Abstract:
A power control device can generate control signals to control operation of power sources. Additional control signals control operation of load switches that can be connected to the power sources to provide secondary sources of power. The load switches can be turned in a gradual manner at rates that depend on the power sources to which they are connected. The outputs of the load switches can be monitored for overvoltage and undervoltage conditions relative to the power sources to which they are connected.
Abstract:
A charging circuit using a switch mode power supply to charge a battery from a connected external power adapter may periodically turn off the switch mode power supply and disconnect its input terminal from the switch mode power supply. A load may be connected to the input terminal. The input terminal is monitored for voltage collapse, indicating whether or not the power adapter is connected.
Abstract:
A power control device can generate control signals to control operation of power sources. Additional control signals control operation of load switches that can be connected to the power sources to provide secondary sources of power. The load switches can be turned in a gradual manner at rates that depend on the power sources to which they are connected. The outputs of the load switches can be monitored for overvoltage and undervoltage conditions relative to the power sources to which they are connected.