Counterfeit parts are becoming more of a problem every day and it won't be long before serious harm is caused as a result. It is up to us design engineers to…
Counterfeit parts are becoming more of a problem every day and it won't be long before serious harm is caused as a result. It is up to us design engineers to prevent such incidents by arming ourselves with the knowledge to spot counterfeit parts.
In this article, we’ll compare active and passive filters and look at some common second-order active topologies.
In this article, we’ll compare active and passive filters and look at some common second-order active topologies.
Internal or external? Quartz or ceramic? Crystal oscillator or silicon oscillator? So many clocking options . . . which…
Internal or external? Quartz or ceramic? Crystal oscillator or silicon oscillator? So many clocking options . . . which one is right for your design?
Never miss that cute moment again! Kapture is a unique audio recorder that constantly records. What's inside of it?
Never miss that cute moment again! Kapture is a unique audio recorder that constantly records. What's inside of it?
Most hobbyists and many professionals use EAGLE CAD as a daily tool in designing schematics and laying out PCB. I’m…
Most hobbyists and many professionals use EAGLE CAD as a daily tool in designing schematics and laying out PCB. I’m going to share with you more of the most important tips and tricks for using EAGLE CAD, which make my work much easier and faster.
In this article, we'll review the basic concepts in digital filter design. We'll also briefly discuss the advantages of…
In this article, we'll review the basic concepts in digital filter design. We'll also briefly discuss the advantages of FIR filters over IIR designs, e.g. stability and linear-phase response. Finally, we'll go over an introduction to designing FIR filters via the window method.
Learn about some of those less-than-obvious specifications found in datasheets for linear voltage regulators.
Learn about some of those less-than-obvious specifications found in datasheets for linear voltage regulators.
What's inside a smart universal remote control?
What's inside a smart universal remote control?
Most hobbyists and many professionals use EAGLE CAD as a daily tool in designing schematics and laying out PCB. You're…
Most hobbyists and many professionals use EAGLE CAD as a daily tool in designing schematics and laying out PCB. You're going to learn some tips and tricks for using EAGLE CAD, which will make your work much easier and faster.
Intel Xeon D processors will now contain FPGAs, which directly combats the upcoming ARM-based server-grade processors.
Intel Xeon D processors will now contain FPGAs, which directly combats the upcoming ARM-based server-grade processors.
In this article, we will discuss some characteristics of the ideal diode. We'll also learn how to analyze circuits that…
In this article, we will discuss some characteristics of the ideal diode. We'll also learn how to analyze circuits that contain more than one ideal diode in conjunction with resistors and DC power sources.
Classifying signals is a way to organize the signals that surround us. It focuses design, testing requirements,…
Classifying signals is a way to organize the signals that surround us. It focuses design, testing requirements, measurement tools, and expected results. There are many ways to classify signals!
Dash Cameras are becoming a very popular automotive accessory. What's inside of one?
Dash Cameras are becoming a very popular automotive accessory. What's inside of one?
Sensors are becoming a ubiquitous element in the IoT bandwagon, which in turn, makes sensor fusion the technology to watch.
Sensors are becoming a ubiquitous element in the IoT bandwagon, which in turn, makes sensor fusion the technology to watch.
In this article we will take a closer look at how to effectively low-pass filter a PWM signal into an analog voltage.
In this article we will take a closer look at how to effectively low-pass filter a PWM signal into an analog voltage.
One of the reasons the operation amp (op-amp) is so reputable is because of its versatility. In this article, you will…
One of the reasons the operation amp (op-amp) is so reputable is because of its versatility. In this article, you will see that almost anything can be done using an op-amp. It is also notable that this integrated circuit has many characteristics that approach those that are considered to be ideal.
How to build electronic devices when a higher degree of safety is required.
How to build electronic devices when a higher degree of safety is required.
Qualcomm's new VR SDK is designed to help engineers and developers seamlessly integrate their brand spanking new…
Qualcomm's new VR SDK is designed to help engineers and developers seamlessly integrate their brand spanking new Snapdragon 820 SoC, but is it enough power to keep up with desktop and console VR systems?
Ever wonder what's inside a radar detector? In this week's Teardown Tuesday you'll find out!
Ever wonder what's inside a radar detector? In this week's Teardown Tuesday you'll find out!
In this article, we will look at two variations on the basic BJT current-buffering circuit.
In this article, we will look at two variations on the basic BJT current-buffering circuit.