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Op Amp Slew Rate and Rise Time Explained

Op Amp Slew Rate and Rise Time Explained

To avoid distortion and slow transitions in an operational amplifier's output signal, it's important to understand slew rate. In this article, we examine its causes and effects.


All About Circuits Looks Ahead at Embedded World 2024

All About Circuits Looks Ahead at Embedded World 2024

Check out the technologies and products these leading companies plan to showcase at next week's Embedded World trade show in Nuremberg, Germany.


News Apr 03, 2024 by Jeff Child
A Q&A With Renowned Neuromorphic Chip Designer Chiara Bartolozzi

A Q&A With Renowned Neuromorphic Chip Designer Chiara Bartolozzi

For our final feature celebrating Women’s History Month, we interviewed Chiara Bartolozzi, a senior researcher moving the needle in neuromorphic engineering.


News Mar 29, 2024 by Ingrid Fadelli
Energy-Conscious MCUs From Renesas Feature Robust Analog Support

Energy-Conscious MCUs From Renesas Feature Robust Analog Support

The new MCUs focus on power efficiency and high-accuracy analog-to-digital conversion.


News Mar 26, 2024 by Jake Hertz
Understanding RF Calibration Using Short, Open, Load, and Through Terminations

Understanding RF Calibration Using Short, Open, Load, and Through Terminations

In this article, we conclude our discussion of VNAs by walking through the steps of a SOLT calibration and examining the potential non-idealities of its reference standards.


Researchers Develop Compact Chips That Convert Light Into Microwaves

Researchers Develop Compact Chips That Convert Light Into Microwaves

Leveraging the higher quality of optical electronics, researchers have created a low-noise microwave oscillator using photonics.


News Mar 21, 2024 by Aaron Carman
Understanding Output Signal Swing in Op Amps

Understanding Output Signal Swing in Op Amps

Learn about the characteristics and limitations of an operational amplifier’s output voltage range.


Understanding Input Signal Swing in Op Amps

Understanding Input Signal Swing in Op Amps

This article, the first in a two-part series on op amp signal swing, explains the characteristics and limitations of an operational amplifier’s input voltages.


Frequency Response of the MOSFET Common-Source Amplifier

Frequency Response of the MOSFET Common-Source Amplifier

In this article, we learn about the frequency response of the MOSFET common-source amplifier by examining its s-domain transfer function.


STMicro, ADI, and Rohm Release New Op Amps for Industrial Applications

STMicro, ADI, and Rohm Release New Op Amps for Industrial Applications

Three new op amps bring low offset, low drift, and wide gain bandwidth for industrial designers.


News Feb 27, 2024 by Aaron Carman
Black History Month Spotlight: Celebrating ‘Black Edison’ Granville Woods

Black History Month Spotlight: Celebrating ‘Black Edison’ Granville Woods

To celebrate Black History Month, we spotlight American engineer Granville T. Woods, who held more than 50 patents and invented the Synchronous Multiplex Railway Telegraph.


News Feb 26, 2024 by Duane Benson
Introduction to the MOSFET Common-Source Amplifier

Introduction to the MOSFET Common-Source Amplifier

In this article, we cover the basic behavior of the MOSFET common-source amplifier with different types of load.


KYOCERA-AVX OCXO Oscillator | New Product Brief

KYOCERA-AVX OCXO Oscillator | New Product Brief

KYOCERA AVX's OCXO Oscillators offer a versatile selection, featuring multiple package sizes suitable for various mounting applications and characterized by minimal aging rates. Watch and learn all about their features, specs, applications, and more!


How to Estimate and Enhance the Dynamic Range of a Vector Network Analyzer

How to Estimate and Enhance the Dynamic Range of a Vector Network Analyzer

This article explains how to estimate the dynamic range a vector network analyzer (VNA) needs for a given measurement, then discusses four techniques for boosting the dynamic range to the required level.


Understanding the Significance of Dynamic Range and Spurious-Free Dynamic Range

Understanding the Significance of Dynamic Range and Spurious-Free Dynamic Range

In this article, we investigate two metrics used to characterize the performance of RF test and measurement systems.


TDK LAMBDA RGC Series DC-DC Buck-Boost Converters | New Product Brief

TDK LAMBDA RGC Series DC-DC Buck-Boost Converters | New Product Brief

The TDK-Lambda RGC Series Non-Isolated DC-DC Buck-Boost Converters provide a versatile power solution tailored for fanless conduction-cooled applications. Watch and learn all about their features, specs, applications, and more!


Understanding the Inner Workings of Vector Network Analyzers

Understanding the Inner Workings of Vector Network Analyzers

In this article, we explore how the signal source and receivers of a VNA enable its function.


Understanding RF Power Measurement Errors in Directional Couplers

Understanding RF Power Measurement Errors in Directional Couplers

Directional couplers are valuable tools for testing RF systems. However, the finite directivity of these devices can cause measurement uncertainty. Learn more in this article.


Balun Basics and Practical Performance Parameters

Balun Basics and Practical Performance Parameters

Learn about the balun, a special type of transformer used in mixers, amplifiers, and signaling.


Introduction to the Directional Coupler for RF Applications

Introduction to the Directional Coupler for RF Applications

As part of a vector network analyzer (VNA), a directional coupler enables us to characterize a device’s performance by its S-parameters. Read this article to learn more about this important piece of equipment.