Title :
Series of radiation-hardened, high efficiency converters for high voltage bus
Author_Institution :
TRW Inc., Redondo Beach, CA, USA
fDate :
10/1/2002 12:00:00 AM
Abstract :
A review of common switching techniques for dc/dc power conversion is presented. The evolution of the forward converter is discussed, leading naturally to the introduction of the double forward converter. Technical details for a series of radiation-hardened converters are then provided. This series was designed for space power management and distribution (PMAD) applications. The successful development of the PMAD converter demonstrated the viability of high voltage bus.
Keywords :
DC-DC power convertors; radiation hardening (electronics); space vehicle electronics; PMAD converter; dc/dc power conversion; double forward converter; forward converter; high efficiency converters; high voltage bus; radiation-hardened converters; space power management and distribution; switching techniques; Aerospace engineering; DC-DC power converters; Energy management; Filters; Power engineering and energy; Power system management; Space vehicles; Stress; Switching converters; Voltage;
Journal_Title :
Aerospace and Electronic Systems, IEEE Transactions on
DOI :
10.1109/TAES.2002.1145753
