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.
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.
The common-drain amplifier is a single-stage configuration that uses the gate as its input and the source as its output.…
The common-drain amplifier is a single-stage configuration that uses the gate as its input and the source as its output. Learn about its small-signal characteristics in this article.
TDK YFF 3-Terminal Filters offers ultra-low equivalent series inductance (ESL) solutions, designed to replace traditional…
TDK YFF 3-Terminal Filters offers ultra-low equivalent series inductance (ESL) solutions, designed to replace traditional multi-component LC circuits with an innovative structure. Watch and learn all about their features, specs, applications, and more!
This project covers two fascinating and useful circuit design techniques—the Burton Transform and Dualling—that allow…
This project covers two fascinating and useful circuit design techniques—the Burton Transform and Dualling—that allow us to transform a passive network into an active network while building an audio noise filter.
Learn how these simple filters can help you combat common-mode noise with minimal degradation of the desired signal.
Learn how these simple filters can help you combat common-mode noise with minimal degradation of the desired signal.
Learn how surface-mount adapter evaluation modules (EVMs) help ease the transition to analog ICs with advanced package types.
Learn how surface-mount adapter evaluation modules (EVMs) help ease the transition to analog ICs with advanced package types.
In this article, we conclude our discussion of VNAs by walking through the steps of a SOLT calibration and examining the…
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.
In this article, we learn about the frequency response of the MOSFET common-source amplifier by examining its s-domain…
In this article, we learn about the frequency response of the MOSFET common-source amplifier by examining its s-domain transfer function.
This article explains how to estimate the dynamic range a vector network analyzer (VNA) needs for a given measurement,…
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.
In this article, we investigate two metrics used to characterize the performance of RF test and measurement systems.
In this article, we investigate two metrics used to characterize the performance of RF test and measurement systems.
The small-signal characteristics of MOSFETs play an important role in analog IC design. In this article, we learn how to…
The small-signal characteristics of MOSFETs play an important role in analog IC design. In this article, we learn how to model MOS transistors' small-signal behaviors.
This project will cover the design, construction, and testing of an analog filter meeting the ITU-R BS.468-4…
This project will cover the design, construction, and testing of an analog filter meeting the ITU-R BS.468-4 specification, which aims to evaluate the disturbing effects of noise on audio broadcast signals.
Learn five alternatives to spread spectrum for EMI mitigation in switched-mode power supplies: passive and active EMI…
Learn five alternatives to spread spectrum for EMI mitigation in switched-mode power supplies: passive and active EMI filtering, slew rate control, advanced packaging, and PCB layout optimization.
On Thanksgiving today, Jeff reflects on how electronics technology enables all our amazing devices, and shares six useful…
On Thanksgiving today, Jeff reflects on how electronics technology enables all our amazing devices, and shares six useful All About Circuits online resources to be thankful for.
In this project, we design an A-weighted analog noise filter for audio frequencies. The filter provides a variable…
In this project, we design an A-weighted analog noise filter for audio frequencies. The filter provides a variable frequency gain response that is similar to that of our hearing.
KEMET GTX Three-Phase Metal Box EMI-RFI Filters are specifically engineered to meet diverse three-phase EMC requirements…
KEMET GTX Three-Phase Metal Box EMI-RFI Filters are specifically engineered to meet diverse three-phase EMC requirements for current ranges spanning from 30 to 60 Amps. Watch and learn all about their features, specs, applications, and more!
The Keysight EDA 2024 tool suite promises to provide end-to-end design, modeling. and simulation with “shift left”…
The Keysight EDA 2024 tool suite promises to provide end-to-end design, modeling. and simulation with “shift left” workflow tools designed to increase productivity in the RF/5G world.
Switching noise jitter (SNJ) is an important concept to digest and a tricky problem to manage. Learn the background of…
Switching noise jitter (SNJ) is an important concept to digest and a tricky problem to manage. Learn the background of SNJ and how employing innovative filtering technology can smooth the way.
This article presents the design of an unweighted (Z-weighted) audio filter with a flat frequency response from 20 Hz to…
This article presents the design of an unweighted (Z-weighted) audio filter with a flat frequency response from 20 Hz to 20 kHz for the measurement of audio noise.
This project demonstrates the design and operation of a root-mean-squared (RMS) detector for inclusion in a wideband…
This project demonstrates the design and operation of a root-mean-squared (RMS) detector for inclusion in a wideband voltmeter. The RMS detector is useful for measuring certain signal types, including noise, since it provides an indication of the energy in a signal.
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