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In wireless base stations, the power amplifier dominates the performance in terms of power dissipation, linearity, efficiency, and cost. Monitoring and controlling the PA makes it possible to maximize the output power while achieving optimum linearity and efficiency. This article discusses the elements of a monitoring-and-control solution for the PA using discrete components—and describes an integrated solution.
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High-frequency common mode exists everywhere. When people are working, high-frequency trash is being generated. Its presence may be recognized by the mysterious errors it generates, but these errors are frequently blamed on thermal effects that almost never exist. Even transducers and their excitation supplies are subject to this error source.
Easy-to-use inductive cooking surfaces (hobs) are significantly safer, without flames or other direct heat sources on the hob. They have better overall performance, including faster heating time, and are gaining acceptance by consumers as they are becoming more affordable. Designing the circuitry that drives the inductive plate to heat metal pots requires an understanding of a wide variety of physical principles and techniques.
