Latest Solid State Industry White Papers

The DDRx Memory Interface is the Most Complicated Modern Bus

DDRx memory interfaces are key enablers for the technology that shapes modern life. Servers, computers, smartphones, gaming consoles, and GPS systems are just some of the products that demand high-speed, high-bandwidth, double-data-rate memory. Each generation of DDRx DRAM brings new advantages that allow for faster, higher-capacity, and lower-power-consumption products.

Jitter Budgeting for Clock Distribution Networks in High-Speed PHYs and SerDes

High speed PHYs, such as industry’s recent DDR5/LPDDR5 operating at 6400 Mbps and high-speed SerDes, heavily rely on on-die clock distribution networks for clock and data transmission.

Ensuring Uninterrupted Power in Server Applications Devices

In today’s hyper-connected world, transmitting and receiving information between different locations has become commonplace. The internet has provided access to unlimited streams of information accessible on mobile phones, personal computers, gaming consoles, wearables, and more.

System Level Verification and Debug of DDR3/4 Memory Designs

Benefits of Adding Computational Storage to Traditional Devices and Systems

AND9988/D VE-Trac Dual Technical Guide

This paper introduces onsemi's VE−Trac Dual family of power modules - an automotive-qualified line of products specifically designed for EV traction inverters.

How to Measure and Reduce Common Mode EMI in Electric Drive Installations

Discover a simple and reliable way to accurately measure and reduce common mode EMI in electric drive installations.

RSL10 Smart Shot Color Camera Guide

This guide provides instructions for using the RSL10 Smart Shot Color Camera and accompanying mobile application.

In Search of Life on the Exoplanets and the Dark Quest

This whitepaper takes a closer look at how the ADC brings together space and ground-based telescopes in search of answers to the biggest questions that we have about our universe.

How Smart Sensors Can Reduce Food Waste in the Retail Supply Chain

Explore a solution based around DeviceOn Module, which is a smart, wireless, out of the box sensor connectivity solution that solves challenges facing the retail supply chain.

Modeling ECD With Machine Learning to Improve CMP Simulation

This white paper investigates the use of advanced machine learning (ML) modeling techniques to predict complicated topography variations. It also provides a demonstration of the application of various ML methods to model surface profiles after ECD. The resource showcases results that determine which architectures and models provide the best combination of running time and accuracy.

Improving T/R Module Test Accuracy and Throughput

Phased arrays have been used in radar applications for many decades. Recent trends are driving their adoption into other applications such as electronic warfare (EW), satellite systems and even 5G communications.

Innovative High-Current Power MOSFET Packaging Solutions

This white paper guides readers through choosing which of the three available packages is the right fit for their design, and why the Infineon TOLx package family, available in OptiMOS™ 5 technology, is particularly suitable for various applications.

Oscilloscope Fundamentals

This white paper briefly discusses the history of the oscilloscope as well as, its transition from analog to digital, types of digital oscilloscopes and their major subsystems, key benchmark specifications, and measurements. This primer also gives insight into the most important specifications to consider when using an oscilloscope — beyond the banner specs.

Universal USB-C Charger Designs Enabled by Programmable Power Supply

This paper provides an overview of the USB Type-C and power delivery specifications, programmable power supply (PPS) considerations, and how a typical battery charging system works.

Reliable, Stable Programmable Power Drives Advanced Semiconductor Equipment

Semiconductor availability is running at a frightening shortage, but demand for the equipment to support production is at an all-time high with many manufacturers planning to expand their capacity. Programmable power supplies will serve a key role in the new semiconductor manufacturing equipment coming online in the months ahead, spanning frontend ion implantation machines to backend burn-in and test systems.

Using Bidirectional Programmable DC Power Supplies For Battery Testing

This application note provides a closer look at the PSB bidirectional programmable DC power supply series by EA Elektro-Automatik. The reader will learn how the PSB bidirectional supply can seamlessly switch between providing power to charge the battery and controlling the discharge of the battery. This resource also provides guidance on building a robust battery test system to ensure the safety and proper functioning of all test equipment and batteries under test.

How to Create an Low−Power Bluetooth LE Asset Tag

Learn more about how Bluetooth LE offers a variety of value−added services required for B2B, including environmental logging, cold−chain management, and accurate real−time localization.

Evaluation Boards: Simplifying the Circuit Design Process

In this whitepaper, learn more about the challenges in circuit design and how to simplify the process.

Delivering on the EV Range Extension Promise of SiC in Traction Inverters

This white paper explains how looking holistically at all elements in the EV power train helps identify opportunities to improve EV and enhance overall power efficiency, leading to a longer EV driving range.

Machine Learning Goes Mainstream

Developing ML, deep learning and neural network applications traditionally has been the domain of data scientists and AI experts. But this is changing as more ML tools and technologies have become available to abstract away some of the complexity of developing machine learning applications. Read what's possible now.

Isolated vs. Non-Isolated Power Converters

In short, an isolated power converter isolates the input from the output by electrically and physically separating the circuit into two sections preventing direct current ow between input and output, typically achieved by using a transformer.

Meeting the Design Requirements for Bi-directional-capable On-board Charging (OBC)

This white paper explores the changing expectations of OBCs, the semiconductor technologies used and their unique capabilities, and how such designs are tackled using today’s preferred power conversion topologies.

Gate Drive Solutions for CoolGaN™ 600 V HEMTs

This paper explains the gate drive requirements for Infineon’s CoolGaN™ 600 V e-mode HEMTs. Various driving solutions are discussed, ranging from the standard RC-coupled driver to a new differential drive concept utilizing dedicated gate driver ICs. In half-bridge topologies, a hybrid configuration combining isolated and non-isolated drivers could be an exciting alternative. Practical application examples and circuit schematics complement the paper.

Severe Environment Testing For Connectors

Electrical interconnects are used in a wide variety of industries and within a myriad of storage and operating conditions. Because of this, many Electronic Original Equipment Manufacturers (EOEM’s) require extensive testing on the interconnects to ensure they function as intended for their application. Severe Environment Testing (SET) was developed to give designers the confidence needed to design them into their systems.