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- Episode SummaryHow does a standard vending machine process money, verify purchases, dispense items, and return change using nothing but fundamental logic gates and circuits? In this episode, we unpack the complete digital design of a modular vending machine simulated in Logisim-Evolution. We trace a full transaction step-by-step—from the moment a coin is inserted to the […]
- DC motors are everywhere — robotics, automation, EVs, and industrial systems. In this research, our WiredWhite Partner shows how to design and simulate a closed-loop DC motor control system using MATLAB and Simulink.📖 Read the full article & DOWNLOAD THE PROJECT FILES here:👉 https://wiredwhite.com/dc-motor-control-feedback-matlab/🎓 Explore our Online Engineering Courses:👉https://wiredwhite.com/courses/👨🏫 Book a Session with Our Engineering […]
- Artificial Intelligence is transforming how homes consume and manage energy.In this research, our WiredWhite Partner explores how Multi-Agent Reinforcement Learning (MARL) enables smart homes to optimize energy usage, reduce costs, and support renewable integration.📖 Read the full article & DOWNLOAD THE PROJECT FILES here:👉 https://wiredwhite.com/amulti-agent-reinforcement-learning-home-energy-management/ 🔎 What you will learn:✅ What Home Energy Management Systems […]
- This episode explores how modern engineering bridges the physical and mathematical worlds to solve some of the most difficult monitoring challenges in structural dynamics and underwater acoustics. The discussion dives into virtual sensing, comparing physics-based estimators with data-driven regression techniques to reconstruct structural health data at inaccessible locations. The conversation then shifts to the ocean […]
- How do we maximize 5G throughput without starving users who have weak signals? In this episode, we unpack the engineering behind Non-Orthogonal Multiple Access (NOMA), a cornerstone technology for modern spectral efficiency.We discuss the critical role of power allocation in downlink NOMA systems, where a base station multiplexes users onto the same radio resources using […]
- How do we optimize biogas production and wastewater treatment using virtual prototyping? In this episode, we dive deep into the dynamic simulation of anaerobic digestion plants using OpenModelica and the mathematical framework of ADM1. We discuss the biological and chemical breakdown of complex organic matter by microorganisms in the absence of oxygen to generate methane-rich […]
- Show Notes: In this episode, we dive deep into the power electronics enabling the future of vehicle-to-grid (V2G) and vehicle-to-home infrastructure. Our discussion focuses on a single-phase, bidirectional 7.7 kW EV charger utilizing a highly efficient bridgeless totem pole Power Factor Correction (PFC) converter. We break down the engineering decisions behind selecting Silicon Carbide (SiC) […]
- In this episode (PWW#31), we dive into the design and simulation of an SNR-improved Delta-Sigma transmitter for QAM communication systems. We explain how noise-shaping techniques enhance signal quality in modern digital communications.🔎 What you will learn:- Basics of Delta-Sigma modulation- Fundamentals of QAM (Quadrature Amplitude Modulation)- Noise shaping and SNR improvement techniques- Transmitter architecture and […]
- In this episode (PWW#30), we explore the fundamentals of coupling coefficients in silicon photonics, a key concept for integrated optical circuits, waveguides, and photonic integrated circuits (PICs).🔎 What you will learn:- What coupling coefficients mean in photonics- How light couples between optical waveguides- The role of mode overlap and waveguide spacing- How simulations are used […]
- How do six-legged robots walk with stable, controlled, and adaptive motion?In this episode, we dive into the fascinating world of hexapod gait analysis and simulation using MATLAB. We break down the engineering behind a quadrupedal walking pattern, where a six-legged robot utilizes only four active legs for propulsion while lifting the other two during the […]
- Can reducing transistor count actually hurt your integrated circuit's performance? In this episode, we unpack a fascinating hardware design trade-off: comparing a standard complementary CMOS full adder to a compact, area-efficient 18-transistor XOR-XOR based full adder cell. We analyze their performance using LTSpice simulation data, detailing how pull-down resistors introduced for signal stabilization degrade propagation […]
- Welcome to another episode of our macroeconomic podcast! Today, we are diving deep into Indonesia's economic flight simulator for pandemic shocks.Using a sophisticated Small Open-Economy DSGE model solved via MATLAB, we dissect how the Indonesian real economy and banking sector responded to the severe disruptions of the COVID-19 pandemic. We unpack the results of a […]
- Engineering Deep Dive: Closed-Loop Solar PV Boost Converter Modeling in PSIMIn this episode, we unpack the engineering mechanics, design trade-offs, and control architectures behind solar PV power conditioning. Solar output is inherently variable, requiring robust DC-DC converters to step up and regulate voltages before they can feed high-voltage DC loads or grid-connected inverters.We explore a […]
- In this episode, we dive deep into the design of a High-Efficiency Single-Switch Resonant DC-DC Converter. Conventional boost converters struggle with high step-up ratios, facing poor efficiency and steep component stresses. This episode breaks down a single-switch resonant alternative that achieves high voltage gain without requiring transformer isolation or active clamping.What we discuss in this […]
- About this EpisodeThis episode provides an in-depth technical overview of an autonomous vehicle control system implemented in MATLAB and Simulink. As the automotive industry shifts toward fully automated commuting in volatile urban environments, designing systems that can safely navigate without human intervention is more critical than ever. This project demonstrates how to simulate a vehicle […]
- In this episode, we dive deep into the design, modeling, and performance analysis of a modern 11 kV Gas-Insulated Switchgear (GIS) PV-Battery microgrid simulated in DIgSILENT PowerFactory. As the global energy landscape transitions toward decentralized, renewable-dominated grids, understanding the integration of solar photovoltaics and battery storage with robust safety systems is more critical than ever. […]
- Welcome back to the podcast! In this episode, we dive deep into the fascinating world of industrial automation to explore the engineering behind Automated Guided Vehicle (AGV) safety barriers. Have you ever wondered how bustling manufacturing plants keep pedestrian walkways safe while AGVs autonomously transport materials? It all comes down to sequential logic systems!We break […]
- In this episode, we go behind the code to explore the ambitious attempt to simulate a 100 MW Combined-Cycle Power Plant (CCPP) using the open-source software OpenModelica. While the governing equations of thermodynamics are well-established, translating them into a functional, "flattened" computational model reveals a fascinating gap between theoretical math and digital reality.We break down […]
- Reinforcement Learning MPPT for Solar PV Under Partial Shading [Professor WiredWhite Podcast PWW#20]Welcome to a deep-dive debate on the future of solar energy optimization! In this episode, we tackle one of the most persistent challenges in photovoltaic (PV) systems: maximizing energy extraction under partial shading conditions.When partial shading occurs, it creates multiple peaks on the power-voltage (P-V) curve. We debate whether conventional control methods can handle this, […]
- In this episode, we dive into the technical design and implementation of an LLC resonant DC-DC converter specifically engineered for high-efficiency UPS battery charging. We explore how this specific topology overcomes the limitations of conventional series and parallel converters to achieve a measured power efficiency of 95.22%.We break down the step-by-step methodology—from theoretical calculations and […]
