Embedded Computing Design

The active clamp forward converter is a recognized high efficiency power topology utilizing P-channel MOS for clamping. This design allows for feedback of stored inductance energy to the grid, enhancing overall converter efficiency. To further improve efficiency, a secondary circuit featuring a MOSFET-based self-rectified circuit is incorporated. This article delves into the design challenges of the secondary rectified circuit, highlighting the role of duty cycle optimization. It’s important to note that this is just one facet of the broader power technology employed in the active clamp forward converter.