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PCB Layout Techniques for Reducing Harmonic Distortion of a Differential ADC Driver

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February 19, 2021 by Dr. Steve Arar

Understanding and Mitigating Motor Driver Board Parasitics through Simulation

This article explores using PSpice for TI to simulate potential causes for parasitic effects in a motor-drive design and offers design tips to mitigate the negative effects common with high-power motor-drive systems.

February 04, 2021 by Matt Hein, Texas Instruments

Understanding Multi-Faceted Modeling Within Fusion 360

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.

November 24, 2020 by Sam Sattel, Autodesk

Processing Solutions for High-Density PCBs

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.

November 03, 2020 by Brian Niehoff, Samtec

How to Verify and Validate Designs Using Fusion 360

This article discusses why verification and validation matter in design, how they differ, and how applications help teams incorporate and enrich their workflows.

October 08, 2020 by Sam Sattel, Autodesk

The Evolution of SPICE Continues With PSPICE for TI

The new PSPICE for TI enables engineers to simulate complex analog circuits with unlimited analysis of TI power and signal-chain products.

September 17, 2020 by Jake Hertz

Overcoming the Challenges of Traditional MCAD and ECAD

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.

August 27, 2020 by Sam Sattel, Autodesk

What Do You Do When Your Design Gets Set Back by a Part’s End-of-Life Notice?

Getting an end-of-life notice on a component can be a major setback for both new and existing designs. How do you work around the inconvenience?

June 15, 2020 by Nicholas St. John

Engineers Create the First Double-Sided 10-Layer PCB Using 3D Printing

A new project indicates the value of 3D printing in PCB design: fast prototyping.

May 22, 2020 by Gary Elinoff

Printed Circuit Boards Receive an AI Boost Through Fraunhofer’s Modular Platform

The AI platform from the Fraunhofer Institute for Applied Information Technology (FIT) is comprised of modules for artificial intelligence, machine learning, and deep learning.

May 06, 2020 by Luke James

What Is a Printed Circuit Board (PCB)?

This FEQ (Frequent Engineering Question) gives you essential information about the most important and widespread technique for converting a theoretical circuit into a functional physical device.

April 10, 2020 by Robert Keim

7 Collaborative PCB Software Programs for Designers Working Remotely

Social distancing doesn't mean your productivity must come to a halt.

April 01, 2020 by Kayla Matthews

What 3D-Printed CurveBoards Offer for Circuit Design Testing

MIT has developed a software design kit that speeds up electronic device development and prototyping by creating curved breadboards with pinholes and connections mapped out automatically.

March 06, 2020 by Luke James

Magnetic Assembly: A New Option for Delicate 3D Integration?

Pick-and-place can damage sensitive parts and contactless methods are inefficient for high volumes. What about magnetic assembly?

March 04, 2020 by Robin Mitchell

The Curiously Low-tech Side of High-tech Manufacturing

In this article, engineers discuss seemingly primitive parts of the manufacturing process and the feasibility of replacing those processes with automation.

February 08, 2020 by Ingrid Fadelli

“Modern Designs Require Modern Tools”: PCB Design Platform Uses AR for Design and Debug

inspectAR offers engineers a revolutionary new method of interacting with PCBs using the power of augmented reality.

January 29, 2020 by Robin Mitchell

Common PCB Stackups for a Four-Layer Board

This article looks at the common options for a four-layer board stackup.

September 04, 2019 by Dr. Steve Arar

Major Causes of High Temperatures on PCBs

This article discusses the major causes of high temperatures on PCBs that cause failure and damage to the board itself.

September 02, 2019 by Amos Kingatua

TDK and Modelithics Collaborate on RF Component Modeling for EDA Tools

TDK joins a list of companies who provide test-based models for RF and mmWave components through Modelithics.

August 29, 2019 by Gary Elinoff

Mitigating Noise in Double-sided PCBs: Multipoint Grounding (Gridded Ground) in Two-layer PCB Design

Learn how to use the gridded ground technique to reduce noise in a double-sided PCB.

August 15, 2019 by Dr. Steve Arar