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Infineon Debuts New MCU for Automotive Battery Management

Infineon Debuts New MCU for Automotive Battery Management

The new MCU is a highly integrated embedded system that monitors and manages automotive 12 V, lead-acid batteries.


News May 07, 2024 by Aaron Carman
Freeing EEs to Design Like Tony Stark

Freeing EEs to Design Like Tony Stark

Tomide Adesanmi, co-founder and CEO of Circuit Mind, aims to release engineers from the tyranny of reading datasheets, building spreadsheets, and drawing circuit symbols so they can focus on design innovation and circuit optimization.


Inductor Roundup: 3 New Inductors Boost Efficiency in Power Converters

Inductor Roundup: 3 New Inductors Boost Efficiency in Power Converters

In this roundup, we spotlight new inductors designed to reduce sources of inefficiency in modern power supplies.


News May 06, 2024 by Aaron Carman
New Vitrimer PCBs Can Be Recycled Many Times Over

New Vitrimer PCBs Can Be Recycled Many Times Over

With the goal of reducing e-waste, researchers at the University of Washington have created a working PCB based a on highly recyclable vitrimer base.


News May 06, 2024 by Duane Benson
Common-Mode Chokes: From Working Principles to Important Performance Parameters

Common-Mode Chokes: From Working Principles to Important Performance Parameters

Learn how these simple filters can help you combat common-mode noise with minimal degradation of the desired signal.


A Flash Back at Elihu Thomson, Founder of the U.S. Electrical Industry

A Flash Back at Elihu Thomson, Founder of the U.S. Electrical Industry

Elihu Thomson, a professor-turned-entrepreneur, made several critical discoveries in the field of alternating current (AC), filing more than 700 patents as an inventor. Here’s a look at his life and accomplishments. 


News May 03, 2024 by Arjun Nijhawan
New Circuit Tech Offers Advantages for EV Battery Packs

New Circuit Tech Offers Advantages for EV Battery Packs

Ennovi’s flexible die-cut circuit technology enables low-voltage connectivity in EV battery cell contacting systems.


News May 03, 2024 by Jake Hertz
Microchip’s New 32-bit MCUs Include Built-In Hardware Security Module

Microchip’s New 32-bit MCUs Include Built-In Hardware Security Module

New IoT security legislation is coming down the pipe. Microchip has released a mixed-range family of MCUs that keep data security and functional safety at the forefront.


News May 02, 2024 by Aaron Carman
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.


Nuvoton Pursues the Industrial Edge With New MPUs

Nuvoton Pursues the Industrial Edge With New MPUs

The new Arm 32/64-bit industrial microprocessors hit on computing performance, expansive connectivity, and tight security.


News May 01, 2024 by Duane Benson
Rohde & Schwarz NPA Power Meter | Fast Facts

Rohde & Schwarz NPA Power Meter | Fast Facts

The Rohde & Schwarz NPA power meter embodies comprehensive features within its compact class.


Würth Elektronik N Type Coaxial Connectors & Cable Assemblies | New Product Brief

Würth Elektronik N Type Coaxial Connectors & Cable Assemblies | New Product Brief

Würth Elektronik WR-NTYPE series offers a comprehensive selection of N Type Coaxial Connectors and Cable Assemblies, including PCB connectors, panel connectors, adapters, and pre-assembled cable solutions. Watch and learn all about their features, specs, applications, and more!


Switching Losses in Bipolar Junction Transistors

Switching Losses in Bipolar Junction Transistors

With the help of SPICE simulations, we examine two types of power dissipation that occur when BJTs are used as switches.


Microchip Ramps Security on Touchscreen Controllers for EV Chargers

Microchip Ramps Security on Touchscreen Controllers for EV Chargers

As the number of EVs on the road increases, Microchip has expanded its maXTouch touchscreen controller family to support the growing demand for touchscreen-based charging stations.


News Apr 30, 2024 by Arjun Nijhawan
The End of an Era: Zilog Discontinues the Z80 Microprocessor

The End of an Era: Zilog Discontinues the Z80 Microprocessor

Two years short of the Z80's 50th birthday, Zilog has called it curtains on the 8-bit MPU. What legacy does this microprocessor leave behind?


News Apr 30, 2024 by Duane Benson
ST, Toshiba, and Infineon Release Drivers for Manifold Motor Systems

ST, Toshiba, and Infineon Release Drivers for Manifold Motor Systems

In this roundup, we highlight three motor driver solutions for niche yet important automotive systems, from blowers to seat belt pre-tensioners.


News Apr 29, 2024 by Jake Hertz
Density Demands Push Memory Solutions to New Heights

Density Demands Push Memory Solutions to New Heights

From embedded systems to high-performance storage, the latest memory advancements are stacking skyward to maximize density and speed.


News Apr 29, 2024 by Aaron Carman
Introduction to MOSFET Switching Losses

Introduction to MOSFET Switching Losses

This article will help you optimize your switch-mode regulator and driver circuits by explaining important sources of MOSFET power dissipation.


3 Test and Measurement Tycoons Release Tools for Wireless and Beyond

3 Test and Measurement Tycoons Release Tools for Wireless and Beyond

Rohde & Schwarz, Teledyne FLIR, and Keysight Technologies have each released test tools for the lab and the field.


News Apr 26, 2024 by Jake Hertz
Meta’s New Large-Language Model to Run on Intel and Qualcomm Hardware

Meta’s New Large-Language Model to Run on Intel and Qualcomm Hardware

The open-source large-language model will soon be available on major hardware platforms.


News Apr 25, 2024 by Duane Benson