inrush Current Explained

Connector Temperature and Current Ratings Challenges

Connector Temperature Rise and Derating

Creepage and Clearance of Connector

10 Tips for Ensuring Reliability of Discrete Wire Assemblies

Non-Magnetic Interconnects

Connector Types

Sockets and Chip Carriers

Board-to-Board Connectors

Wire-to-Wire and Wire-to-Board Connectors

I/O Connectors

D-Sub Connectors

USB 3.0 Connectors – The Gate to High Speed

USB 3.0 Connectors – Architecture, Protocol and Power Management

USB 3.0 vs. Other High Speed Protocols

USB 3.0 Connectors

USB 3.0 Connectors – Conclusion

USB 3.1 Connectors – The Gate to Super Speed +

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Modular Jacks (MJ)/Registered Jacks (RJ)

Cable Spec and Wiring

LAN Network

Power Over Ethernet (PoE) and PoE+

What is RF Connector

THR Technology

THR (Through Hole Reflow) Technology: Introduction & History:

Housing Considerations

Contact Considerations

Component Lead Terminations

The THR Manufacturing Process

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Solder Paste Volume

Solder Paste Application

Pin Geometry

Component Insertion

Solder Reflow Practice

Soldering Quality

Contact Springs

Contact Springs

Separable Interface Requirements

Contact Spring Requirements

Separable Connections and Contact Force Optimization

Contact Force and Mating Wear/Durability

Contact Force and Mating Mechanics

Contact Normal Force Parameters

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Permanent Connections to Wire and Cable

Crimped Connections

Insulation Displacement Connections

Permanent Connections to Printed Circuit Boards

Printed Circuit Boards

Compliant Press-in Technololgy

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Connector Design/Selection/Assembly

Noble and Non-Noble Metal Finishes

Contact Finish Degradation Mechanisms

Noble Metal Finish Degradation Mechanisms

Nickel Underplates and Noble Metal Finish Wear

Non-Noble Finish Degradation Mechanisms

Fretting Degradation Mechanisms

Nickel Degradation Mechanisms

Silver Degradation Mechanisms

Contact Finish Lubricants

Contact Finish Selection

Non-noble Finishes

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Crimped Connections

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Die and Wire PCB Bonding Explained

Permanent Connections to Wire and Cable

Solder Paste Volume

Insulation Displacement Connections

How to Process Through-Hole Components by Reflow Assembly

Contact Force and Mating Mechanics

10 Tips for Ensuring Reliability of Discrete Wire Assemblies

Connector Housings Overview

RF PCB Connector Impedance Matching and Dynamics

Test Explanations: Connector Resistance

Polymer Materials and Processing

The Contact Interface and Contact Physics

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Capacitance Definition of Non-Linear Voltage Dependent Capacitors

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Coupled Inductors Circuit Model and Examples of its Applications

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Causes of Oscillations in Flyback Converters

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Modeling and Simulation of Leakage Inductance

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Coupled Inductors in Multiphase Boost Converters

Inductors

Imaginary Permeability Explained

Resistors

MOSFET Gate Drive Resistors Power Losses

Inductors

Magnetic Bypass Element Explained

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Modified Magnetic Reluctance Equivalent Circuit and its Implications

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Miller Capacitance Explained

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