The_ESR_effect_of_DC_to_DC_design The effect of ESR on DC/DC power converter Stanley Chen   Introduction The capacitors, inductors, and resistors in circuit analysis have ideal properties. Capacitors and inductors follow precise derivative relationships. In the real world, components do not follow such simple models. The non-ideal behavior of energy storage components is very important in the context of power electronics. This article is to discuss the effect of capacitor’s ESR (Equivalent series Resistor) characteristics on DC/DC power converter. And now, capacitors shall be presenting first.   Capacitors- Principles and Equivalent Circuits [pic] Figure 1. The basic parallel-plate c……