Technical Articles

This article introduces the techniques for describing combinational circuits in Verilog by examining how to use the conditional operator to describe combinational truth tables....

In this article, we’ll study the basic structure of a Verilog module, look at some examples of using the Verilog “wire” data type and its vector form, and briefly touch on some...

This article discusses the nature and use of C-language variables within the context of embedded applications.

This article discusses the basic characteristics of C, a straightforward language that is still widely used for programming microcontrollers....

This article takes a detailed look at the way in which pass-transistor logic degrades a signal and how this signal degradation can be remedied....

This article discusses the use of pass-transistor configurations in the design of gated latches.

This article discusses the efficient multiplexers that can be created by using MOSFETs in a pass-transistor configuration.

This article presents efficient, pass-transistor-based implementations of important digital functionality.

The various “endian” terms may sound a bit odd, but the underlying concept is straightforward. If you’re not yet an endian expert, read on!...

What is reflection noise? What effects can it have on the functionality of your custom PCB? How can you mitigate it with better design practices?...

This article explores an alternative, and in some cases advantageous, approach to MOSFET-based implementation of digital logic functions....

This article discusses features and functionality offered by integrated circuits that simplify the task of controlling a stepper motor.

This introductory article will look at some of the most important features of the USB-C standard.

This article provides some practical guidance on how to evaluate integrated circuits intended for controlling brushed DC motors.

This article will discuss the Xilinx Period timing constraint that allows us to describe the characteristics of the clock signal that will be used with an FPGA design....

This article explores basic characteristics and common applications of a technology that has been incorporated into a wide variety of high-performance electronic devices....

This article provides an insight on 2-D convolution and zero-padding with respect to digital image processing.

This article discusses how to interpret and specify bandwidth in systems that involve data transmission and digital processing.

This article explores the surprisingly complicated details associated with a word that we frequently use but perhaps don’t fully understand....