6.6.1 - DC-DC Converters
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Practice Questions
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What is the primary function of a DC-DC converter?
💡 Hint: Think about electronic devices that require specific voltage levels.
Name one type of DC-DC converter.
💡 Hint: We discussed three types in class.
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What is the primary role of a Buck converter?
💡 Hint: Consider what 'Buck' represents.
True or False: Buck-Boost converters can only increase voltage.
💡 Hint: Think about the term 'Buck-Boost'.
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A device requires a 12V input but operates at 5V. Given a power supply of 5V, which type of converter do you use to power the device?
💡 Hint: Think about transforming lower voltage to higher voltage.
Discuss the practical applications of Buck-Boost converters and their advantages in battery management systems.
💡 Hint: Consider how devices require different voltages under different conditions.
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