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Schematic Symbols for Electronic Components: Transistors

Schematic Symbols for Electronic Components: Transistors

This two-article series presents an overview of circuit symbols and also provides some information on the components themselves.


How to Reduce Ground Bounce: Mitigating Noise with PCB Design Best Practices

How to Reduce Ground Bounce: Mitigating Noise with PCB Design Best Practices

Learn what ground bounce is and how you can avoid it with design decisions from PCB layout to programming.


On-Chip Diagnostic Features: A Single-Channel 16-Bit DAC from Analog Devices

On-Chip Diagnostic Features: A Single-Channel 16-Bit DAC from Analog Devices

In this article, we’ll take a look at the Analog Devices AD5758, which is a single-channel DAC with dynamic power control and HART connectivity.


News Oct 23, 2018 by Dr. Steve Arar
Power Supply Monitoring and Sequencing in a Single Chip: New Power Sequencer from Analog Devices

Power Supply Monitoring and Sequencing in a Single Chip: New Power Sequencer from Analog Devices

This article will look at the most important features of the Analog Devices ADM1266, which is a configurable power sequencing device.


News Oct 16, 2018 by Dr. Steve Arar
How to Use Your Computer to Generate Complex Analog Waveforms

How to Use Your Computer to Generate Complex Analog Waveforms

This article presents Scilab code that allows you to generate I/Q, noise, and chirp signals from your PC’s headphone jack.


Resolving the Signal Part 9: Reducing Reference Noise in High-Resolution Delta-Sigma ADC Circuits

Resolving the Signal Part 9: Reducing Reference Noise in High-Resolution Delta-Sigma ADC Circuits

Part 9 of the Resolving the Signal series analyzes several different methods for reducing reference noise's effect in systems and examines the difference of reference noise's impact on low- and high-resolution ADCs.


Digital Signal Processing in Scilab: Understanding Phase Misalignment in FSK Decoding

Digital Signal Processing in Scilab: Understanding Phase Misalignment in FSK Decoding

In this article we’ll use Scilab to explore the effect of unpredictable phase variations in a demodulated frequency-shift-keying baseband signal.


Digital Signal Processing in Scilab: How to Remove Noise in Recordings with Audio Processing Filters

Digital Signal Processing in Scilab: How to Remove Noise in Recordings with Audio Processing Filters

This article is an introduction to the complex topic of DSP-based reduction of noise in audio signals.


How to Perform Frequency Modulation with a Digitized Audio Signal

How to Perform Frequency Modulation with a Digitized Audio Signal

In this article, we’ll use Scilab to create an FM waveform that carries information corresponding to an audio recording.


The Power of Transistor Density: A Look at AMD, Intel, and How Moore’s Law Is Affecting the Market

The Power of Transistor Density: A Look at AMD, Intel, and How Moore’s Law Is Affecting the Market

While chip company business dealings and endless research into nanometer transistors can sometimes seem worlds apart, here are some consequences of how engineers' battle with Moore's Law directly affects the industry.


News Sep 11, 2018 by David Jones
How to Build a Class-D Power Amp

How to Build a Class-D Power Amp

Learn how to build your own Class D power amplifier—one of the most efficient ways to listen to music.


Projects Aug 29, 2018 by Cezar Chirila
Resolving the Signal Part 8: How Voltage Reference Noise Affects Delta Sigma ADCs

Resolving the Signal Part 8: How Voltage Reference Noise Affects Delta Sigma ADCs

Part 8 of the Resolving the Signal series dives further into how different noise sources impact precision delta-sigma ADCs by focusing on reference noise and ADC noise, and how gain affects reference noise.


Measure Position and Speed Control of a DC Motor Using an Analog PID Controller

Measure Position and Speed Control of a DC Motor Using an Analog PID Controller

This article shows how to implement an analog PID controller, including adjusting of the angular position of a DC motor shaft, editing the design to control its speed, and tuning PID parameters for reliable performance.


Overvoltage Protection for Harsh Industrial Environments: An Analog Devices RS485/RS422 Transceiver

Overvoltage Protection for Harsh Industrial Environments: An Analog Devices RS485/RS422 Transceiver

LTC2879X is an Analog Devices RS485/RS422 transceiver which offers robust operation in industrial environments up to 175°C.


News Aug 13, 2018 by Dr. Steve Arar
Choosing the Right Transistor: Understanding Low-Frequency MOSFET Parameters

Choosing the Right Transistor: Understanding Low-Frequency MOSFET Parameters

This article provides an overview of various characteristics and specifications that are relevant to low-frequency MOSFET operation.


Sending ICs to Space: An Isolated Error Amplifier from Analog Devices

Sending ICs to Space: An Isolated Error Amplifier from Analog Devices

The ADuM3190S is an isolated error amplifier intended for use with linear feedback power supplies. The transfer function of this device is stable over a wide temperature range and over the lifetime of the device.


News Jul 19, 2018 by Mark Hughes
Evaluating the Robustness of 1200 V SiC MOSFETs Under Short Circuit Conditions

Evaluating the Robustness of 1200 V SiC MOSFETs Under Short Circuit Conditions

Are SiC MOSFETs the best answer for maximizing a power converter's efficiency? This article explores a recent study performed on a 1200 V, 80 mΩ SiC MOSFET, highlighting its short circuit capabilities.


How To Minimize Sensing Measurement Error

How To Minimize Sensing Measurement Error

In this how-to video, we’ll discuss the importance of op-amp noise performance in sensing applications.


Altitude Data for Drone Navigation: A Compact Barometric Pressure Sensor and Thermometer from Bosch

Altitude Data for Drone Navigation: A Compact Barometric Pressure Sensor and Thermometer from Bosch

The BMP388 is a digital MEMS barometer and thermometer in a 2mm x 2mm x 0.8mm package.


News Jul 11, 2018 by Mark Hughes
An ADC for Low-Power Data Acquisition Designs: A DC-to-204 kHz, Configurable ADC from Analog Devices

An ADC for Low-Power Data Acquisition Designs: A DC-to-204 kHz, Configurable ADC from Analog Devices

This article will look at some of the most important features of the AD7768-1, a new ADC from Analog Devices that is intended for low-power data acquisition (DAQ) designs.


News Jul 10, 2018 by Dr. Steve Arar