8:00 - 9:00	Registration and welcome coffee
9:00-9:50	SMPS topologies and tips and tricks – Analog Devices
9:50 - 10:45	Filtering considerations for DC/DC converters – Würth Elektronik
10:45 - 11:10	Break
11:10 - 12:00	Art of Loop Compensation – Würth Elektronik
12:00 - 13:00	Lunch
13:00 - 13:50	LTspice examples – Analog Devices
13:50 - 14:45	Smart selection of inductors and capacitors – Würth Elektronik
14:45 - 15:10	Break
15:10 - 16:00	PCB board layout optimization – Analog Devices

Information:

Analog Devices:

SMPS Topologies and Tips and Tricks
Many different usual and unusual switch-mode power supply topologies are introduced, and their specific characteristics are discussed. This includes tips and tricks on reducing EMI, expected conversion efficiencies, and other considerations when selecting and designing one of the many different topologies.

Würth Elektronik:

Filtering considerations for DC/DC converters
Effective filtering in DC/DC converters is crucial for reducing electromagnetic interference (EMI) and ensuring stable operation. By identifying noise paths and coupling mechanisms, designers can implement strategies to minimize noise generation and propagation. Simulation tools like REDEXPERT play a vital role in predicting noise behavior and validating filter designs. REDEXPERT provides a user- friendly interface for selecting and optimizing filter components. By carefully designing input and output filters and selecting appropriate inductors and capacitors, engineers can achieve regulatory compliance and enhance converter performance.

Würth Elektronik:

Art of loop compensation
Loop compensation is crucial in SMPS design for stable and responsive operation. A brief overview of loop compensation principles covers feedback loop design, phase margin, and gain margin. Accurate control loop modeling predicts system response to load and input changes. Selecting output capacitors and their equivalent series resistance (ESR) is vital for loop stability. Tools like REDEXPERT help choose the right components for desired performance. Effective loop compensation techniques lead to robust and reliable power supplies.

Analog Devices:

LTspice Examples
This session will introduce new features in LTspice24. Examples of loop stability simulation with LTspice and LTpowerCAD are discussed. An example of how to perform a Monte Carlo tolerance analysis with LTspice is given. Last but not least, the simulation of power switch power losses versus driver strength is shown.

Würth Elektronik:

Smart Selection of Inductors and Capacitors
Choosing the right inductors and capacitors is essential for optimizing the performance and reliability of SMPS designs. Power inductor selection involves understanding key parameters such as rated current, saturation current, and DC resistance. Accurate modeling of inductors helps in predicting their behavior under various operating conditions. Similarly, selecting capacitors requires consideration of factors like capacitance value, voltage rating, and aging effects. Using tools like REDEXPERT, designers can make informed choices, balancing performance, cost, and reliability. Smart component selection enhances the efficiency, stability, and longevity of the power supply.

Analog Devices:

PCB Board Layout Optimization
Printed circuit board layout is a critical component of a power supply. Various important rules for generating a good board layout will be discussed. These include grounding, magnetic self-shielding, noise coupling mechanisms, and many more.