Technical Articles

In this article, we’ll discuss a few elementary signal operations by considering one of the signals to be constant-valued.

Learn the difference between slow decay mode and fast decay mode, why these names are used, and how they influence motor deceleration.

The latest Bluetooth Specification provides features that allow increased speed and increased transmission distance. This article provides information about the various bit data paths used in...

Learn about various types of filters, including common terminology and important characteristics.

The DFT is one of the most powerful tools in digital signal processing which enables us to find the spectrum of a finite-duration signal....

This article presents an overview of various applications which exploit convolution, an advanced signal operation.

Learn a little history of EMC compliance, some EMI theory, and some common EMI countermeasures.

Learn how to implement a moving average filter and optimize it with CIC architecture.

In this article, we talk about the basics of optoelectronics, including a brief lecture on photons. Also, various optoelectronic devices will be discussed including lamps, LEDs, photodiodes,...

Learn about Class-X and Class-Y capacitors, where they are used, and why they are referred to as "safety" capacitors.

CSD is an elegant method to implement digital multipliers in a more efficient way.

This article reviews the basics of D/A conversion and explains how multirate DSP can lead to a more efficient system.

This article looks at various types of oscilloscope probes and how to use them.

Developing a robot with a computer brain needs a bunch of software tools on the computer side—like software drivers, third party tools for computer vision, simulation tools, and more. ROS...

In this tutorial, you will learn how to write your first ULP in Eagle CAD to add a new capability to your CAD tool.

Multirate DSP leads to a more efficient A/D conversion.

Learn about various movement-type sensors including accelerometers, tilt sensors, vibration sensors, PIR (passive infrared) sensors, and rotation sensors....

An introduction to the basic operation of solid-state relays with a focus on the output devices in today’s SSRs.

Radio Over Fiber (ROF) combines RF and optics, providing optical links to replace strategic portions of cellular, satellite, and copper based systems....