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PI Expert Planar Magnetics Design Step-by-Step Ep. 5: Exporting Planar Transformer Gerber Files
This overview explains how to export completed planar transformer designs from PI Expert's Magnetics Designer tool for PCB fabrication. Users can generate Gerber files as either a single set, where...
PI Expert Planar Magnetics Design Step-by-Step Ep. 4: Optimizing PCB Dimensions and Pin Placement
This overview covers the final step in the planar transformer design process using PI Expert's Magnetics Designer tool. After defining the stack-up and winding parameters, users can optimize the transformer’s...
PI Expert Planar Magnetics Design Step-by-Step Ep. 3: Configuring Winding, Via, and Pin Parameters
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BWSC 2025 - aCentauri Car Convoy Explained
Driving a solar-power race car 3,000 km through the Australian Outback is hardly a one car job. Two aCentauri Solar Racing members explain the fully equipped car convoy deployed for the Bridgestone World Solar Challenge.
The team's Silvretta solar race car incorporates a DC-DC converter featuring PowiGaN-based InnoSwitch3-AQ switcher IC, provided by Power Integrations. It achieves 95% efficiency across both light and full loads with a broad output range of 5 to 60 W.
Solar car race teams around the world can get a reference design kit based on this converter by registering here.
Follow our coverage of the race on Mr. Green's Blog and #PowiGaNVan on social media.
