This paper presents an improved design methodology for the determination of the
parameters used in the classical series-resonant parallel-loaded (SRPL) filter employed in …

A novel self-oscillating electronic ballast with dimming capability and high power factor
correction (PFC) is proposed in this paper. The single-stage electronic ballast integrates a …

This paper presents two simple alternatives of electronic ballast operating in self sustained
oscillating mode with dimming capability for fluorescent lamps. A simple modification in the …

In this paper an analysis is presented of the resonant filter used in an electronic ballast
through the phase angle from the input resonant filter current to the input resonant filter …

The soft magnetic composites (SMC) are new soft magnetic materials produced by a powder
metallurgy process which can be used for 60 Hz applications. The SMC are interesting for …

This paper proposes a self-oscillating electronic ballast illumination system controlled by a
low cost microcontroller. The microcontroller is used to detect presence and to measure the …

This paper presents a design methodology, analysis, and practical considerations of self-
oscillating drive circuit for electronic ballasts by considering the self-oscillating electronic …

This paper presents an induction electrodeless fluorescent lamp model for simulation, which
employs electric equivalents variables inductor and resistance. Because of the lamp …

This article presents a concept of controller actuation mechanism for self-oscillating resonant
converters (SORCs). Simplicity, robustness, and cost-effectiveness are among the main …

This paper presents a comparative analysis of dimmable self-oscillating electronic ballast for
fluorescent lamps. A review of general dimming methods presented in the literature is …