A compact μModule point-of-load regulator from Linear Technology can be configured as either a single 20-amp voltage regulator or two 10-amp voltage regulators.
A compact μModule point-of-load regulator from Linear Technology can be configured as either a single 20-amp voltage regulator or two 10-amp voltage regulators.
Texas Instruments recently announced their new dual high-current buck converter and dual linear regulator all in a single IC.
Texas Instruments recently announced their new dual high-current buck converter and dual linear regulator all in a single IC.
This triple-output DC/DC controller offers two buck converters, each with an output voltage range of 0.8 to 24 V, and a…
This triple-output DC/DC controller offers two buck converters, each with an output voltage range of 0.8 to 24 V, and a boost converter that can produce up to 60 V.
Texas Instruments has released a fixed-frequency step-down power module that delivers up to 35 Amps at output voltages…
Texas Instruments has released a fixed-frequency step-down power module that delivers up to 35 Amps at output voltages ranging from 0.5 to 2 V.
A new operational amplifier from Texas Instruments offers impressive specifications in a very small package.
A new operational amplifier from Texas Instruments offers impressive specifications in a very small package.
In this article we’ll discuss the design for a custom microcontroller programming/debug/extension PCB and we’ll look…
In this article we’ll discuss the design for a custom microcontroller programming/debug/extension PCB and we’ll look at an example project.
This article covers the various roadblocks encountered in a new design and how they were troubleshot and overcome.
This article covers the various roadblocks encountered in a new design and how they were troubleshot and overcome.
The MSP430FR2633 is a low-power microcontroller with multiple GPIOs and capacitive touch pins. This project creates a…
The MSP430FR2633 is a low-power microcontroller with multiple GPIOs and capacitive touch pins. This project creates a circuit that supports a custom capacitive touch panel with LED and haptic feedback.
The growing use of wireless data is driving demand for communication systems that can transmit more data with greater…
The growing use of wireless data is driving demand for communication systems that can transmit more data with greater energy efficiency, in order to both cut operating costs and, in mobile devices, to increase battery life.
This is a protoype of a fitness wearable device designed to vibrate when it detects stagnation.
This is a protoype of a fitness wearable device designed to vibrate when it detects stagnation.
Manufacturers can use fixtures or panels to secure or frame fragile, thin, or oddly shaped PCBs. This allows them to…
Manufacturers can use fixtures or panels to secure or frame fragile, thin, or oddly shaped PCBs. This allows them to easily fit the boards in the standard assembly or inspection machines.
Take a look at ON Semiconductor's new LED constant-current dimmer, which is designed for middle- to high-power LED…
Take a look at ON Semiconductor's new LED constant-current dimmer, which is designed for middle- to high-power LED lighting applications.
A look at the MAX16140—a tiny device that uses a tiny amount of current, but one that promises a lot.
A look at the MAX16140—a tiny device that uses a tiny amount of current, but one that promises a lot.
Some accelerometers are designed for industrial applications, and some are easier to use than others.
Some accelerometers are designed for industrial applications, and some are easier to use than others.
In this article, we discuss why PCB copper traces should be plated, and we’ll review various plating materials and…
In this article, we discuss why PCB copper traces should be plated, and we’ll review various plating materials and plating methods.
Learn about the industry-adopted IPC standards that govern every step related to the design, assembly, inspection,…
Learn about the industry-adopted IPC standards that govern every step related to the design, assembly, inspection, testing, and documentation of printed circuit boards (PCBs).
In this article, we'll discuss the importance of PCB enclosure design by considering enclosure design.
In this article, we'll discuss the importance of PCB enclosure design by considering enclosure design.
Molex offers MID chip and ceramic SMT antennas that provide excellent RF performance, and are easy to implement.
Molex offers MID chip and ceramic SMT antennas that provide excellent RF performance, and are easy to implement.
In this Teardown Tuesday, we are going to take a look at the insides of a Square chip reader.
In this Teardown Tuesday, we are going to take a look at the insides of a Square chip reader.
In this teardown, we examine the innards of the solar-powered ultrasonic dog repellent, complete with solar panel and PIR sensor.
In this teardown, we examine the innards of the solar-powered ultrasonic dog repellent, complete with solar panel and PIR sensor.