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Learn about three key points in EE history and how they changed the world: the invention of the Difference Engine, the…

Learn about three key points in EE history and how they changed the world: the invention of the Difference Engine, the introduction of the first point contact resistor, and the laying of the first transatlantic cables.

EPCOS B82806D pulse transformers are designed for 60 W PoE++ applications, as well as for use in active clamp forward…

EPCOS B82806D pulse transformers are designed for 60 W PoE++ applications, as well as for use in active clamp forward converters and switch-mode power supplies.

This article looks at the mathematical calculations used to size the pull-up resistors and determine the maximum length…

This article looks at the mathematical calculations used to size the pull-up resistors and determine the maximum length of circuit traces.

This article will look at some of the most important features of TLV320ADC3100 which is TI’s newly-released ADC for…

This article will look at some of the most important features of TLV320ADC3100 which is TI’s newly-released ADC for voice-activated systems.

This article provides insight into the fundamental characteristics and origins of the electrical signals that you always…

This article provides insight into the fundamental characteristics and origins of the electrical signals that you always have but almost never want.

Some analysts are predicting that, by 2050, the demand for the metals essential for lithium ion batteries may be in short supply.

Some analysts are predicting that, by 2050, the demand for the metals essential for lithium ion batteries may be in short supply.

Part 6 of this 12-part Resolving the Signal series focuses on output- versus input-referred noise, adding an amplifier at…

Part 6 of this 12-part Resolving the Signal series focuses on output- versus input-referred noise, adding an amplifier at the input of an ADC, and low- versus high-resolution ADCs as they relate to amplifier noise.

Low drop out (LDO) regulators are useful in noise-sensitive situations but, when used with DC-DC converters, their PSRR…

Low drop out (LDO) regulators are useful in noise-sensitive situations but, when used with DC-DC converters, their PSRR performance is often lacking. ON Semiconductor has announced the NCP16x series of LDOs that aim to improve PSRR performance.

Taiyo Yuden ES series fixed inductors are high current, surface mount power inductors for choke coils and filters in…

Taiyo Yuden ES series fixed inductors are high current, surface mount power inductors for choke coils and filters in DC/DC converters for automotive, industrial, and high-reliability applications.

Maxim DARWIN MCUs combine deep memory, power efficiency, and security to enable smart IoT products.

Maxim DARWIN MCUs combine deep memory, power efficiency, and security to enable smart IoT products.

This project demonstrates and discusses the performance and functionality of an inductorless ±5 V power-supply circuit.

This project demonstrates and discusses the performance and functionality of an inductorless ±5 V power-supply circuit.

In this project, we’re using an Arduino Uno and a Raspberry Pi 3 Model B to create an automatic wildlife camera. And,…

In this project, we’re using an Arduino Uno and a Raspberry Pi 3 Model B to create an automatic wildlife camera. And, as an added bonus, this camera works at night. Make one of your own to snap photos of local birds, parading pups, or sneaky humans.

This article looks at how appliance design is utilizing three-phase brushless DC motors to reduce system power…

This article looks at how appliance design is utilizing three-phase brushless DC motors to reduce system power consumption to meet Energy Star's requirements.

Littelfuse 885 Series NANO2 fuses are compact automotive fuses that offer a high DC voltage rating and high interrupt…

Littelfuse 885 Series NANO2 fuses are compact automotive fuses that offer a high DC voltage rating and high interrupt current rating and are designed for use in lithium-ion battery packs, battery management systems, sense lines, and in high voltage DC/DC converters.

This article discusses some details—efficiency, noise, etc.—that influence the choice of operational frequencies for…

This article discusses some details—efficiency, noise, etc.—that influence the choice of operational frequencies for switch-mode power supplies.

This app note implements a binary parity generator and checker with two data input variants, a parallel data input, and a…

This app note implements a binary parity generator and checker with two data input variants, a parallel data input, and a serial data input. It describes the implemented logic, GreenPAKs implementation, and the obtained results.

A new PCB ensures over-voltage protection for supercapacitors serving the industrial controls, remote monitoring, and…

A new PCB ensures over-voltage protection for supercapacitors serving the industrial controls, remote monitoring, and battery backup systems.

Historically, FPGAs have been challenging to work with. To combat that reputation, Xilinx developed programmable devices…

Historically, FPGAs have been challenging to work with. To combat that reputation, Xilinx developed programmable devices that simplify—and accelerate—the implementation of customized hardware development.

Everyone needs a negative voltage rail eventually, but most only have a single rail supply. This project will show you…

Everyone needs a negative voltage rail eventually, but most only have a single rail supply. This project will show you how to build a negative voltage generator that runs off a single rail supply!