The LMK61E07 is an I2C-controlled programmable variable frequency oscillator that can be used as an adjustable frequency source in computer networking, medical…
The LMK61E07 is an I2C-controlled programmable variable frequency oscillator that can be used as an adjustable frequency source in computer networking, medical imaging, FPGA, and broadcast video applications.
AAC recently spoke with Parker Dillmann, lead EE and co-founder of MacroFab, a PCB manufacturing company that aims to…
AAC recently spoke with Parker Dillmann, lead EE and co-founder of MacroFab, a PCB manufacturing company that aims to take some of the old-school pain out of the product development and scaling processes.
With augmented and virtual reality on the rise, the demand for processors and SoCs that are able to handle these demands…
With augmented and virtual reality on the rise, the demand for processors and SoCs that are able to handle these demands has also grown. In an effort to address this, Qualcomm has announced their latest device, the XR1, that may help hardware developers of AR and VR systems.
The LT8582 is a new dual channel DC/DC converter from Linear Technology.
The LT8582 is a new dual channel DC/DC converter from Linear Technology.
Researchers from Soochow University have developed a prototype solar panel that can harvest energy from rain. Could this…
Researchers from Soochow University have developed a prototype solar panel that can harvest energy from rain. Could this be a new direction for solar energy or is it merely a neat science project?
New design resources are becoming available as RF front-ends enter into high gear amid the 5G and IoT take-off.
New design resources are becoming available as RF front-ends enter into high gear amid the 5G and IoT take-off.
In a world where electronics and embedded systems are becoming increasingly sophisticated, protecting them against theft,…
In a world where electronics and embedded systems are becoming increasingly sophisticated, protecting them against theft, piracy, or unauthorized modification is becoming increasingly important for designers and manufacturers.
Sensirion announces their new SDP3x series of "the world's smallest differential pressure sensors," which allow for more…
Sensirion announces their new SDP3x series of "the world's smallest differential pressure sensors," which allow for more integration and application possibilities.
In this teardown, we dismantle a BB-8 droid (or, at least, an RC toy version) to see what's inside.
In this teardown, we dismantle a BB-8 droid (or, at least, an RC toy version) to see what's inside.
Maxim Integrated recently announced their new Himalaya uSLIC power modules: the MAXM17532 and the MAXM15462.
Maxim Integrated recently announced their new Himalaya uSLIC power modules: the MAXM17532 and the MAXM15462.
In this teardown, we rip in to a Bluetooth-enabled smartwatch, which also has a built-in camera, by Style Asia.
In this teardown, we rip in to a Bluetooth-enabled smartwatch, which also has a built-in camera, by Style Asia.
Linear Tech's new boost (step-up) module regulator comes in a small BGA package and offers high efficiencies.
Linear Tech's new boost (step-up) module regulator comes in a small BGA package and offers high efficiencies.
Allegro Microsystems announces a new family of current sensors for AC or DC current-sensing applications.
Allegro Microsystems announces a new family of current sensors for AC or DC current-sensing applications.
A new generation of DC-DC converters is lowering current consumption to unprecedented levels while aiming to offer…
A new generation of DC-DC converters is lowering current consumption to unprecedented levels while aiming to offer greater design flexibility and space on the board.
Here's a look at some major milestones in hardware history for the month of April beginning in 1957 with the invention of…
Here's a look at some major milestones in hardware history for the month of April beginning in 1957 with the invention of FORTRAN to the introduction of the Windows 3.1 operating system in 1992.
Sudipta Chakraborty is the Director of Energy Systems at OPAL-RT. In this Engineer Spotlight, he speaks about challenges…
Sudipta Chakraborty is the Director of Energy Systems at OPAL-RT. In this Engineer Spotlight, he speaks about challenges facing power system design, how hardware-in-the-loop simulations are important for problem-solving with grid integration, and his work on the IEEE-1547 standard for power grid test procedures.
In this teardown, we dissect a rotating space heater that has two modes of operation: silence and turbo.
In this teardown, we dissect a rotating space heater that has two modes of operation: silence and turbo.
The AD4002 from Analog Devices is a low-noise, low-power, and high-speed 18-bit successive approximation register…
The AD4002 from Analog Devices is a low-noise, low-power, and high-speed 18-bit successive approximation register analog-to-digital converter.
Texas Instruments recently released their new voltage boost converter (step-up converter) that offers high efficiencies…
Texas Instruments recently released their new voltage boost converter (step-up converter) that offers high efficiencies at light load conditions.
Diodes Incorporated announced a new adjustable constant-current LED step-down (buck) DC/DC converter that accepts an…
Diodes Incorporated announced a new adjustable constant-current LED step-down (buck) DC/DC converter that accepts an input voltage ranging from 5V to 60V.