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A Dual 38W Power Amplifier: A Compact STA540-Based Stereo Audio Board

A Dual 38W Power Amplifier: A Compact STA540-Based Stereo Audio Board

This project brief describes how to build a compact dual-channel power amplifier module that delivers 38 W per channel into 4-ohm speakers using STMicroelectronics' STA540 audio amplifier IC.


A Precision Multi-Sensor Data Acquisition Module

A Precision Multi-Sensor Data Acquisition Module

Build a low-noise, 32-bit delta-sigma ADC board designed around the ADS1262. This 10-channel design features integrated signal conditioning for RTDs, thermocouples, and strain gauges.


Cadence Claims ‘Industry First’ Agentic AI Platform for PCB and Advanced Packaging

Cadence Claims ‘Industry First’ Agentic AI Platform for PCB and Advanced Packaging

Announced today, the new AuraStack AI Super Agent brings AI-enabled design to PCB design and advanced packaging, offering a full-flow agentic environment that boosts engineering productivity by 15X.


News Jul 15, 2026 by Jeff Child
An Ultra-Low-Noise Pre-Amp For Audio Applications

An Ultra-Low-Noise Pre-Amp For Audio Applications

Build an ultra-low-noise preamplifier with a JFE150 JFET and OPA202 op-amp, perfect for high-impedance sensors, hydrophones, guitar pickups, microphones, and turntables.


Analyzing the Noise Performance of Coherent SSB Demodulators

Analyzing the Noise Performance of Coherent SSB Demodulators

Using a graphical approach, we show that coherent SSB demodulation leaves the input and output SNR unchanged, then compare its noise performance to DSB-SC and baseband systems.


A Four-Channel RS-422 Differential Line Receiver Module

A Four-Channel RS-422 Differential Line Receiver Module

This project brief describes how to build and use a four-channel differential line receiver module for balanced RS-422 and RS-485 data links.


Understanding SNR in DSB‑SC Coherent Detection: A Graphical Approach

Understanding SNR in DSB‑SC Coherent Detection: A Graphical Approach

Visualizing how correlated and uncorrelated signals combine offers an intuitive look at power transformation. See how this difference boosts baseband power to double the output SNR.


A Four-Channel RS-422 Differential Line Driver Module

A Four-Channel RS-422 Differential Line Driver Module

This project brief describes how to implement a four-channel differential line driver module for reliable long-distance data transmission over balanced twisted-pair lines.


Designing a Tuneable Ultrasonic Filter

Designing a Tuneable Ultrasonic Filter

Learn how to build a constant-bandwidth band-pass filter covering 20 kHz to 60 kHz, with an integrated frequency counter for precise tuning.


Why Your PCB Design Review Process is Obsolete and How to Fix It

Why Your PCB Design Review Process is Obsolete and How to Fix It

Sending static PDFs and Gerbers for feedback is killing your project timelines and leading to costly PCB rework. Learn how to break down engineering silos and modernize your PCB design reviews.


A 7 to 60 V Input Buck Converter: A Wide-Range DC-DC Step-Down Module

A 7 to 60 V Input Buck Converter: A Wide-Range DC-DC Step-Down Module

This project brief describes how to build a wide-range DC-DC buck converter capable of delivering a regulated 5.0 or 3.3 V output from input voltages ranging from 7 to 60 V.


Solving the Hard Problems: Combining AI and Physics for PCB Design

Solving the Hard Problems: Combining AI and Physics for PCB Design

Sergiy Nesterenko, founder and CEO of Quilter, discusses his journey from SpaceX to creating an AI platform that uses reinforcement learning and computational physics to fully automate complex PCB layouts.


Evaluating the Noise Performance of Coherent DSB‑SC Demodulators

Evaluating the Noise Performance of Coherent DSB‑SC Demodulators

In this article, we'll learn how to calculate the noise power and signal-to-noise ratio (SNR) of a double-sideband suppressed-carrier communication system.


The Isolated Half-Bridge: An IGBT Gate Driver Module with Current Sense

The Isolated Half-Bridge: An IGBT Gate Driver Module with Current Sense

This project brief describes how to assemble an isolated half-bridge IGBT gate driver module built around the NCD57085DR2G. It features onboard current sensing and overcurrent protection.


Accurate High-Voltage Measurement with the Vishay ISO-AC-VSAO Reference Design | Tech Guide

Accurate High-Voltage Measurement with the Vishay ISO-AC-VSAO Reference Design | Tech Guide

In this Tech Guide, learn how the Vishay ISO-AC-VSAO Reference Design enables accurate, isolated high-voltage AC measurement. Watch now to get started!


Altera Intros Upgrade of FPGA AI Suite Enabling Determinism for Physical AI

Altera Intros Upgrade of FPGA AI Suite Enabling Determinism for Physical AI

The new version of FPGA AI Suite is designed to accelerate trained AI models into FPGAs


News May 13, 2026 by Duane Benson
How SoC Integration Impacts SMT Assembly Yield

How SoC Integration Impacts SMT Assembly Yield

Learn how SoC integration impacts SMT assembly yield, from fine-pitch BGA challenges and package warpage to reflow profiling and inspection strategies.


HDLs Are Software (and It’s Crazy We’re Still Arguing About It)

HDLs Are Software (and It’s Crazy We’re Still Arguing About It)

HDLs are formal descriptions of behavior, making them software by definition. Modernizing these outdated tools is key to making FPGA development more accessible and productive for all engineers.


SoC Evaluation Boards Evolve to Meet New Design Complexities

SoC Evaluation Boards Evolve to Meet New Design Complexities

Modern SoC Evaluation Boards demand high-performance design, SI/PI, and system validation. Faraday offers 3 flexible service levels to meet these complexities.


Avoid Rework and Production Delays by Aligning Electrical and Mechanical Design

Avoid Rework and Production Delays by Aligning Electrical and Mechanical Design

Learn how to prevent costly assembly delays by synchronizing ECAD and MCAD workflows through continuous 3D validation. This also stabilizes production and eliminates mid-cycle re-spins.