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Технически университет - София

Abstract: Buck DC-DC converters are key components in modern electronic systems, providing efficient voltage conversion and power to various electronic devices. The reliability of these converters is critically important, especially in systems with high requirements for continuous operation such as industrial automation, aviation systems, communication systems, medical equipment and automotive electronics. One of the main challenges is accurately predicting the time to failure (MTTF) and identifying potential weaknesses in the converter design.

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