PSPICE-based simulation setup for genetic algorithm-aided design of power converters

In this paper we propose a PSPICE-based setup for genetic algorithm-aided design of power converters. This approach aims at providing the possibility of taking into account various criteria (electrical and non-electrical) to improve the design, taking full benefit both of the power of evolutionary computation and the complexity and versatility offered by PSPICE simulation environment The simulation setup built around the PSPICE kernel is described. A case study dealing with the GA design of rectifiers with near sinusoidal input current is commented.