Samsung electronics co., ltd. (20240136920). POWER SUPPLY APPARATUS AND CONTROLLING METHOD THEREOF simplified abstract
Contents
- 1 POWER SUPPLY APPARATUS AND CONTROLLING METHOD THEREOF
- 1.1 Organization Name
- 1.2 Inventor(s)
- 1.3 POWER SUPPLY APPARATUS AND CONTROLLING METHOD THEREOF - A simplified explanation of the abstract
- 1.4 Simplified Explanation
- 1.5 Potential Applications
- 1.6 Problems Solved
- 1.7 Benefits
- 1.8 Potential Commercial Applications
- 1.9 Possible Prior Art
- 1.10 Original Abstract Submitted
POWER SUPPLY APPARATUS AND CONTROLLING METHOD THEREOF
Organization Name
Inventor(s)
POWER SUPPLY APPARATUS AND CONTROLLING METHOD THEREOF - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240136920 titled 'POWER SUPPLY APPARATUS AND CONTROLLING METHOD THEREOF
Simplified Explanation
The present disclosure describes power supply apparatuses and controlling methods, including a power factor correction (PFC) circuit and a control circuit to manage the PFC circuit. The PFC circuit consists of a power inputter, an inductor, a first switching element, a second switching element, and an outputter to produce a direct current voltage.
- The power supply apparatus includes a PFC circuit and a control circuit.
- The PFC circuit rectifies alternating current voltage using a power inputter and an inductor.
- The control circuit manages the PFC circuit by applying control signals to the switching elements.
- The switching elements are alternately turned on to regulate the output of direct current voltage.
Potential Applications
This technology can be applied in:
- Power supply units for electronic devices
- Renewable energy systems
- Industrial equipment
Problems Solved
This technology addresses issues such as:
- Improving power factor correction
- Enhancing energy efficiency
- Regulating voltage output
Benefits
The benefits of this technology include:
- Increased power efficiency
- Better voltage regulation
- Reduced energy consumption
Potential Commercial Applications
Commercial applications for this technology may include:
- Power supply manufacturers
- Renewable energy companies
- Industrial automation firms
Possible Prior Art
One example of prior art in this field is the use of PFC circuits in power supply units for improving energy efficiency and power quality.
Unanswered Questions
How does this technology compare to traditional power supply units in terms of efficiency and performance?
This technology offers improved power factor correction and energy efficiency compared to traditional power supply units. It also provides better voltage regulation and reduced energy consumption.
What are the potential cost implications of implementing this technology in power supply units?
The cost implications of implementing this technology may include initial investment in upgrading equipment and components, but the long-term benefits of improved efficiency and energy savings can outweigh the initial costs.
Original Abstract Submitted
the present disclosure provides power supply apparatuses and controlling methods thereof. in some embodiments, a power supply apparatus includes a power factor correction (pfc) circuit, and a control circuit configured to control the pfc circuit. the pfc circuit includes a power inputter configured to receive alternating current voltage to be rectified, an inductor having an end coupled to an end of the power inputter, a first switching element configured to be turned on and off according to a first control signal, a second switching element configured to be turned on and off according to a second control signal, and an outputter configured to output a direct current voltage through an output capacitor. the control circuit is further configured to respectively apply the first and second control signals to the first and second switching elements such that the first and the second switching elements are alternately turned on.
