In this compact one-day seminar you learn new state of the art methods and procedures to characterize, simulate and measure the performance of analog and digital power supplies as well as distributed power systems.

Characterizing and troubleshooting distributed power systems (by Steven. M. Sandler, Picotest)
This session addresses some of the common distributed power system issues and how to perform high fidelity in-system measurements, using three domains to identify and troubleshoot problems utilizing non-invasive testing methods. Impedance measurement, the key to assessing and optimizing PDNs (Power Distribution Networks) is explored in-depth. We will show how to determine and interpret the stability margin of control loops, as well as filter/converter combinations using non-invasive single port and two port measurements.

Digital Power De-Mystified from DC/DC to Digital PFC (by Dr. Ali Shirsavar, Biricha Digital)
This session aims to inform the participants of the real engineering benefi ts as well as the practical challenges of digital power thus enabling them to choose the most suitable power management solution for their application. We will present numerous real life examples and a case study on Digital PFC (Power Factor Correction). The session concludes with a live demonstration of an auto-tuning stable digital DC/DC converter.

SMPS Bode Analysis Using LTspice (by Bostjan Bitenc - Linear Technologies)
In this session we show how a frequency domain simulation of a SMPS can be obtained from transient
simulation data. A special focus will be laid on methods to assess the correctness of the simulation results. The session closes with practical demonstrations and the comparison of simulation examples with real world measurements.

Live hands-on workshop
In small groups you will get the chance to gain practical experience by performing the new measurement methods introduced in the theoretical sessions.