Analog Power Supply Design Workshop
With Texas Instruments

Overview

This comprehensive, hands-on, laboratory-based analog power supply design workshop provides an in-depth look at the design of modern, stable and robust switch mode power supplies. Covering general principles of stable power supply design from DC/DC and PoL to bias supplies and isolated off-lines, this workshop is aimed at design engineers who need to design and/or troubleshoot modern high performance power supplies.

All attendees will receive a free trial license for Biricha’s Power Supply Design Software WDS and PFC Loop Design Software PLD*

The workshop begins from first principles and looks at the fundamentals of switching power supply design covering Bode plots and control theory. All theory is supported with numerous hands-on labs using popular controllers from TI and all attendees should leave the workshop feeling comfortable with stable compensator design for both voltage mode control and current mode control. In addition to Forward type topologies (e.g. Buck) and Flyback topologies (Flyback/DC-DC Boost/ Boost PFC) is also detailed study of opto-isolated and bias power supply design using industry standard optocouplers and programmable references such as TL-431.

The attendees work alone or in pairs at a workstation. We have a total of 10 workstations, so the total number of attendees is strictly limited to 20 engineers. ​Each workstation consists of an Omicron Lab Bode 100 Vector Network Analyzer, a laptop running Biricha design software, a SIGLENT SDS2302X oscilloscope and several isolated and non-isolated power supplies to design and test.

Agenda

​Day 1: Introduction PSU Design, Control Theory, Test and Measurement​

• Fundamentals of power supply design
• Understanding stability for all topologies , frequency response analysis and Bode plots 
• Power compensator design using standard voltage amplifiers as well as transconductance amplifiers
• Voltage mode control and step-by-step design for Forward type topologies such as Buck
• Hands-on labs including:
  • Stable and robust loop design for voltage mode PSU design
  • Measuring plant, compensator and control loop using a Bode 100 network analyzer
  • Assessing stability from the measured Bode plot 
  • Capacitor ESR measurement

Day 2: Peak Current Mode Control

• Peak current design step-by-step, including slope compensation for both Forward type and Flyback type topologies
• Dealing with sub-harmonic oscillations and right hand plane zeros
• Specifying power transformers for optimum performance
• Primary and secondary snubber and RCD clamp design and component selection
• Hands-on labs including:
  • Stable current mode PSU design on Forward/Flyback topologies
  • Current mode loop measurement and transient response tests
  • Measurement of isolation transformer parasitics and impedance
  • Output filter design and dealing with DC bias loss

Day 3: Isolated & Bias Supply Design

• Stable isolated PSU design and analysis
• Designing with optocouplers and programmable references (e.g. TL431)
• Closed loop opto-isolated compensator design for Type II and Type III compensators 
• Hands-on labs including:
  • Designing a stable opto-isolated PSUs on Forward/Flyback topologies
  • Designing and testing of real life opto-isolated compensators
  • Isolated PSU frequency response measurements
  • Isolated PSU stability analysis and transient response tests

Day 4:  DC/DC Boost and AC/DC Boost PFC Design Step-by-Step

• Continuous and discontinuous conduction mode DC/DC Boost topology design
• Power supply component selection and stresses
• Single Phase CCM Boost PFC topology operation & design
• Fundamentals of power delivery, power quality & PFC and EN-61000-3-2
• Step-by-step analog PFC control loop design (voltage loop and current loop and voltage feedforward filter)
• Hands-on labs including:
  • ​Step-by-step Analog PFC design and testing 
  • Stable voltage feed forward and voltage loop design and testing
  • Stable current loop design and testing

Workshop Logistics

The class runs from 9:00am – 5:30pm on Day 1 – 3.
The class runs from 9:00am – 12:00pm on Day 4 to allow for easy travel.
All attendees will work in pairs at a workstation. This means you may be paired up with someone else at a workstation if you have not registered in multiples of 2.

​​The price includes:

• One seat at the workshop
• Free 1 year license for Biricha’s Power Supply Design Software  Biricha’s WDS*
• Free 1 year license for Biricha’s PFC Loop Design Software PLD*
• ​Comprehensive lecture notes and detailed step-by-step lab manual
• Lunch and refreshments throughout each day

Workshop Locations

Montreal, Canada: We are located at the very heart of Montreal, within a few minutes walking distance of hotels, shops, restaurants, and coffee shops. You do not need a rental car for this location.

Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) connects the city to the world, with direct flights from major cities across North America and Europe. From the airport, downtown Montreal is just a 20-minute ride via taxi, Uber, or public transportation.

Known for its warm hospitality, vibrant atmosphere, and rich history, Montreal provides the perfect balance of professional development and cultural exploration. Please click here for full travel details, including how to get from the airport to our location and nearby hotels.

Freiham (Munich), Germany: The workshop venue is located at the state-of-the-art facilities of Würth Elektronik in a peaceful setting, perfect for focused learning. Attendees can extend their stay to enjoy the rich history and culture of Bavaria, one of Germany’s most picturesque regions.

Freiham is easily accessible by train, car, or air. The nearest airport is Munich International Airport (MUC), just a short drive or train ride away. There is a direct route from Munich Airport, and there are hotels, restaurants, and shops within walking distance of our venue. You do not need a rental car for this location. Please click here for full travel details, including how to get from the airport to our location and nearby hotels.

Audience

These workshops are designed for electronic engineers who:

• Need to learn how to design stable controllers for their power applications fast
• Need to understand power supply fundamentals, stability and design techniques
• Need to master voltage mode control and peak current mode control using both legacy and modern ICs
• Need to develop optocoupler isolated power supplies
• Need to gain in-depth knowledge of loop and impedance measurement for robust and stable PSU design

Prerequisites

The audience should have a degree in electrical/electronic engineering, computer science or equivalent.
These workshops are highly technical, intended for professional engineers and are not suitable for the general public without relevant qualifications.

Cancellation Policy

Workshops may be canceled if the minimum number of attendees (5) is not met 10 days before the scheduled date. In such cases, a full refund will be issued. The maximum number of participants is capped at 20. In the event of last-minute cancellations by Biricha due to unforeseen circumstances, the liability of Biricha and its partners is limited to a refund of course fees. No refunds will be issued for confirmed participants who do not attend the scheduled session. However, if you are unable to attend, you may transfer your registration to a colleague or reschedule for a future workshop.

Testimonials

Testimonials from Past Participants

• “The best power supply related training/seminar I’ve ever participated by far !!!”
• “The workshop touches very important topics in analog power supply design world. I would recommend the workshop to any power supply design engineer or researcher.”
• “Great Hands-on workshop with a good mix of theory and lab sessions. Very valuable for my daily work” 
• “I would recommend this workshop for every engineers who are involved in SMPS design. It’s worth every penny.”
• “Very good seminar! Interactive experience with valuable Hands-on”

• “Excellent workshop, very knowledgeable facilitator, good atmosphere, highly recommended”
• “Course content and pace were excellent. Room, service and location were very good. Cannot think of any improvements. Thank you!”
• “I enjoyed the course and would recommend it to others. The pace and content were good and it was very well presented. The facilities and environment were also good.”
• “The presenter did a really good job. The facility was very good, especially the coffee was great!​”
• ​“Practical, straightforward as all trainings should be.”
• “An excellent introduction to power supply design, covering both the theoretical principles and practical applications.”​​