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Digital light processors (DLPs) employ a laser light source and millions of tiny mirrors to produce vibrant,…

Digital light processors (DLPs) employ a laser light source and millions of tiny mirrors to produce vibrant, high-resolution images for a wide variety of industries and applications.

As bandwidths grow wider and frequencies soar to millimeter-wave and beyond, small margins for error on wideband…

As bandwidths grow wider and frequencies soar to millimeter-wave and beyond, small margins for error on wideband measurements force RF engineers to look for new ways to reduce linear errors. Even short cables can cause tremendous losses at millimeter-wave frequencies.

Military and aerospace engineers are always pushing to create new, reliable, rugged technologies. There are several key…

Military and aerospace engineers are always pushing to create new, reliable, rugged technologies. There are several key considerations that these engineers must take into account, including designing for a space that undergoes rigorous testing and standardization processes that must be dealt with from the first moment a design is crafted.

When it comes to the future of industry and the world, there are few markets that matter more than education and…

When it comes to the future of industry and the world, there are few markets that matter more than education and research. Education helps mold the minds of tomorrow, while research pushes what is possible, giving us the tools for our next best invention.

Going "green" isn't just a buzzword in the industry; in both private and public sectors, energy transformation is…

Going "green" isn't just a buzzword in the industry; in both private and public sectors, energy transformation is happening at an increasingly rapid pace. More engineers than ever before find themselves impacted by the design considerations that are natural consequences of a more environmentally-focused industry.

As smart technology continues to find its way into the automotive sector, driverless cars with enhanced connectivity…

As smart technology continues to find its way into the automotive sector, driverless cars with enhanced connectivity requirements and enhanced infotainment options will be here sooner than many think.

Differential pairs are a means of transmitting electronic data using complementary signals. It carries two types of…

Differential pairs are a means of transmitting electronic data using complementary signals. It carries two types of signals: a differential signal excited when the net pair is driven in the odd mode, and a common signal when the net pair is driven in the even mode.

The electronic design automation (EDA) industry is a highly competitive one. However, while keeping production costs low…

The electronic design automation (EDA) industry is a highly competitive one. However, while keeping production costs low remains a priority, it is the differentiating qualities and capabilities of printed circuit board (PCB) design solutions more than initial cost differences, that help companies save more time and money in the long run. PCB design tools fraught with errors can rack up significant costs and downtime when building out electronic products.

The electronic industry’s dynamics are rapidly evolving, and there is less time to build and prototype analog circuits…

The electronic industry’s dynamics are rapidly evolving, and there is less time to build and prototype analog circuits to verify their functionality as the control of research and development (R&D) budgets and time to market (TTM) have become more challenging.

Industrial systems are increasingly adopting Ethernet connectivity to solve manufacturers’ key Industry 4.0 and smart…

Industrial systems are increasingly adopting Ethernet connectivity to solve manufacturers’ key Industry 4.0 and smart factory communication challenges. These challenges include data integration, synchronization, edge connectivity, and system interoperability.

Crosstalk is one of the most common signal integrity issues engineers have to deal with. Crosstalk creeps up in…

Crosstalk is one of the most common signal integrity issues engineers have to deal with. Crosstalk creeps up in electronic designs due to electromagnetic coupling between fringe electric and magnetic fields or transmission lines.

Wireless systems play an integral role in the modern world, enabling seamless connectivity in a wide range of…

Wireless systems play an integral role in the modern world, enabling seamless connectivity in a wide range of applications. However, wireless connectivity has become so commonplace that the general public only takes note of a network when it is not working properly.

Real-time operating systems (RTOS) allow for multiple events to be handled concurrently in an operating system and ensure…

Real-time operating systems (RTOS) allow for multiple events to be handled concurrently in an operating system and ensure that the system responds to events within predictable time limits.

Switched-mode power supplies utilized in data centers, industrial equipment, medical devices and other critical…

Switched-mode power supplies utilized in data centers, industrial equipment, medical devices and other critical applications are subjected to burn-in operation at full load over an extended period to detect and eliminate early failures and ensure reliable operation over the supply’s rated lifetime.

In any application that utilizes hydrogen fuel cells, it is essential for engineers to first create a test environment to…

In any application that utilizes hydrogen fuel cells, it is essential for engineers to first create a test environment to monitor important metrics, such as cell fuel, temperature, pressure, supply, and exhaust air.