>Yes. I mentioned a SEPIC as one of the options. The two
>inductors is annoying but not necessarily a killer. And
>it needs a semi formal controller, unlike some options.

have you looked at the recently introduced 16F series device designed for
power supply use? 16F785 IIRC. I do not know what its own power supply
rating is, but considering the supposed end use it might go up to the 6V
range.

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