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Beyond PLL Lock: Rethinking AC Phase Timing Confidence

Beyond PLL Lock: Rethinking AC Phase Timing Confidence

PLL lock doesn't mean your phase timing is trustworthy. Learn why AC synchronization systems need measured, validated phase references—not just loop convergence.


Boost the Power Delivery Potential of USB-C Ports with Protection Switches

Boost the Power Delivery Potential of USB-C Ports with Protection Switches

Learn how innovative technologies like protection switches will be crucial in transitioning to high-power delivery of USB-C ports.


Breaking the Thermal Wall Using Monolithic Ceramic Cooling for Power Electronics

Breaking the Thermal Wall Using Monolithic Ceramic Cooling for Power Electronics

Learn how monolithic ceramic cooling using Selective Laser Reaction Sintering (SLRS) eliminates the "thermal wall" in high-density power electronics by creating single-piece, reliable heat exchangers.


Modular Architecture: The Key to Reliable EV Charging Infrastructure

Modular Architecture: The Key to Reliable EV Charging Infrastructure

Learn how modular design principles contribute to EV charger reliability, scalability, and maintenance for engineers planning charging networks.


Case Study: A Low-Cost, Low-Profile 6kW, 800 V to 12.5 V DC-DC for AI Power

Case Study: A Low-Cost, Low-Profile 6kW, 800 V to 12.5 V DC-DC for AI Power

Learn how GaN technology enables a low-cost, low-profile 6 kW, 800 VDC to 12.5 VDC converter using an ISOP LLC topology. This meets the design needs of next-gen, MW-scale AI server infrastructure.


Revamp Outdoor Power Gear With Smart Battery Monitoring and Motor Control

Revamp Outdoor Power Gear With Smart Battery Monitoring and Motor Control

Learn how integrated battery monitoring and motor control in outdoor power equipment designs ensure safety, extend battery life, and simplify development with high-voltage integration.


Choosing the Right Overcurrent Protection Device for Safe Consumer Designs

Choosing the Right Overcurrent Protection Device for Safe Consumer Designs

From traditional fuses to eFuses, learn the advantages, limitations, and use cases of each technology to help you create reliable, space-efficient, and standards-compliant consumer products.


Why Clean Energy Systems Need FPGA-Level Control

Why Clean Energy Systems Need FPGA-Level Control

From fine-tuning the output of a solar farm to stabilizing a complex electric grid, FPGAs provide the ultra-fast, efficient computing needed to maximize energy efficiency.


Why 90% of Component Compliance Issues Are Preventable (And How To Stop Them)

Why 90% of Component Compliance Issues Are Preventable (And How To Stop Them)

In today's rapidly evolving aerospace and defense landscape, component engineers face an unprecedented challenge: ensuring every part they specify meets stringent compliance requirements while maintaining mission readiness and program viability.


Case Study: Sealed Tactile Switch Meets Needs of Power Tool Design

Case Study: Sealed Tactile Switch Meets Needs of Power Tool Design

Power tools have demanding needs when it comes to tactile switches. Learn how an engineering team overcame integration, durability, and safety hurdles for this harsh environment.


An AI Revolution in Power Management Design for Embedded Systems

An AI Revolution in Power Management Design for Embedded Systems

Learn how PMIC.AI leverages custom LLM technology to transform how engineers design power supplies that meet the increasing complexity of multi-rail SoC systems.


ROHM’s High Voltage GaN Solutions With EcoGaN

ROHM’s High Voltage GaN Solutions With EcoGaN

Gallium nitride (GaN) power solutions have a strong foothold in medium-powered applications including consumer electronics, EV onboard chargers (OBCs), and DC/DC converters.


Improving Low Dropout Voltage Regulation Using Remote Sense

Improving Low Dropout Voltage Regulation Using Remote Sense

Learn how remote sensing for low dropout (LDO) regulators can counteract parasitic resistance and inductance in applications with long connections, narrow traces, or high power.


Using Programmable Logic Devices for Systematic Power-Up Sequencing

Using Programmable Logic Devices for Systematic Power-Up Sequencing

Learn how single-chip programmable logic devices (PLDs) can replace multiple discrete components used in power-up sequencing circuits to save cost and PCB area.


Solar Cell Challenges for Indoor IoT Applications

Solar Cell Challenges for Indoor IoT Applications

The intensity and spectrum of indoor lighting are vastly different from sunlight. This means indoor photovoltaic (IPV) technology must also be different. This article discusses those challenges and options for IPV cells, test methods, and standards.


Enhancing PV Safety, Performance With Parallel Microinverter Tech

Enhancing PV Safety, Performance With Parallel Microinverter Tech

Learn how parallel microinverters overcome the limitations of string inverters in terms of safety, performance, and reliability, with support for multiple installation orientations, lower operating voltages, and simplified system maintenance and expansion.


Designing Next-Gen Smart Meters That Outsmart Electrical Hazards

Designing Next-Gen Smart Meters That Outsmart Electrical Hazards

Smart meters should be designed to avoid damaging electrical transients. Learn how to make use of the right circuit protection, sensing, and power control components to improve your meter design.


How to Hurdle Overswing and Noise In Low Power Designs

How to Hurdle Overswing and Noise In Low Power Designs

Overswing can occur when Zener diodes are pushed to their limits. Learn about why this happens and the problems it causes—and how to overcome the issue.


How to Design Reliable Next-Gen Automotive Control Electronics

How to Design Reliable Next-Gen Automotive Control Electronics

Designing a reliable automotive control system is a challenging job. Learn how to ensure circuit survival in the challenging automotive and electric vehicle environments.


Rethinking MCU Architectures for the AI Era

Rethinking MCU Architectures for the AI Era

MCUs that only do control tasks are one thing. But in today’s AI age, a truly AI-enabled MCU needs to offer more. Learn the important factors—from optimized neural processing units (NPUs) to power efficient architectures to clever memory topologies.