While the graph of Fig. 1 seems straightforward, there are several issues that become apparent when one tries to make sense of what the...

Fortunately, a new technique permits non-invasive stability testing of such devices.1 Designers can evaluate stability by measuring (on...

Is it possible to design an unconditionally stable linear voltage regulator? In fact, many believe that most regulator ICs are...

There are cases where a Bode (gain?phase) plot cannot be obtained from a control loop. For example, a three terminal regulator or hybrid...

A single, simple measurement is described that allows the determination of the ESR required to achieve a desired phase margin, using a...

Most electronic systems contain at least one voltage regulator, with many systems requiring several regulators, each providing a...

Understanding the key parameters of diodes and other components used in reference voltage circuits can help avoid issues in different...