Test Results
An Oscilloscope was used in order to see the output waveforms of the circuit.
Four tests were run:
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Input Power Measurement
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Switching Loss Measurement
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Output Power Measurement
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Output Ripple Analysis
Below we can see snippets from the oscilloscope for the tests run:
Above we can see the snippets from running the input power measurement test and the switching loss measurement test. Switching Loss Measurement testing is needed in order to see how much energy is lost throughout the circuit. Energy is lost primarily when the transistor is turned on and off. With this switching being the main component, it is essential that there isn't too much energy loss.
Above we can see the snippets from the output ripple analysis test. This test is used to measure the quality of voltage regulation and noise sources. Noise within the circuit affects the validity of the digital signal and therefore needs to be evaluated.