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Utilizing INICnet for Automotive Networking and Connectivity

In this article, learn about INICnet and how it helps to solve the question of how designers can create a safe and effective connectivity method for vehicles.

December 03, 2019 by Carmelo De Mola, Microchip

Resolving the Signal Part 8: How Voltage Reference Noise Affects Delta Sigma ADCs

Part 8 of the Resolving the Signal series dives further into how different noise sources impact precision delta-sigma ADCs by focusing on reference noise and ADC noise, and how gain affects reference noise.

August 21, 2018 by Bryan Lizon, Texas Instruments

Resolving the Signal Part 6: The Effects of Amplifier Noise on Delta-Sigma ADCs

Part 6 of this 12-part Resolving the Signal series focuses on output- versus input-referred noise, adding an amplifier at the input of an ADC, and low- versus high-resolution ADCs as they relate to amplifier noise.

June 19, 2018 by Bryan Lizon, Texas Instruments

Resolving the Signal Part 5: Understanding Effective Noise Bandwidth in Precision Delta-Sigma ADCs

Part 5 of this 12-part series continues to explore effective noise bandwidth as it relates to delta-sigma ADCs and system-level design by stepping through a simple example using a two-stage filter to understand how to calculate the ENBW and how system changes affect the ENBW.

May 22, 2018 by Bryan Lizon, Texas Instruments

Resolving the Signal Part 1: Introduction to Noise in Delta-Sigma ADCs

This 12-part “Resolving the Signal” series aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of noise in delta-sigma ADCs. In part 1 of this series, I’ll focus on ADC noise fundamentals.

January 23, 2018 by Bryan Lizon, Texas Instruments

Choosing the Most Suitable MEMS Accelerometer for Your Application: Part 1

Part 1 of this two-part series discusses the key parameters and features a designer needs to be aware of and how they relate to inclination and stabilization applications, thus helping the designer choose the most suitable accelerometer.

December 12, 2017 by Chris Murphy, Analog Devices

Implementing an Electronic Leveling Tool

While it can be challenging to design electronic versions of precision tools, in this Industry Article we design an electronic level that matches the features of a conventional tool.

October 31, 2017 by Claudio Ferreira Dias, Silego

Don’t Get Left Behind with Your Voice-Enabled Home Saying “I’m Sorry, I Didn’t Get That”

There is a trend beginning for a whole new network of smart devices to listen and respond to requests for all rooms of your smart home so you don't have to hear "I'm sorry, I didn't get that" anymore.

October 10, 2017 by Morgan Lollar, Texas Instruments

Improved DAC Phase Noise Measurements Enable Ultralow Phase Noise DDS Applications

In this article, we show measured improvements of over 10 dB at 10 kHz offsets using the AD9164 DAC.

October 03, 2017 by Peter Delos, Analog Devices

Intelligence at the Edge Part 1: The Edge Node

The industrial Internet of Things (IoT) encompasses the broad transformation underway that will make pervasive sensing across connected machines not just a competitive advantage, but an essential fundamental service. The industrial IoT starts with the edge node, which is the sensing and measurement entry point of interest.

September 12, 2017 by Ian Beavers, Analog Devices

Massive MIMO and Beamforming: The Signal Processing Behind the 5G Buzzwords

With the need for high-speed mobile data increasing, there's a need to increase efficiency in how we transmit and receive data from wireless base stations.

July 24, 2017 by Claire Masterson, Analog Devices

Understanding and Eliminating 1/f Noise

This article defines 1/f noise and goes over ways to reduce or eliminate it in precision measurement applications.

June 05, 2017 by Robert Kiely, Analog Devices

Analyzing and Solving Fixed Frequency Spur Issues in High Precision ADC Signal Chains

This article will introduce approaches for determining the root causes of spur issues in high-resolution precision ADC applications and present solutions to solve them.

April 11, 2017 by Steven Xie, Analog Devices

Developing Smarter, Safer Cars with ADAS (Automotive Advanced Driver Assistance Systems) IP

Optimizing performance, safety, and reliability in ADAS applications via design, verification, and processor IP and a holistic design approach.

March 07, 2017 by Cadence

Practical Filter Design Challenges and Considerations for Precision ADCs

Precision analog-to-digital converters can be tricky. Here are some pointers to get the most out of them.

November 30, 2016 by Steven Xie, Analog Devices

The Importance of Test Strategies for Multimedia Chipsets

Multimedia chipsets must exhibit a variety of characteristics to be considered for use in designs. Measuring their effectiveness requires a well-designed testing strategy.

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How to Leverage the Arm TrustZone Security Features of the LPC5500

Learn how the Arm TrustZone extension for the LPC5500 series works and how to start utilizing the safety measures in custom secure and non-secure applications.

June 25, 2020 by Mark Dunnett, on Behalf of NXP

How to Select DC Power Connectors: The Basics

This article aims to simplify the DC power connector selection process with an overview of types, key specifications, and commonly accepted nomenclature, while also looking at audio and USB connectors in power applications.

June 23, 2020 by Ryan Smoot, CUI Devices

Getting Started With the LPC5500 Series MCU Using NXP’s MCUXpresso IDE

This article introduces the MCUXpresso IDE, introducing important features and showing how to get started with programming the LPC65500 series MCU using a Hello World example.

June 11, 2020 by Mark Dunnett, on Behalf of NXP

Cobots and HMI: A Look at Industry 5.0

The emergence of collaborative robots (cobots) fitted with a suite of sophisticated sensors is ushering in the era of Industry 5.0 where humans and robots work more closely together to streamline the production process.

June 09, 2020 by Lee Hibbert for Mouser

JESD204B vs. JESD204C: What Designers Need to Know

Learn how the updated serial standard, JESD204C, addresses lane speed as well as inefficient 8B/10B coding and the impact those changes have when working on high-speed data converter board designs.

June 02, 2020 by Richard Zarr, Texas Instruments

The Features and Applications of LPC5500 Series Microcontrollers

Learn about the LPC5500 series of MCUs, including specs and features, available resources, and applications, which range from automated robots to industrial HMI.

May 28, 2020 by Mark Dunnett, on Behalf of NXP

How Semiconductor Manufacturing Benefits from Smart Fabs

Semiconductor manufacturing is a complex industry and small improvements anywhere in the process can make a big difference to the bottom line. This article discusses the benefits of continually optimizing manufacturing for the semiconductor industry by introducing smart manufacturing solutions.

May 19, 2020 by Tim Hewitt, Siemens Digital Industries Software

The Role of Last-Level Cache Implementation for SoC Developers

There is a challenge for SoC developers to find ways to navigate the demand of memory in their design. This article looks at how a fourth, or last-level, cache can provide a solution.

May 12, 2020 by Kurt Shuler, Arteris

Overcoming CAN Design Challenges: Addressing CAN Voltage and Power Challenges

This article discusses some CAN design challenges, focusing on power consumption and designing with multiple voltage rails in a CAN application.

April 21, 2020 by Eric Hackett, Texas Instruments

Overcoming CAN Design Challenges: How to Easily Terminate CAN Signals

This article explores and provides answers to some common questions associated with CAN design and implementation challenges — in particular, signal termination in CAN systems.

April 14, 2020 by Eric Hackett, Texas Instruments

A Teardown of the Hitachi SJ Series P1 Variable Frequency Drives

This teardown looks at the inner workings of the Hitachi SJ P1 Variable Frequency Drive, an inverter for industrial applications.

April 13, 2020 by Nilo Mitra

An Overview of Driver Circuits for Piezo Transducer Buzzers

This article covers the advantages and disadvantages of several common driver circuit design techniques for piezo transducer buzzers.

April 07, 2020 by Ryan Smoot, CUI Devices

What Does the Future Hold for SiC Semiconductors?

This article looks ahead to what needs to be next for SiC, where it might be applied, and how it could become the dominant force in power.

March 31, 2020 by Anup Bhalla, UnitedSiC

Prolonging the Battery Life of Wireless Security Cameras with Proper Power Management

This article explores how a power management voltage regulator’s efficiency and quiescent current play a critical role in wireless security camera battery life.

March 24, 2020 by Chinmay Honrao, Maxim Integrated

Why CAD Models are Failing Professional Electrical Engineers

In this article, Octopart's Director of Operations for Part Data Geof Lipman explores how traditional CAD modeling needs to change in order for electrical engineers to keep up with product design deadlines.

March 10, 2020 by Geof Lipman, Octopart

A Comparison of Reflow Soldering and Wave Soldering

This article explores the differences between two primary forms of soldering — reflow and wave — by providing details around each type, including best uses for each method.

March 03, 2020 by Peter Swann, NeoDen

Design Solution for Automotive LCD Displays Utilizing LED Driver ICs

See how multi-channel automotive LED driver ICs implement backlight local dimming, bringing ‘true black’ to automotive LCD displays.

February 04, 2020 by Szukang Hsien, Maxim Integrated

Advances in Temperature Measurement for Automotive Infotainment Systems

This article explores temperature monitoring in complex vehicle infotainment systems, focusing on design considerations around temperature accuracy and sensor placement in the car. 

January 28, 2020 by Tristan Brillet de Cande

The Importance of Reliability Verification in AI/ML Processors

With the adoption of artificial intelligence and machine learning in a wide variety of applications, reliability verification of AI/ML processors is critical since failures can have major consequences for the validity and legitimacy of AI/ML technology.

January 21, 2020 by Neel Natekar, Mentor