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Using QSPICE to Understand and Tune an LED Blinker Circuit

Using QSPICE to Understand and Tune an LED Blinker Circuit

In this article, we examine the oscillation behavior of an LED blinker circuit in QSPICE and learn how to control its ON-time and pulse repetition frequency.


Introduction to SLiCAP for Analog Circuit Design

Introduction to SLiCAP for Analog Circuit Design

Learn how to design and verify analog circuits using SLiCAP, a Python-based symbolic simulator program.


Remembering Charles Sporck, the Johnny Appleseed of Fabs

Remembering Charles Sporck, the Johnny Appleseed of Fabs

It takes more than physicists and electrical engineers to advance the semiconductor industry. Charles Sporck, ME, helped drive the early days of the tech industry with production, operations, and management expertise.


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Transferring SPICE Models From LTspice to QSPICE

Transferring SPICE Models From LTspice to QSPICE

In this article, we'll walk through the process of importing SPICE models into QSPICE and demonstrate the basics of using the QSPICE waveform viewer, including measurement markers.


Understanding Switching Losses in Class E Amplifiers

Understanding Switching Losses in Class E Amplifiers

In this article, we examine how non-zero switch transition times impact the efficiency of a Class E power amplifier.


Transferring LTspice Schematics to QSPICE

Transferring LTspice Schematics to QSPICE

In this article, we'll walk through the process of moving an LTspice circuit into QSPICE and learn some QSPICE schematic techniques.


Harmonic Suppression in Low-Q Class E Amplifiers

Harmonic Suppression in Low-Q Class E Amplifiers

In this article, we examine the filtering requirements of Class E power amplifiers with less-than-ideal Q-factors.


How To Withstand Electrical Stresses in Modern Op Amps

How To Withstand Electrical Stresses in Modern Op Amps

When designing amplifier circuits, it can be a challenge to avoid an overvoltage event at the amplifier. Learn the multiple options you have for preventing damage and when an overvoltage event occurs.


Introduction to QSPICE for LTspice Users

Introduction to QSPICE for LTspice Users

This article, the first in a four-part series on moving from LTspice to QSPICE, introduces an LED blinker circuit that we’ll simulate with both programs.


Unraveling the Design Equations of the Class E Power Amplifier

Unraveling the Design Equations of the Class E Power Amplifier

In this article, we analyze the operation of the Class E amplifier and examine the underlying assumptions of its design equations.


Evolving Beyond Single-Processor Embedded Systems for IoT Edge Sensor Nodes

Evolving Beyond Single-Processor Embedded Systems for IoT Edge Sensor Nodes

Learn how system partitioning can optimize IoT edge sensor node operation by intelligently separating the analog sensors that measure slowly varying signals from the communication networks using high-speed digital signals.


Load Network Response and Design Equations for the Class E Power Amplifier

Load Network Response and Design Equations for the Class E Power Amplifier

Designing a Class E RF amplifier? Learn how to choose the correct level of damping and calculate the optimum component values for your circuit.


Class E Power Amplifiers: Waveform Engineering for Superior Performance

Class E Power Amplifiers: Waveform Engineering for Superior Performance

Class E RF amplifiers are designed to produce switch waveforms with a specific set of characteristics. In this article, we discuss the advantages and limitations of these waveforms.


Introduction to the Class E Power Amplifier

Introduction to the Class E Power Amplifier

Learn how Class E amplifiers improve on the efficiency of Class D amplifiers at RF frequencies.


Building a Resistor Color Code Calculator and Ohmmeter Using Arduino

Building a Resistor Color Code Calculator and Ohmmeter Using Arduino

For this project, I built a handheld resistor color code calculator and ohmmeter using the ATmega328 microcontroller and a 1.8-inch color LCD display.


Understanding the Transformer-Coupled Current-Switching Class D Amplifier

Understanding the Transformer-Coupled Current-Switching Class D Amplifier

In this article, we’ll learn about the transformer-coupled current-switching Class D amplifier. Once we understand its operation, we'll compare its performance with two voltage-switching Class D configurations.


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.


Understanding the Transformer-Coupled Voltage-Switching Class D Amplifier

Understanding the Transformer-Coupled Voltage-Switching Class D Amplifier

In this article, we'll learn how the transformer-coupled voltage-switching Class D amplifier works and highlight some of its advantages.


Understanding Class D Amplifier Non-Idealities: Reactive Loads and Parasitic Capacitances

Understanding Class D Amplifier Non-Idealities: Reactive Loads and Parasitic Capacitances

In this article, we'll learn about two important non-idealities of Class D power amplifiers and how they affect performance.


Understanding the Effect of Diode Reverse Recovery in Class D Amplifiers

Understanding the Effect of Diode Reverse Recovery in Class D Amplifiers

With the help of SPICE simulations, this article explores the impact of diode reverse recovery on Class D amplifier performance.