ABSTRACT
This chapter identifies the problems encountered in the design of high-frequency converters and examines some techniques for solving the problems. It provides typical examples of high-frequency quasi-resonant and resonant converters with good potential for further development. The chapter also provides the readers with the necessary background to enable them to carry out computer-aided analysis and design work on high-frequency converters. It also identifies the common problems encountered in the design of high-frequency converters. The chapter familiarizes readers with the basic principles to enable them to carry out further analysis, design, and development work using computer-aided design (CAD) tools. The operation of high-frequency quasi-resonant and resonant converters is not difficult to understand. Even the waveforms and converter characteristics can often be roughly estimated by the circuit designer. However, when it comes to an accurate and detailed mathematical analysis, which possibly takes into account the stray components, difficulties may arise as a result of the switching nature of the circuit.
