Modeling hysteresis in SPICE can be difficult when you're dealing with a multivalued transfer function. In this article, we'll teach you a way to "cheat" to get…
Modeling hysteresis in SPICE can be difficult when you're dealing with a multivalued transfer function. In this article, we'll teach you a way to "cheat" to get around this issue.
Need a low-distortion ADC interface? In this article, we'll discuss how to reduce 2nd harmonic distortion by using…
Need a low-distortion ADC interface? In this article, we'll discuss how to reduce 2nd harmonic distortion by using symmetric PCB layout.
This article shows a comparison of the implementations that result from using binary, Gray, and one-hot encodings to…
This article shows a comparison of the implementations that result from using binary, Gray, and one-hot encodings to implement state machines in an FPGA. These encodings are often evaluated and applied by the synthesis and implementation tools, so it’s important to know why the software makes these decisions.
This article discusses the use of finite state machines (or FSMs) in design, including the initial state and the way…
This article discusses the use of finite state machines (or FSMs) in design, including the initial state and the way memory configuration affects FPGA design.
This article describes the basics of finite state machines and shows a practical way of implementing them in the Verilog…
This article describes the basics of finite state machines and shows a practical way of implementing them in the Verilog Hardware Description Language.
This brief gives an overview of the steps in a typical mixed-signal IC design flow.
This brief gives an overview of the steps in a typical mixed-signal IC design flow.
Learn the high-level steps behind RFIC design.
Learn the high-level steps behind RFIC design.
Learn the high-level overview of digital integrated circuit (IC) design.
Learn the high-level overview of digital integrated circuit (IC) design.
Documentation within the project pipeline is essential and design modeling is no different. In this article, learn about…
Documentation within the project pipeline is essential and design modeling is no different. In this article, learn about how to leverage the different modeling methods in Fusion 360.
Learn how to use Fusion 360 to develop digital drawings, 3D renderings, and animations to help in the creations of…
Learn how to use Fusion 360 to develop digital drawings, 3D renderings, and animations to help in the creations of complex designs.
Analysts predict that DDR5 will dominate the DRAM market in coming years. How do you calibrate DDR for peak memory performance?
Analysts predict that DDR5 will dominate the DRAM market in coming years. How do you calibrate DDR for peak memory performance?
Designers must consider processing temperatures, producibility, and solder joint integrity of every component as well as…
Designers must consider processing temperatures, producibility, and solder joint integrity of every component as well as higher I/O connectors. This article looks at ways to enable smaller component footprints for high-density PCBs.
In this article, learn how Fusion 360 allows multiple teams, decision-makers, and stakeholders to view and work on…
In this article, learn how Fusion 360 allows multiple teams, decision-makers, and stakeholders to view and work on projects while safeguarding sensitive data.
In this article, we will review the different types of noise that are present in a circuit. We will also discuss how to…
In this article, we will review the different types of noise that are present in a circuit. We will also discuss how to perform an accurate simulation of an EMC filter with LTspice.
This summer, three major EDA companies have ramped up their software tools to better assist IC designers.
This summer, three major EDA companies have ramped up their software tools to better assist IC designers.
This article discusses why verification and validation matter in design, how they differ, and how applications help teams…
This article discusses why verification and validation matter in design, how they differ, and how applications help teams incorporate and enrich their workflows.
The new PSPICE for TI enables engineers to simulate complex analog circuits with unlimited analysis of TI power and…
The new PSPICE for TI enables engineers to simulate complex analog circuits with unlimited analysis of TI power and signal-chain products.
MCAD and ECAD have inserted themselves into most design engineers' day-to-day work. Although familiar, both programs have…
MCAD and ECAD have inserted themselves into most design engineers' day-to-day work. Although familiar, both programs have come a long way and are continuing to evolve. In this article, learn the past and future of these design tools.
The FixturFab DEV260 development fixture allows designers to debug or configure PCBAs during the development phase. See…
The FixturFab DEV260 development fixture allows designers to debug or configure PCBAs during the development phase. See how it works in this example using the Sparkfun Power Delivery Board.
In-mold electronic devices will emerge as a significant trend in electronic manufacturing.
In-mold electronic devices will emerge as a significant trend in electronic manufacturing.