This article will demonstrate that the AC current density decreases exponentially into a conductor. It will also explain why we can assume that the total current…
This article will demonstrate that the AC current density decreases exponentially into a conductor. It will also explain why we can assume that the total current has a uniform distribution from the surface down to one skin depth of the conductor.
Some of the biggest names in testing equipment have released new tools to accelerate verification for communication…
Some of the biggest names in testing equipment have released new tools to accelerate verification for communication chips, PCIe cables, wide bandgap devices, and more.
A slew of new electronic design automation (EDA) tools and resources for IC design and verification were debuted at last…
A slew of new electronic design automation (EDA) tools and resources for IC design and verification were debuted at last week’s DAC 2023 event. Here’s a sampling.
Digital designers can substitute complex multichannel test setups for a single-package, high-density test solution.
Digital designers can substitute complex multichannel test setups for a single-package, high-density test solution.
YAGEO RP Automotive Grade Thin Film Chip Resistors are designed to deliver high precision and stability in a compact…
YAGEO RP Automotive Grade Thin Film Chip Resistors are designed to deliver high precision and stability in a compact surface mount package. Watch and learn all about their features, specs, applications, and more!
The Y-factor method is a widely used technique for measuring the gain and noise figure (NF) of RF components. This…
The Y-factor method is a widely used technique for measuring the gain and noise figure (NF) of RF components. This article will help you understand the differences between the insertion gain and the available gain, while avoiding potentially significant errors when measuring the noise figure.
The company positions the new chiplet-based SoC as well suited for todays’ ever more complex chip designs.
The company positions the new chiplet-based SoC as well suited for todays’ ever more complex chip designs.
This project demonstrates the design and operation of a root-mean-squared (RMS) detector for inclusion in a wideband…
This project demonstrates the design and operation of a root-mean-squared (RMS) detector for inclusion in a wideband voltmeter. The RMS detector is useful for measuring certain signal types, including noise, since it provides an indication of the energy in a signal.
The collaboration will deliver test systems with 300x longer operational life and 60x test system throughput, according…
The collaboration will deliver test systems with 300x longer operational life and 60x test system throughput, according to the companies.
In this article, we’ll use LTspice simulations to more thoroughly understand output-voltage ripple and consider…
In this article, we’ll use LTspice simulations to more thoroughly understand output-voltage ripple and consider techniques for mitigating it within a charge pump circuit.
Innovative LiDAR solutions with enhanced accuracy and extended range may transform the testing, mapping, and trucking…
Innovative LiDAR solutions with enhanced accuracy and extended range may transform the testing, mapping, and trucking landscape—and beyond.
Designers have an all-new tool for portable testing that only requires a USB cable and a computer.
Designers have an all-new tool for portable testing that only requires a USB cable and a computer.
Learn about measuring the noise figure (NF) using the Y factor method. We'll dive into using this to find the noise…
Learn about measuring the noise figure (NF) using the Y factor method. We'll dive into using this to find the noise factor, how to calibrate for noise temperature, and much more.
In the face of fundamental limits, radar industry leaders are poised to tackle the coming challenges in radar in their…
In the face of fundamental limits, radar industry leaders are poised to tackle the coming challenges in radar in their own unique ways.
Learn more about dithering, namely improving the spurious-free dynamic range (SFDR) of an analog-to-digital converter…
Learn more about dithering, namely improving the spurious-free dynamic range (SFDR) of an analog-to-digital converter (ADC) that exhibits differential nonlinearity (DNL) errors.
Learn about impedance matching using a single stub, transmission lines, and immittance Smith chart examples.
Learn about impedance matching using a single stub, transmission lines, and immittance Smith chart examples.
Design a wideband analog multimeter to measure AC voltages and currents from 20 Hz to 1 MHz with a selectable sensitivity…
Design a wideband analog multimeter to measure AC voltages and currents from 20 Hz to 1 MHz with a selectable sensitivity from 1 mV to 100 V, while the ammeter has a selectable current sensitivity of 10 mA to 10 A.
Learn about two nonlinearity sources, spurious-free dynamic range (SFDR), and SNR (signal-to-noise ratio) in…
Learn about two nonlinearity sources, spurious-free dynamic range (SFDR), and SNR (signal-to-noise ratio) in analog-to-digital converters (ADCs).
Learn about an impedance-matching technique using transmission line elements.
Learn about an impedance-matching technique using transmission line elements.
While some companies are scaling back SiC procurement in response to supply chain constraints, others are ramping up…
While some companies are scaling back SiC procurement in response to supply chain constraints, others are ramping up manufacturing and even developing SiC-focused simulation software.