Problem:

• Software testing required running induction heaters to test code

• Faulty code could damage the heaters, causing costly downtime

Solution:

• Create a 600V, 20kHz PCB that simulates induction heater behaviour for testing

Design Requirements:

• Run on 600V power source

• 20kHz switching capacity using IGBTs (Insulated Gate Bipolar Transistors)

Design Process:

• Designed electrical schematic and circuit board in Altium Designer

• Sourced electrical components on DigiKey

• Performed heat dissipation calculations

• Soldered on capacitors, diodes, transistors, and connectors

This project was an amazing opportunity for me to expand my experience into the world of electrical design. It gave me valuable insight into the intersections between design in both electrical and mechanical engineering, particularly in areas such as heat dissipation, component sizing, and integrated system design.