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The Good and Bad of Grounded Copper Pour: The EMC Perspective

The Good and Bad of Grounded Copper Pour: The EMC Perspective

In PCB design, using grounded copper pour can be a double-edged sword. Learn how to make smart design decisions on balancing copper layers, preventing dead copper issues, and enhancing PCB performance.


How to Tackle Electrical Over-Stress (EOS) Challenges in the USB-PD Era

How to Tackle Electrical Over-Stress (EOS) Challenges in the USB-PD Era

As USB PD 3.1 devices proliferate, high-voltages increase the risk of electrostatic issues. To address these problems, learn how to make smart choices in ESD and EOS testing, as well as TVS device selection.


Six Misconceptions About Power Modules—Say Goodbye to Trade-Offs

Six Misconceptions About Power Modules—Say Goodbye to Trade-Offs

With power modules, no one wants to have to trade-off performance for other benefits. But you don’t have to. In this article, learn about modern power module capabilities by understanding these six misconceptions.


Crafting a Silicon Lifecycle Management Strategy for HPC and Data Centers

Crafting a Silicon Lifecycle Management Strategy for HPC and Data Centers

As data center computing and HPC advances, the stakes for ensuring reliability are high. Learn how to develop a silicon lifecycle management (SLM) strategy that ensures a successful future for your designs.


Six Steps for Designing a Custom 3D Printed Electronics Enclosure

Six Steps for Designing a Custom 3D Printed Electronics Enclosure

Rich resources are available today for crafting an enclosure using 3D printing. But where to begin? In this article, learn—step by step—how to design your own custom 3D printed electronics enclosure.


Speeding Derivative SoC Designs With Networks-on-Chips

Speeding Derivative SoC Designs With Networks-on-Chips

With the help of a case study, we examine how adopting NoC technology can significantly improve the process of updating existing chip designs.


Developing a Smart FPGA Power Solution: A Modular Approach

Developing a Smart FPGA Power Solution: A Modular Approach

The task of powering FPGAs is full of complexities. Learn how a modular FPGA approach can enable you to meet tricky challenges including space constraints, voltage accuracy, power management, and integration.


How To Use SMT Adapter Modules for Advanced IC Package Transitioning

How To Use SMT Adapter Modules for Advanced IC Package Transitioning

Learn how surface-mount adapter evaluation modules (EVMs) help ease the transition to analog ICs with advanced package types.


A Guide to Effective Probe Selection for Low Noise Power Integrity Measurements

A Guide to Effective Probe Selection for Low Noise Power Integrity Measurements

To understand how to achieve the most accurate low-noise measurements, we will compare the noise performance of multiple probe solutions using a Rohde & Schwarz (R&S) MXO 5 series oscilloscope.


Applying IP Customization to Improve AI Chips: A Case Study

Applying IP Customization to Improve AI Chips: A Case Study

For your next chip design, should you select a design-services provider with the ability to create custom fundamental IP blocks, including standard cells and libraries? This article will help you answer this question.


Efficient Discrete Logic Implementation Using MCU Complex Logic Blocks

Efficient Discrete Logic Implementation Using MCU Complex Logic Blocks

Learn how the Configurable Logic Block (CLB) peripheral in the PIC16F13145 family of microcontrollers allows developers to implement complex discrete logic functions in hardware to reduce the Bill of Materials and develop custom application-specific logic.


Understanding the Benefits of Power-Focused Regression Testing

Understanding the Benefits of Power-Focused Regression Testing

By including power consumption measurement in your regression testing, you can ensure the reliability and efficiency of your IoT device design throughout its lifecycle.


Understanding How CXL 3.0 Links the Data Center Fabric

Understanding How CXL 3.0 Links the Data Center Fabric

The CXL data protocol is essential for meeting the interconnect needs of today’s data centers. Learn the key elements and benefits of this protocol, along with what’s new in CXL version 3.0.


You’ve Got the Power—Ensuring Interoperability for Power Over Ethernet Devices

You’ve Got the Power—Ensuring Interoperability for Power Over Ethernet Devices

Learn how the Ethernet Alliance Certified test plan and PoE certification can maximize your product success and help you avoid expensive recalls and post-launch redesigns.


The 10 Most Common EMC Challenges in a PCB Design

The 10 Most Common EMC Challenges in a PCB Design

Improve your PCB designs and avoid costly respins due to EMC test failures by learning some basic design techniques and applying modern EMC analysis software.


Performing Design for Manufacturing Checks on Gerber Files

Performing Design for Manufacturing Checks on Gerber Files

Avoid mistakes when exporting PCB files from your EDA tools into the Gerber format by understanding the translation process and using DFM tools.


Understanding Gerber Layers for PCBs and Stencils

Understanding Gerber Layers for PCBs and Stencils

Gerber layers don’t have to be a mystery. Knowing the names and purposes of each Gerber layer used in PCB manufacturing can improve your designs and ease communication with the board house.


Getting To Know the Gerber File Format and File Names

Getting To Know the Gerber File Format and File Names

Learn the details of the Gerber file format for PCB layout, including function, common layers, file names, extensions, and revisions to the Gerber standards.


Understanding How GMR Sensors Enhance Vehicle Performance and Safety

Understanding How GMR Sensors Enhance Vehicle Performance and Safety

Giant magnetoresistance (GMR) technology offers key advantages for a range of automotive applications. Learn how it works, how it compares to alternative approaches, and the types of GMR sensor solutions available.


Choosing the Best Wide Bandgap Technology for Your Application

Choosing the Best Wide Bandgap Technology for Your Application

Understanding the unique advantages provided by silicon carbide (SiC) and gallium nitride (GaN) can help you select the optimal technology to meet your products’ power, thermal, and size requirements.