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Rohm Claims ‘Smallest’ Terahertz Wave Oscillation and Detection Devices

Rohm Claims ‘Smallest’ Terahertz Wave Oscillation and Detection Devices

You thought mmWave was high frequency? Rohm's new devices bring Terahertz into the realm of practicality.


News Jan 24, 2025 by Aaron Carman
CES Exclusive: Why SiTime Believes Silicon Is the Future of Timing

CES Exclusive: Why SiTime Believes Silicon Is the Future of Timing

In an exclusive interview with the SiTime team, we discussed the benefits of MEMS-based timing solutions over their quartz-oscillator counterparts.


News Jan 21, 2025 by Jake Hertz
Easing Data Center Burdens, SiTime Launches Differential-Ended Oscillator

Easing Data Center Burdens, SiTime Launches Differential-Ended Oscillator

The new differential-ended oscillator is the company’s first specifically designed to optimize efficiency in AI data centers.


News Jan 16, 2025 by Jake Hertz
Create Your Own Stylus-Controlled Synthesizer

Create Your Own Stylus-Controlled Synthesizer

In this project article, we'll use a 555 timer IC to build an iconic musical instrument from the early days of synthesizers.


The BBC Micro:bit Adjustable Brightness Alarm: A Radio Shack Remix

The BBC Micro:bit Adjustable Brightness Alarm: A Radio Shack Remix

In this project article, we’ll create a programmable device that alerts users to changes in ambient light levels. Along the way, we’ll learn about astable multivibrators and the Darlington pair.


Projects Nov 20, 2024 by Don Wilcher
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 the Common-Drain Amplifier: Small-Signal Behavior

Introduction to the Common-Drain Amplifier: Small-Signal Behavior

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.


SiTime Introduces ‘Smallest and Lowest Power’ 32 kHz Crystal Oscillator

SiTime Introduces ‘Smallest and Lowest Power’ 32 kHz Crystal Oscillator

The new oscillator chip delivers low power consumption and ±20 ppm frequency stability to small IoT devices in a 1.2 mm x 1.1 mm QFN package


News Jul 22, 2024 by Duane Benson
The Wireless Alphabet Flasher: A Radio Shack Classics Circuit Remix

The Wireless Alphabet Flasher: A Radio Shack Classics Circuit Remix

In this project, we mix the old and the new by integrating present-day BLE technology with a vintage Science Fair computer kit.


Projects Jul 21, 2024 by Don Wilcher
How To Use SMT Adapter Modules for Advanced IC Package Transitioning

How To Use SMT Adapter Modules for Advanced IC Package Transitioning

Learn how surface-mount adapter evaluation modules (EVMs) help ease the transition to analog ICs with advanced package types.


SiTime Trumpets New Integrated Clock Chip as a First for AI Data Centers

SiTime Trumpets New Integrated Clock Chip as a First for AI Data Centers

The new SiTime data center clock chip delivers 10x higher performance than quartz crystal-based devices in half the space.


News Apr 22, 2024 by Duane Benson
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.


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
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.


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.


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.