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Dr. Dragan Maksimovic

This course can also be taken for academic credit as ECEA 5707, part of CU Boulder’s Master of Science in Electrical Engineering degree.

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This course can also be taken for academic credit as ECEA 5707, part of CU Boulder’s Master of Science in Electrical Engineering degree.

This is Course #3 in the Modeling and Control of Power Electronics course sequence. After completion of this course, you will gain an understanding of issues related to electromagnetic interference (EMI) and electromagnetic compatibility (EMC), the need for input filters and the effects input filters may have on converter responses. You will be able to design properly damped single and multi-section filters to meet the conducted EMI attenuation requirements without compromising frequency responses or stability of closed-loop controlled power converters.

We strongly recommend students complete the CU Boulder Power Electronics specialization as well as Courses #1 (Averaged-Switch Modeling and Simulation) and #2 (Techniques of Design-Oriented Analysis) before enrolling in this course (the course numbers provided below are for students in the CU Boulder's MS-EE program):

● Introduction to Power Electronics (ECEA 5700)

● Converter Circuits (ECEA 5701)

● Converter Control (ECEA 5702)

● Averaged-Switch Modeling and Simulation (ECEA 5705)

● Techniques of Design-Oriented Analysis (ECEA 5706)

After completing this course, you will be able to:

● Understand conducted electromagnetic interference (EMI) and the need for input filter

● Understand input filter design principles based on attenuation requirements and impedance interactions.

● Design properly damped single-stage input filters.

● Design properly damped multi-stage input filters.

● Use computer-aided tools and simulations to verify input filter design

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Syllabus

Introduction to Input Filter Design
Introduction to electromagnetic interference, the need for input filtering, and the input filter effects
Single-Stage Input Filter Design
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Design of single-section damped input filters
Multi-Stage Input Filter Design
Design of multiple-section damped inputs filters

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Know what's good
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Explores topics that are standard in the electrical engineering and power electronics industry
Provides students with an opportunity to design and simulate input filters
Builds a strong foundation for understanding electromagnetic interference (EMI) and electromagnetic compatibility (EMC)
Prerequisites are strongly recommended due to the potentially complex nature of the subject matter

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Input filter design taught well

Learners say Input Filter Design is an interesting course that teaches design well. It considers impacts of input filters on input voltage and the circuit, and it focuses on power electronic converter circuits. Despite a few mistakes in the materials, most learners are largely positive about the course. They would like to see more examples in Week 1.
Focus on Power Electronics
"Very interesting course that include consideration of how the input filter impacts not only in the input voltage, but in the designed circuit too."
"It is very focused in Power Electronic converter circuits."
Insufficient Examples in Week 1
"It would be interesting to have more example in Week 1, more than mathematical expressions."
Mistakes in Course Materials
"Good stuff. If it only didn't have many mistakes in the materials..."

Activities

Be better prepared before your course. Deepen your understanding during and after it. Supplement your coursework and achieve mastery of the topics covered in Input Filter Design with these activities:
Review fundamental concepts of power electronics
Prepare for the course by reviewing the basics of power electronics. This will help you understand the concepts covered in the course more easily.
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  • Review notes and textbooks from previous power electronics courses.
  • Read online articles and tutorials on power electronics.
  • Practice solving problems related to power electronics.
Watch tutorials on electromagnetic interference (EMI) and electromagnetic compatibility (EMC)
Learn about the basics of EMI and EMC. This will help you understand the need for input filters and how to design them.
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  • Search for online tutorials on EMI and EMC.
  • Watch the tutorials and take notes.
  • Test your understanding by answering quiz questions.
Discuss the course material with classmates
Join a study group or online forum to discuss the course material with other students. This will help you understand the concepts more deeply and identify areas where you need additional support.
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  • Find a study group or online forum.
  • Participate in discussions and ask questions.
  • Help other students with their understanding.
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Simulate power converter circuits
Get hands-on experience with power electronics by simulating circuits. This will help you understand how power converters work and how to design them.
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  • Learn how to use a power electronics simulation software.
  • Simulate simple power converter circuits.
  • Simulate more complex power converter circuits.
Design an input filter for a power converter
Apply the concepts you learn in the course to design an input filter for a power converter. This will help you gain practical experience and improve your understanding of the design process.
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  • Determine the specifications for the input filter.
  • Select the appropriate filter topology.
  • Design the filter components.
  • Simulate the filter to verify its performance.
Mentor other students in the course
Share your knowledge and skills with other students by mentoring them. This will help you reinforce your understanding of the course material and develop your communication and leadership skills.
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  • Identify students who could benefit from your help.
  • Offer to mentor them.
  • Meet with them regularly to answer their questions and provide guidance.

Career center

Learners who complete Input Filter Design will develop knowledge and skills that may be useful to these careers:
Power Electronics Engineer
Power Electronics Engineers research, design, develop, and test power electronic systems, including input filters. This course provides a solid foundation in input filter design principles, which is essential for designing and developing power electronic systems that meet conducted EMI attenuation requirements without compromising frequency responses or stability. Taking this course will help you build the skills and knowledge you need to succeed as a Power Electronics Engineer.
Electrical Engineer
Electrical Engineers design, develop, test, and maintain electrical systems, including power electronic systems. This course provides a solid foundation in input filter design principles, which is essential for designing and developing power electronic systems that meet conducted EMI attenuation requirements without compromising frequency responses or stability. Taking this course will help you build the skills and knowledge you need to succeed as an Electrical Engineer.
Electronics Engineer
Electronics Engineers design, develop, test, and maintain electronic systems, including power electronic systems. This course provides a solid foundation in input filter design principles, which is essential for designing and developing power electronic systems that meet conducted EMI attenuation requirements without compromising frequency responses or stability. Taking this course will help you build the skills and knowledge you need to succeed as an Electronics Engineer.
Control Systems Engineer
Control Systems Engineers design, develop, test, and maintain control systems, including power electronic systems. This course provides a solid foundation in input filter design principles, which is essential for designing and developing power electronic systems that meet conducted EMI attenuation requirements without compromising frequency responses or stability. Taking this course will help you build the skills and knowledge you need to succeed as a Control Systems Engineer.
Power Systems Engineer
Power Systems Engineers design, develop, test, and maintain power systems, including power electronic systems. This course provides a solid foundation in input filter design principles, which is essential for designing and developing power electronic systems that meet conducted EMI attenuation requirements without compromising frequency responses or stability. Taking this course will help you build the skills and knowledge you need to succeed as a Power Systems Engineer.
Mechatronics Engineer
Mechatronics Engineers design, develop, test, and maintain mechatronic systems, which are systems that combine mechanical and electrical engineering. This course provides a solid foundation in input filter design principles, which is essential for designing and developing mechatronic systems that meet conducted EMI attenuation requirements without compromising frequency responses or stability. Taking this course will help you build the skills and knowledge you need to succeed as a Mechatronics Engineer.
Robotics Engineer
Robotics Engineers design, develop, test, and maintain robots. This course provides a solid foundation in input filter design principles, which is essential for designing and developing robots that meet conducted EMI attenuation requirements without compromising frequency responses or stability. Taking this course will help you build the skills and knowledge you need to succeed as a Robotics Engineer.
Automotive Engineer
Automotive Engineers design, develop, test, and maintain automobiles. This course provides a solid foundation in input filter design principles, which is essential for designing and developing automobiles that meet conducted EMI attenuation requirements. Taking this course will help you build the skills and knowledge you need to succeed as an Automotive Engineer.
Aerospace Engineer
Aerospace Engineers design, develop, test, and maintain aircraft and spacecraft. This course provides a solid foundation in input filter design principles, which is essential for designing and developing aircraft and spacecraft that meet conducted EMI attenuation requirements. Taking this course will help you build the skills and knowledge you need to succeed as an Aerospace Engineer.
Biomedical Engineer
Biomedical Engineers design, develop, test, and maintain biomedical devices. This course provides a solid foundation in input filter design principles, which is essential for designing and developing biomedical devices that meet conducted EMI attenuation requirements. Taking this course will help you build the skills and knowledge you need to succeed as a Biomedical Engineer.
Chemical Engineer
Chemical Engineers design, develop, test, and maintain chemical plants. This course provides a solid foundation in input filter design principles, which is essential for designing and developing chemical plants that meet conducted EMI attenuation requirements. Taking this course will help you build the skills and knowledge you need to succeed as a Chemical Engineer.
Civil Engineer
Civil Engineers design, develop, test, and maintain civil infrastructure. This course provides a solid foundation in input filter design principles, which is essential for designing and developing civil infrastructure that meets conducted EMI attenuation requirements. Taking this course will help you build the skills and knowledge you need to succeed as a Civil Engineer.
Computer Engineer
Computer Engineers design, develop, test, and maintain computer systems. This course provides a solid foundation in input filter design principles, which is essential for designing and developing computer systems that meet conducted EMI attenuation requirements. Taking this course will help you build the skills and knowledge you need to succeed as a Computer Engineer.
Environmental Engineer
Environmental Engineers design, develop, test, and maintain environmental systems. This course provides a solid foundation in input filter design principles, which is essential for designing and developing environmental systems that meet conducted EMI attenuation requirements. Taking this course will help you build the skills and knowledge you need to succeed as an Environmental Engineer.
Industrial Engineer
Industrial Engineers design, develop, test, and maintain industrial systems. This course provides a solid foundation in input filter design principles, which is essential for designing and developing industrial systems that meet conducted EMI attenuation requirements. Taking this course will help you build the skills and knowledge you need to succeed as an Industrial Engineer.

Reading list

We've selected 14 books that we think will supplement your learning. Use these to develop background knowledge, enrich your coursework, and gain a deeper understanding of the topics covered in Input Filter Design.
This reference handbook provides comprehensive coverage of power electronics components, circuits, and applications, including input filter design principles. It valuable resource for students and practitioners alike.
Provides a comprehensive treatment of the design of switching power supplies, including input filter design principles. It valuable resource for students and practitioners alike.
This textbook provides comprehensive coverage of power electronics circuits, devices, and applications, including input filter design principles. It valuable reference for students and practitioners alike.
This textbook provides comprehensive coverage of power electronics circuits, devices, and applications, including input filter design principles. It valuable reference for students and practitioners alike.
This textbook provides comprehensive coverage of power electronics converters, applications, and design, including input filter design principles. It valuable reference for students and practitioners alike.
This textbook provides comprehensive coverage of power electronics principles and applications, including input filter design principles. It valuable reference for students and practitioners alike.
Is about electromagnetic compatibility engineering, which is an important field of electrical engineering. It is particularly useful for understanding the need for input filtering and the effects of input filters on converter responses.
This textbook provides comprehensive coverage of power system analysis and design, including input filter design principles. It valuable reference for students and practitioners alike.
Provides comprehensive coverage of power quality in power systems and electrical machines, including input filter design principles. It valuable reference for students and practitioners alike.
Is about EMC for product designers. It is particularly useful for understanding the need for input filtering and the effects of input filters on converter responses.
This reference handbook provides comprehensive coverage of power electronics circuits, applications, and design techniques including input filter principles, which will benefit students in this course.
This textbook provides a conceptual introduction to electric power systems, including input filter design principles. It is helpful for students with limited background in power systems.
Provides a comprehensive introduction to power electronics, including input filter design principles. It is helpful for students with limited background in power electronics.
This textbook provides a first course in power electronics, including input filter design principles. It is helpful for students with limited background in power electronics.

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