Power Tech https://PowerTech.podbean.com Let’s talk about Power Supplies and Power Conversion Wed, 05 Jun 2024 15:02:00 +0100 https://podbean.com/?v=5.5 en Copyright 2023 All rights reserved. Education 1440 serial Mo Mo No false https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/15888927/fortec_logo_colour.png Power Tech https://PowerTech.podbean.com 144 144 001 - What is a power converter, and what’s inside? 001 - What is a power converter, and what’s inside? https://PowerTech.podbean.com/e/001-what-is-a-power-converter-and-what-s-inside/ https://PowerTech.podbean.com/e/001-what-is-a-power-converter-and-what-s-inside/#comments Tue, 07 Feb 2023 14:20:09 +0000 PowerTech.podbean.com/49889a36-7916-3f24-a412-f101250576c8 Introducing power converters!

A 5 minute episode explaining what they are, and what makes them work.

]]> Introducing power converters!

A 5 minute episode explaining what they are, and what makes them work.

]]> Mo false No 333 1 1 full 002 - What should you consider when selecting a power supply, and what is EMC? 002 - What should you consider when selecting a power supply, and what is EMC? https://PowerTech.podbean.com/e/002-what-should-you-consider-when-selecting-a-power-supply-and-what-is-emc/ https://PowerTech.podbean.com/e/002-what-should-you-consider-when-selecting-a-power-supply-and-what-is-emc/#comments Tue, 14 Feb 2023 08:33:42 +0000 PowerTech.podbean.com/b21a4351-fa42-314e-82d5-b9cde314c41d In this weeks episode we look into the main power supply specs, why they're important, and we also look at EMC. 

]]> In this weeks episode we look into the main power supply specs, why they're important, and we also look at EMC. 

]]> In this weeks episode we look into the main power supply specs, why they’re important, and we also look at EMC. Mo false No 299 1 2 full 003 - An introduction into Control 003 - An introduction into Control https://PowerTech.podbean.com/e/003-an-introduction-into-control/ https://PowerTech.podbean.com/e/003-an-introduction-into-control/#comments Fri, 24 Feb 2023 11:28:43 +0000 PowerTech.podbean.com/f6380dfe-879b-3646-97ce-ad7a7ca8eef7 In this episode we explore what control is and how it's implemented in the context of power supplies.

]]> In this episode we explore what control is and how it's implemented in the context of power supplies.

]]> Mo false No 327 3 full 004 - Noise in Linear and Switch Mode Power Supplies 004 - Noise in Linear and Switch Mode Power Supplies https://PowerTech.podbean.com/e/004-noise-in-linear-and-switch-mode-power-supplies/ https://PowerTech.podbean.com/e/004-noise-in-linear-and-switch-mode-power-supplies/#comments Tue, 28 Feb 2023 10:09:54 +0000 PowerTech.podbean.com/8d50e645-f221-3cfe-87da-2426985108c7 In this episode of Power Tech we look at what noise is and why it's an issue. We also take a quick look at mitigation techniques, different types of power supplies and their application in the context of noise. 

]]> In this episode of Power Tech we look at what noise is and why it's an issue. We also take a quick look at mitigation techniques, different types of power supplies and their application in the context of noise. 

]]> Mo false No 208 4 full 005 - Why is EMI a problem? 005 - Why is EMI a problem? https://PowerTech.podbean.com/e/why-is-emi-a-problem/ https://PowerTech.podbean.com/e/why-is-emi-a-problem/#comments Tue, 07 Mar 2023 10:32:07 +0000 PowerTech.podbean.com/e4459081-1a05-38da-bd56-d38bf1698bdf In this episode of Power Tech we look at EMI/EMC and the various filtering options available.

]]> In this episode of Power Tech we look at EMI/EMC and the various filtering options available.

]]> Mo false No 258 5 full 006 - Compliance and Standards in Power Supplies 006 - Compliance and Standards in Power Supplies https://PowerTech.podbean.com/e/006-compliance-and-standards-in-power-supplies/ https://PowerTech.podbean.com/e/006-compliance-and-standards-in-power-supplies/#comments Tue, 14 Mar 2023 08:22:44 +0000 PowerTech.podbean.com/29c429fe-0979-347d-830b-c70e997e74d1 In this episode of Power Tech we look at why compliance is important in the world of power supplies, and how it protects both the consumer and manufacturers.  

]]> In this episode of Power Tech we look at why compliance is important in the world of power supplies, and how it protects both the consumer and manufacturers.  

]]> Mo false No 330 6 full 007 - Protection Features in a Power Supply 007 - Protection Features in a Power Supply https://PowerTech.podbean.com/e/007-protection-features-in-a-power-supply/ https://PowerTech.podbean.com/e/007-protection-features-in-a-power-supply/#comments Mon, 24 Apr 2023 13:08:54 +0100 PowerTech.podbean.com/c7fc77bc-e89f-3f32-95a3-cb19281eb8b8 In this weeks episode, we look at protection features found in power supplies. This article also covers the same topic, check it out on the following link: https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/overview-common-protection-features-found-modern-mo-al-akayshee/?trackingId=PSxP285iQN%2BtRnSWZEIu6A%3D%3D

 

]]> In this weeks episode, we look at protection features found in power supplies. This article also covers the same topic, check it out on the following link: https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/overview-common-protection-features-found-modern-mo-al-akayshee/?trackingId=PSxP285iQN%2BtRnSWZEIu6A%3D%3D

 

]]> Mo false No 249 7 full 008 - Power Supplies in UPS and Battery Charging Systems 008 - Power Supplies in UPS and Battery Charging Systems https://PowerTech.podbean.com/e/008-power-supplies-in-ups-and-battery-charging-systems/ https://PowerTech.podbean.com/e/008-power-supplies-in-ups-and-battery-charging-systems/#comments Thu, 04 May 2023 11:31:24 +0100 PowerTech.podbean.com/8164ff1c-2fc7-3726-803a-8b44a514ab99 We're back this week with our latest episode! We take a look at UPS and battery charging systems, where they're used and what role a power supply plays in these systems. 

]]> We're back this week with our latest episode! We take a look at UPS and battery charging systems, where they're used and what role a power supply plays in these systems. 

]]> Mo false No 256 8 full 009 - What is MIL-STD-1275E, and why is being used outside the defense sector? 009 - What is MIL-STD-1275E, and why is being used outside the defense sector? https://PowerTech.podbean.com/e/009-what-is-mil-std-1275e-and-why-is-being-used-outside-the-defense-sector/ https://PowerTech.podbean.com/e/009-what-is-mil-std-1275e-and-why-is-being-used-outside-the-defense-sector/#comments Thu, 11 May 2023 11:45:56 +0100 PowerTech.podbean.com/e30ae302-0018-3b5b-84d0-fdada4f87bdc In this weeks episode, we expand on our latest article and further explore MIL-STD-1275E.

]]> In this weeks episode, we expand on our latest article and further explore MIL-STD-1275E.

]]> Mo false No 290 9 full 010 - Power Supplies in Medical Applications 010 - Power Supplies in Medical Applications https://PowerTech.podbean.com/e/010-power-supplies-in-medical-applications/ https://PowerTech.podbean.com/e/010-power-supplies-in-medical-applications/#comments Tue, 04 Jul 2023 09:24:49 +0100 PowerTech.podbean.com/802b293e-9783-3fd3-bbfe-f00a33fdc386 Today we will be exploring the critical role that power supplies play in medical devices. 

]]> Today we will be exploring the critical role that power supplies play in medical devices. 

]]> Mo false No 302 10 full 011 - The Green Thumb Chronicles 011 - The Green Thumb Chronicles https://PowerTech.podbean.com/e/011-the-green-thumb-chronicles/ https://PowerTech.podbean.com/e/011-the-green-thumb-chronicles/#comments Thu, 20 Jul 2023 16:10:21 +0100 PowerTech.podbean.com/e5cd01a6-b749-3f53-9d9a-1ca4eb4291ba In today's episode we explore the role of power suppliers and LED drivers in horticulture. 

]]> In today's episode we explore the role of power suppliers and LED drivers in horticulture. 

]]> Mo false No 301 11 full 012 - Operating in the shadows: Military Power Supplies 012 - Operating in the shadows: Military Power Supplies https://PowerTech.podbean.com/e/012-operating-in-the-shadows-military-power-supplies/ https://PowerTech.podbean.com/e/012-operating-in-the-shadows-military-power-supplies/#comments Thu, 10 Aug 2023 08:33:45 +0100 PowerTech.podbean.com/f0bc421c-8f51-3e34-a50b-0d6ffc9fe8df In today's episode we'll explore the vital role of power supplies in military applications

]]> In today's episode we'll explore the vital role of power supplies in military applications

]]> Mo false No 257 12 full 013 - The importance of low load efficiency and the cutting edge solution from Pulsiv 013 - The importance of low load efficiency and the cutting edge solution from Pulsiv https://PowerTech.podbean.com/e/013-the-importance-of-low-load-efficiency-and-the-cutting-edge-solution-from-pulsiv/ https://PowerTech.podbean.com/e/013-the-importance-of-low-load-efficiency-and-the-cutting-edge-solution-from-pulsiv/#comments Thu, 21 Sep 2023 11:21:56 +0100 PowerTech.podbean.com/b6cf4662-91d9-3142-be05-73e4a47b441f In today's episode we are joined by Dr. Zaki Ahmed the creator of Pulsiv's intellectual property. Pulsiv's innovative solution improves low load efficiency, and extends the range of flyback designs.

 

The reference designs for the Pulsiv OSMIUM technology are available here.

]]> In today's episode we are joined by Dr. Zaki Ahmed the creator of Pulsiv's intellectual property. Pulsiv's innovative solution improves low load efficiency, and extends the range of flyback designs.

 

The reference designs for the Pulsiv OSMIUM technology are available here.

]]> Mo false No 1314 13 full 014 - Navigating the Tracks: What's are the challenges for a power supply in rail applications 014 - Navigating the Tracks: What's are the challenges for a power supply in rail applications https://PowerTech.podbean.com/e/014-navigating-the-tracks-whats-challenging-about-rail-for-a-power-supply/ https://PowerTech.podbean.com/e/014-navigating-the-tracks-whats-challenging-about-rail-for-a-power-supply/#comments Tue, 02 Apr 2024 17:39:02 +0100 PowerTech.podbean.com/df417292-9e76-36ba-aeeb-7cce560a698d Tune in as we explore the topics below!

  • Where are Power Supplies used on board and trackside
  • Why are trains challenging
  • Interesting projects we've worked on
  • EN50155 and why it's significant
]]> Tune in as we explore the topics below!

  • Where are Power Supplies used on board and trackside
  • Why are trains challenging
  • Interesting projects we've worked on
  • EN50155 and why it's significant
]]> Mo false No 298 14 full 015 Factory downtime and reliable power supplies 015 Factory downtime and reliable power supplies https://PowerTech.podbean.com/e/015-factory-downtime-and-reliable-power-supplies/ https://PowerTech.podbean.com/e/015-factory-downtime-and-reliable-power-supplies/#comments Wed, 05 Jun 2024 15:02:00 +0100 PowerTech.podbean.com/3e8219ba-7e3f-32ec-a312-5f518ef75b9a This week we explore the costly affair of downtime, and how high reliability power supplies can mitigate it. We also look at what makes a power supply reliable. 

]]> This week we explore the costly affair of downtime, and how high reliability power supplies can mitigate it. We also look at what makes a power supply reliable. 

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