Programmable Power Supply

In laboratory and experimental work, the source of electric energy is very mportant for the project. Most electronic products require power to function so power supplies are an integral part of any instrumentation system. Sometimes it is difficult to use a power supply when it comes to getting an accurate output value and often the more features on the power supply the more difficult it is to operate. When a power supply has all these different features they also become expensive to purchase.

The programmable power supply (PPS) that I am designing will have several advantages over a typical power supply since it will eliminate the problem of trying to get an accurate output value, it will have fewer features making it easier to use, and a smaller size. The size of this power supply will make it easier to carry and it will save space in the working environment.

The PPS will be a microprocessor based design in order to process all the information for the user. It will be less expensive compared to the typical power supply due to less features on the user interface. This PPS receives 120 volts alternate current and converts it to a direct current stepping it down from zero to fifteen volts at the current level of one Amp.

Senior Project - Programmable Power Supply