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Switchcraft DC Power Connectors - BKZ Series | Tech Specs

Switchcraft DC Power Connectors - BKZ Series | Tech Specs

This episode of Tech Specs is part of a video series highlighting the features, applications, and technical specs of newly-released products.


new products Oct 23, 2019 by TTI, Inc
New Wi-Fi 6, 5G, mm Wave Antennas Unveiled by Antenna Company at MCW19

New Wi-Fi 6, 5G, mm Wave Antennas Unveiled by Antenna Company at MCW19

A new 64 antenna 5G DRA covers 24-30 GHz frequency bands, MIMO device is aimed at Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax).


News Oct 23, 2019 by Gary Elinoff
Determining Copper Trace Thickness in PCB Design

Determining Copper Trace Thickness in PCB Design

This article discusses the issues surrounding trace-width calculation and provides a solid foundation for designing your next high-current net.


Amphenol ICC OSFP Interconnect System | New Product Brief

Amphenol ICC OSFP Interconnect System | New Product Brief

This New Product Brief (NPB) is part of a video series highlighting the features, applications, and technical specs of newly-released products.


US-based Mobile World Conference 2019 Kicks off in Los Angeles, Doubles Down on 5G, AI, and IoT

US-based Mobile World Conference 2019 Kicks off in Los Angeles, Doubles Down on 5G, AI, and IoT

MWC2019 Los Angeles begins today, giving us a chance to reflect on the past 10 months in connectivity.


News Oct 22, 2019 by Gary Elinoff
How to Build an Analog Sensor and Analog Output Using Microchip’s RN487x Bluetooth Module

How to Build an Analog Sensor and Analog Output Using Microchip’s RN487x Bluetooth Module

Learn how to hook up an analog input (potentiometer) and output (LED) using a Microchip BLE module.


Projects Oct 21, 2019 by Aaron Hanson
Omron W7ED Touch Sensor | Tech Specs

Omron W7ED Touch Sensor | Tech Specs

This episode of Tech Specs is part of a video series highlighting the features, applications, and technical specs of newly-released products.


new products Oct 21, 2019 by TTI, Inc
Reader Question: What Is the Most Difficult Specialty Within Electrical Engineering?

Reader Question: What Is the Most Difficult Specialty Within Electrical Engineering?

There are some disciplines that many call "black magic"—but which is the most difficult field an EE can pursue?


News Oct 21, 2019 by Kate Smith
A Case for Renewables with Solar Photovoltaics: A Power Engineer’s Perspective

A Case for Renewables with Solar Photovoltaics: A Power Engineer’s Perspective

Why should we consider solar in design? Here's an argument put together by a power engineer.


X-FABs Adds NVM to Its 180nm BCD-on-SOI Platform

X-FABs Adds NVM to Its 180nm BCD-on-SOI Platform

Robust NVM (non-volatile memory) can now more easily co-exist with power functions on the same chip.


News Oct 18, 2019 by Gary Elinoff
Introduction to the Advanced Extensible Interface (AXI)

Introduction to the Advanced Extensible Interface (AXI)

This article will introduce the Advanced Extensible Interface (AXI), an extension of AMBA.


Omron E2E Next Series Proximity Sensors | Tech Specs

Omron E2E Next Series Proximity Sensors | Tech Specs

This episode of Tech Specs is part of a video series highlighting the features, applications, and technical specs of newly-released products.


new products Oct 17, 2019 by TTI, Inc
STMicroelectronics Unveils New Series of Secure Payment SoCs

STMicroelectronics Unveils New Series of Secure Payment SoCs

ST's new secure payment SoCs aim to increase contactless performance and protection while reducing power demand.


News Oct 17, 2019 by Gary Elinoff
u-blox Expands Its Bluetooth Portfolio with Three New BLE Modules

u-blox Expands Its Bluetooth Portfolio with Three New BLE Modules

New members of the BMD product series encompass both indoor and long-range Bluetooth solutions.


News Oct 16, 2019 by Gary Elinoff
How to Select the Right Aluminum Electrolytic Capacitor

How to Select the Right Aluminum Electrolytic Capacitor

Learn the characteristics of aluminum electrolytic capacitors and tips on how to properly select one for use in electrical designs.


KOA Speer RN73x Thin Film | Tech Specs

KOA Speer RN73x Thin Film | Tech Specs

This episode of Tech Specs is part of a video series highlighting the features, applications, and technical specs of newly-released products.


new products Oct 15, 2019 by TTI, Inc
ST and Mikroe Collaborate on “Click Boards” for STSPIN Motor Driver ICs in Embedded Systems

ST and Mikroe Collaborate on “Click Boards” for STSPIN Motor Driver ICs in Embedded Systems

The newly announced Click board series extends the reach of ST's STSPIN motor driver ICs into the Mikroe ecosystem.


News Oct 14, 2019 by Gary Elinoff
How to Build a Digital Input and Digital Control Using Microchip’s RN487x Bluetooth Module

How to Build a Digital Input and Digital Control Using Microchip’s RN487x Bluetooth Module

Learn how to use a Microchip module to prototype digital input and digital control peripherals.


Projects Oct 13, 2019 by Aaron Hanson
Sensors and Controls with the RN487x Bluetooth Module from Microchip

Sensors and Controls with the RN487x Bluetooth Module from Microchip

Learn about the RN487x family of Bluetooth modules and how to configure them for your low-power peripheral projects.


BehrTech and MAJiK Systems Devise a Brownfield, IIoT Solution for Legacy PLCs

BehrTech and MAJiK Systems Devise a Brownfield, IIoT Solution for Legacy PLCs

Legacy systems can now reap the benefits of the Industrial Internet of Things without PLC reprogramming.


News Oct 11, 2019 by Gary Elinoff