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Using GaN-Si FET Cascode Switches for Improving the Light-Load Efficiency of LLC Converters

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While the LLC regulator configuration presents advantages such as resonant soft switching and transformer built-in resonant elements, it does have the disadvantage of poor light-load efficiency due to higher switching frequency operation under such a condition. Using the GaN-Si FET cascode switches significantly improves the situation. Experimental results are also presented.

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Applied Mechanics and Materials (Volumes 764-765)

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Jhe Yu Lin*, Dan Chen, Ming Chuan Yen, Yu Hsuan Lu

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GaN-Si FET, LLC Regulator

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