A prototype ASIC buck converter for LHC upgrades

  • S. Michelis
  • , F. Faccio
  • , B. Allongue
  • , G. Blanchot
  • , C. Fuentes
  • , M. Kayal

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Abstract

Given the larger number of channels and the need for reduced material budget in the SLHC trackers, alternatives to the present power distribution scheme have to be explored. In this context we are envisaging a new architecture based on custom switching converters able to work in the high radiation and high magnetic field environment of the experiments. A prototype converter has been designed and integrated in an ASIC. This includes the fundamental building blocks of a buck converter that can be used in later and more complete designs and even in different topologies. Design techniques and functional tests of the prototype will be discussed.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationProceedings of the Topical Workshop on Electronics for Particle Physics, TWEPP 2008
PublisherCERN
Pages414-418
Number of pages5
ISBN (Print)9789290833246
StatePublished - 2008
Externally publishedYes
EventTopical Workshop on Electronics for Particle Physics, TWEPP 2008 - Naxos, Greece
Duration: 15 Sep 200819 Sep 2008

Publication series

NameProceedings of the Topical Workshop on Electronics for Particle Physics, TWEPP 2008

Conference

ConferenceTopical Workshop on Electronics for Particle Physics, TWEPP 2008
Country/TerritoryGreece
CityNaxos
Period15/09/0819/09/08

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