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This article will briefly discuss isolation in the process control analog input module and the traditional approaches to…

This article will briefly discuss isolation in the process control analog input module and the traditional approaches to achieving this. It then outlines an alternative high density, easy to design channel-to-channel isolation analog input module architecture.

This article will help the reader understand the different types of power semiconductors: how they work, their key…

This article will help the reader understand the different types of power semiconductors: how they work, their key parameters, and trade-offs.

The use of photonics in networking and electronics is one of many possible solutions for handling the growing demand on…

The use of photonics in networking and electronics is one of many possible solutions for handling the growing demand on data centers.

Veteran engineers and market forecasters alike have fears of an impending component shortage this year. What evidence is…

Veteran engineers and market forecasters alike have fears of an impending component shortage this year. What evidence is there to suggest such a claim and if true, how will engineers be affected?

See what's inside a sound-activated LED for use in DJ environments.

See what's inside a sound-activated LED for use in DJ environments.

Optimizing performance, safety, and reliability in ADAS applications via design, verification, and processor IP and a…

Optimizing performance, safety, and reliability in ADAS applications via design, verification, and processor IP and a holistic design approach.

A new power-supply IC from Linear Tech, the LTC4368, is a highly integrated device that can help you protect your…

A new power-supply IC from Linear Tech, the LTC4368, is a highly integrated device that can help you protect your circuits from problematic voltage and current conditions.

The ADGM1004 MEMS switch from Analog Devices is a high-performance solution for both low-frequency and high-frequency…

The ADGM1004 MEMS switch from Analog Devices is a high-performance solution for both low-frequency and high-frequency applications.

This teardown looks at some of the circuitry inside Baofeng's dual-band handheld transceiver.

This teardown looks at some of the circuitry inside Baofeng's dual-band handheld transceiver.

Yes, manufacturers are still improving op-amps. This article looks at new offerings from Maxim, Linear Tech, and…

Yes, manufacturers are still improving op-amps. This article looks at new offerings from Maxim, Linear Tech, and STMicroelectronics.

Low power consumption has become an important design goal in many electronic systems. This article introduces essential…

Low power consumption has become an important design goal in many electronic systems. This article introduces essential concepts and techniques.

This technical brief explains the physical characteristics and the benefits of microphones based on MEMS technology.

This technical brief explains the physical characteristics and the benefits of microphones based on MEMS technology.

Infineon’s family of EiceDRIVER Gate Driver ICs are available with or without isolation for MOSFET, GaN FETs, and IGBTs.

Infineon’s family of EiceDRIVER Gate Driver ICs are available with or without isolation for MOSFET, GaN FETs, and IGBTs.

In this article, we’ll take a look at three new power-management ICs—two linear regulators and one power supply monitor.

In this article, we’ll take a look at three new power-management ICs—two linear regulators and one power supply monitor.

A new breakthrough in the chemical vapor deposition process could allow smaller chip packaging.

A new breakthrough in the chemical vapor deposition process could allow smaller chip packaging.

This article explains the rules associated with the technique of source shifting.

This article explains the rules associated with the technique of source shifting.

Moore's law states the number of transistors on silicon doubles every year. The laws of physics state that number is…

Moore's law states the number of transistors on silicon doubles every year. The laws of physics state that number is approaching a limit.

This 3D-printed drone features built-in printed electronics.

This 3D-printed drone features built-in printed electronics.

Tracking an infrared light source is not as difficult as you might think; a 14-pin PICAXE, a stepper motor with a driver…

Tracking an infrared light source is not as difficult as you might think; a 14-pin PICAXE, a stepper motor with a driver IC, three phototransistors, and a few other components will do the trick.