Piezoelectric Transformers for Space Applications

Abstract

Piezoelectric transformers (PTs) have been successfully applied as step-up transformers for backlighting Cold Cathode Fluorescent Lamps (CCFL) used in the liquid crystal displays of notebook computers. In the last decade, the interest in PTs has evolved to a second group of applications. Worldwide companies are now investigating the use of PTs for power applications, including battery chargers, fluorescent ballasts, DC/DC converters and others. A third group of applications is now proposed by Face Electronics for use in the new generation of communication satellite and other commercial applications. This presentation introduces the ongoing research on space applications for PTs.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Jun 01, 2003
Accession Number
ADA429524

Entities

People

  • Alfredo Vázquez Carazo

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Advanced Electronics
  • Energy and Power Technologies
  • Space

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Artificial Satellites
  • Battery Chargers
  • Communication Systems
  • Computer Programs
  • Cost Reductions
  • Ignition
  • Ignition Systems
  • Laptop Computers
  • Mobile Phones
  • Payload
  • Personal Computers
  • Propulsion Systems
  • Pulsed Plasma Thrusters
  • Satellite Communications
  • Satellite Orbits
  • Small Satellites
  • Spacecraft

Readers

  • Electrical Engineering
  • Materials Science and Engineering.
  • Tactical Satellite Communications Systems Engineering.

Technology Areas

  • Microelectronics
  • Microelectronics - Microelectromechanical Systems
  • Space