Learn about two nonlinearity sources, spurious-free dynamic range (SFDR), and SNR (signal-to-noise ratio) in analog-to-digital converters (ADCs).
April 30, 2023 by Dr. Steve Arar
Learn how dithering can suppress both harmonic and non-harmonic spurs and two different types of dithering systems: subtractive and non-subtractive topologies.
February 24, 2023 by Dr. Steve Arar
Learn the basics of ratiometric resistance measurements in analog to digital (A/D) converters, how it's measured, and example uses in a digital multimeter (DMM), microprocessor, and various resistive sensors.
October 07, 2022 by Harry Trietley
With an FPGA at its heart, the Moku product series allows engineers to tap into a suite of programmable test instruments—all on a single device.
March 28, 2022 by vishvachi
Learn why the drive level of your quartz crystal oscillator is important and several methods for how to measure it.
June 21, 2021 by Dr. Steve Arar
In this article, we’ll discuss another group of thermal data, called thermal characterization parameters denoted by the Greek letter Psi (Ψ).
January 14, 2021 by Dr. Steve Arar
This article explains how to use an NTC or a PTC thermistor with an ADC, along with the various process techniques to convert ADC measured results into a usable temperature value.
August 18, 2020 by Gordon Varney, Texas Instruments
Signal switching is vital in test systems, and there are many options to accomplish the task. Here's why reed relay-based switching systems may be your best bet.
July 29, 2020 by Dr. Steve Arar
This project demonstrates and discusses the performance and functionality of an inductorless ±5 V power-supply circuit.
June 18, 2018 by Robert Keim
In this project, we'll test how the Silego GreenPAK can be used to build a temperature-sensing system.
October 11, 2017 by Tijana Uzelac, Silego Technologies
This article looks at various types of oscilloscope probes and how to use them.
June 29, 2017 by Nick Davis
Learn more about the importance of capacitor ESR, how to measure it, and what factors can affect your measurements.
March 31, 2017 by Amos Kingatua
This teardown looks inside the General Tools Toolsmart Bluetooth Autoranging Multimeter.
February 14, 2017 by Mark Hughes
This project will show you how to make a device that can measure resistances as low as 0.1 ohms.
October 26, 2016 by Robin Mitchell
When inspecting electronic circuits, most measurements are displayed visually. This tool provides audible feedback to augment your analyses.
August 31, 2016 by Mark Hughes
Making a workshop for electronics projects is cheaper than you might think.
May 29, 2016 by Robin Mitchell
In this continuing series of Building Raspberry Pi Controllers, you'll learn how to build a object detection control circuit for operating a small DC motor using a photocell.
December 27, 2015 by Don Wilcher
Take a few minutes to characterize a light dependent resistor (LDR) and you can build a simple and reasonably accurate light meter can be built using an LDR and an Arduino.
December 13, 2015 by David Williams
This article describes in detail the connections necessary for two way communications between PICAXE microcontrollers and personal computers. Both serial connections and USB to serial conversion connections are covered.
August 01, 2015 by Charles R. Hampton
Learn about devices and techniques used for in-circuit monitoring of currents and voltages.
June 27, 2015 by Robert Keim
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