Dendrites have long since plagued lithium-ion batteries with problems that not only shorten their lifespans, but in some situations can be outright dangerous.…
Dendrites have long since plagued lithium-ion batteries with problems that not only shorten their lifespans, but in some situations can be outright dangerous. Here’s how recent research efforts have contributed to the fight against these microscopic adversaries.
In safety-critical applications, like in automotive designs, reliability is key. Here are a few ways IPDs can guard…
In safety-critical applications, like in automotive designs, reliability is key. Here are a few ways IPDs can guard against issues related to current, heat, and more.
This article discusses the different factors in designing vehicle battery systems to adhere to EV Battery Standards.
This article discusses the different factors in designing vehicle battery systems to adhere to EV Battery Standards.
Power manufacturers are increasingly drilling down on power density as a priority. Here are a few recent updates around…
Power manufacturers are increasingly drilling down on power density as a priority. Here are a few recent updates around the industry.
As modulation scheme efficiency goes up, power amplifier efficiency goes down. Xilinx, TI, and Skyworks are bringing…
As modulation scheme efficiency goes up, power amplifier efficiency goes down. Xilinx, TI, and Skyworks are bringing their expertise to the table to reconcile the trade-off.
Thermoelectric coolers (TECs) are increasingly replacing traditional refrigeration technology. But despite all the…
Thermoelectric coolers (TECs) are increasingly replacing traditional refrigeration technology. But despite all the virtues of TECs, these devices are not without limitations.
This article proposes a simple microcontroller power-supply circuit that is worth considering when you’re developing a…
This article proposes a simple microcontroller power-supply circuit that is worth considering when you’re developing a (very) cost-sensitive system.
Last week, TI announced its newest product: a low-noise buck converter bolstered by integrated ferrite beads.
Last week, TI announced its newest product: a low-noise buck converter bolstered by integrated ferrite beads.
In this article, we will use simulations to assess important aspects of the performance of an op-amp-based current source.
In this article, we will use simulations to assess important aspects of the performance of an op-amp-based current source.
This article discusses a voltage-controlled current-source circuit that requires only two op-amps and a handful of resistors.
This article discusses a voltage-controlled current-source circuit that requires only two op-amps and a handful of resistors.
With lithium-ion batteries ever-rising in demand, it's important to brush up on this battery's three major form factors.
With lithium-ion batteries ever-rising in demand, it's important to brush up on this battery's three major form factors.
This article explores NTC thermistor types and their critical performance criteria and provides advice on selecting the…
This article explores NTC thermistor types and their critical performance criteria and provides advice on selecting the appropriate device for a given application.
In this article, learn about the power density in power management systems, including how it is estimated, its…
In this article, learn about the power density in power management systems, including how it is estimated, its limitations, and solutions for overcoming those limitations.
This article discusses why verification and validation matter in design, how they differ, and how applications help teams…
This article discusses why verification and validation matter in design, how they differ, and how applications help teams incorporate and enrich their workflows.
Tesla's Battery Day came with an important announcement: a tabless lithium-ion battery cell. How does this architecture…
Tesla's Battery Day came with an important announcement: a tabless lithium-ion battery cell. How does this architecture compare to traditional cells?
This article looks at semiconductor technologies that are driving EV chargers, including high-voltage semiconductor…
This article looks at semiconductor technologies that are driving EV chargers, including high-voltage semiconductor switches, power converters, and multi-level complex power stages.
In this video we’ll study an op-amp-based current-to-voltage converter. This widely used circuit is a simple and…
In this video we’ll study an op-amp-based current-to-voltage converter. This widely used circuit is a simple and effective means of converting the output of a current source into a typical voltage signal.
With bigger vehicles come bigger problems with electrification.
With bigger vehicles come bigger problems with electrification.
This article explores the power rails and power modes of the LPC55S69 and investigates how the modes affect the MCU in…
This article explores the power rails and power modes of the LPC55S69 and investigates how the modes affect the MCU in various applications.
This article dives into how Fusion 360 can be used to produce smarter microelectronics.
This article dives into how Fusion 360 can be used to produce smarter microelectronics.
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