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Synchronous rectification is a technique used in power electronics to improve the efficiency of switching power supplies. It replaces the traditional rectifier diodes with active switching elements, such as MOSFETs. Diodes, while simple, have a forward voltage drop that dissipates power as heat. In synchronous rectification, the MOSFETs are controlled to turn on and off at precise moments, effectively acting as a diode with a much lower on-state resistance. This significantly reduces conduction losses, especially at low output voltages and high output currents, where the diode's voltage drop becomes a larger proportion of the total voltage.
The primary advantage of synchronous rectification is its increased efficiency, leading to less heat generation and