1. Loss modeling and thermal measurement in planar inductors--a case study
- Author
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Imre, Tarik Gurhan, Cronje, Willem Abraham, van Wyk, Jacobus Daniel, and Ferreira, Jan Abraham
- Subjects
Inductors ,Finite element method -- Usage ,Temperature measurements -- Methods ,Electric power systems -- Electric losses ,Business ,Computers ,Electronics ,Electronics and electrical industries - Abstract
This paper covers the experimental investigation and theoretical calculation of losses in a planar inductor under load. Finite-element software is used to perform the loss calculations. Thermally controlled experiments are performed for a range of frequencies to validate the corresponding finite-element method loss calculations. The thermal dependence of the loss mechanisms is also considered. Index Terms--Finite-element method (FEM) calculations, loss analysis, loss measurement, planar inductor, thermal measurement.
- Published
- 2002