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The Statistical Nature of Noise Analysis: An Introduction

The Statistical Nature of Noise Analysis: An Introduction

This article is an intuitive introduction to the statistical nature of noise and the basic calculations required to combine noise sources in a circuit.


Linear Technology / Analog Devices µModule Regulators | Featured Product Spotlight

Linear Technology / Analog Devices µModule Regulators | Featured Product Spotlight

These are ideal for use in servers and cloud computing, high-performance computing, and more.


LTspice for Nyquist Plot Analysis

LTspice for Nyquist Plot Analysis

This article explains how to generate and refine a Nyquist plot in LTspice and how to incorporate this plot into your AC analysis.


Introduction to Bandgap Voltage References

Introduction to Bandgap Voltage References

This article presents some basic information about bandgap circuits, which are widely used to generate temperature independent reference voltages.


How to Use Nyquist Plots for Stability Analysis

How to Use Nyquist Plots for Stability Analysis

In this article, we’ll see that a Nyquist plot provides a straightforward means of determining if an amplifier will oscillate.


Understanding Nyquist Plots for Second-Order Filters

Understanding Nyquist Plots for Second-Order Filters

This article continues a series on Nyquist diagrams by explaining Nyquist curves that represent the transfer function of a two-pole filter.


Understanding Cutoff Frequency in a Nyquist Plot

Understanding Cutoff Frequency in a Nyquist Plot

This article continues our exploration of the Nyquist plot by examining the relationship between the plot’s curve and a filter’s cutoff frequency.


Low-Noise Voltage References: Understanding the Noise Performance of a Voltage Reference IC

Low-Noise Voltage References: Understanding the Noise Performance of a Voltage Reference IC

Working with a low noise voltage reference? Learn more about noise specifications and relevant voltage reference ICs.


Using LTSpice for Amplifier Noise Measurement

Using LTSpice for Amplifier Noise Measurement

Learn how to measure noise using LTspice for op-amp circuits with handy examples.


How to Use a Nyquist Plot for AC Analysis

How to Use a Nyquist Plot for AC Analysis

This article introduces the Nyquist plot and explains how to interpret this alternative method of visually evaluating a system’s frequency response.


“Speeding the Launch of Autonomous Sensing”: Analog Devices and First Sensor Announce Team Up

“Speeding the Launch of Autonomous Sensing”: Analog Devices and First Sensor Announce Team Up

While LiDAR is less prevalent at Sensors Expo 2019 than 2018, ADI and First Sensor have announced a partnership for autonomous LiDAR applications.


News Jun 27, 2019 by Gary Elinoff
New SiC FET Option for EV Charging Applications from UnitedSiC Adds 4-Lead Kelvin Device

New SiC FET Option for EV Charging Applications from UnitedSiC Adds 4-Lead Kelvin Device

Designing an EV charging power system? UnitedSiC just served up an SiC FET option with you in mind.


News Jun 24, 2019 by Gary Elinoff
Fairview Microwave Announces New Series of UHF Waveguide Antennas for R&D Applications

Fairview Microwave Announces New Series of UHF Waveguide Antennas for R&D Applications

This expansive family of antennas is designed for laboratory settings (including R&D and military applications) for 40 GHz to 220 GHz bands.


News Jun 21, 2019 by Gary Elinoff
Analog Devices MEMS Accelerometers | New Product Brief

Analog Devices MEMS Accelerometers | New Product Brief

Learn how the ADXL1000 series are ideal for vibration measurements in industrial applications.


How to Troubleshoot a DC-DC Buck Converter

How to Troubleshoot a DC-DC Buck Converter

This article addresses troubleshooting a staple of electronic systems that don’t always work as planned: switch-mode, low-voltage, DC-DC, single-phase, non-isolated, basic buck converter circuits.


An Introduction to Ground: Earth Ground, Common Ground, Analog Ground, and Digital Ground

An Introduction to Ground: Earth Ground, Common Ground, Analog Ground, and Digital Ground

Learn about the basics of grounds, grounding, and ground symbols. Not all grounds are created equal. In this article, we'll discuss earth ground, common ground, analog ground, and digital ground.


DC-DC Buck Converter Design Tips and Tricks

DC-DC Buck Converter Design Tips and Tricks

This article will go over some general tips you can use when designing a DC-DC buck converter.


Decompensated Operational Amplifiers

Decompensated Operational Amplifiers

Learn more about decompensated vs. fully-compensated op-amps and external methods of achieving compensation.


Miller Frequency Compensation: How to Use Miller Capacitance for Op-Amp Compensation

Miller Frequency Compensation: How to Use Miller Capacitance for Op-Amp Compensation

Miller capacitance is commonly used in a method for operational amplifier frequency compensation.


Shunt Capacitance Compensation in Operational Amplifiers

Shunt Capacitance Compensation in Operational Amplifiers

In this article, we'll discuss how shunt capacitance can be used to achieve frequency compensation in op-amps and we'll also see why this is not the preferred technique.