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For one- or two-semester undergraduate courses in Power Electronics. With numerous design examples, illustrations and problems, as well as clearly defined learning objectives for each chapter, the text presents an easy-to-understand development of theory and engineering design aspects of power electronic systems. It provides a conceptual foundation across several disciplines, including electronic devices and circuits, signals and systems, motor drives and control systems. The text then addresses topics unique to power electronics, such as power utilization, quality, interfacing, and design issues. MATLAB is used throughout the text as a tool for enhancing the understanding of converter operation modes by simplifying the necessary mathematical calculations. The text is aimed for the undergraduate courses in engineering programs. It will be above the level of the courses in the technology programs. Salient Features Overview of the field of power electronics and basic math concepts.. Essential for understanding the rest of the chapters. Use of MATLAB. Simplifies the steps in the mathematical analysis of converter operation for easier learning. The converter's characteristics are derived and displayed graphically, with examples given in each chapter to illustrate concepts and designs. Practical design issues—Coverage of temperature control, selection of heat sinks, protection, packaging, shielding and layout. Addresses the newest devices and topologies. PSpice circuit simulation. Treated as an integral part of the analysis and design of power electronic circuits. Strong pedagogical development. Builds a smooth transition from background material to more complex devices ad applications. Numerous illustrations and worked examples. Breaks down complex topics into easy-to-understand components.