In this article, we discuss another methodology of how to model ADCs in system simulations, this time by using the effective number of bits and also adjusting…
In this article, we discuss another methodology of how to model ADCs in system simulations, this time by using the effective number of bits and also adjusting our ADC by introducing a 5th order polynomial to the ideal quantizer input.
Learn about the concept of ENOB (effective number of bits) and how it can be used in modeling data converters in system…
Learn about the concept of ENOB (effective number of bits) and how it can be used in modeling data converters in system simulations.
This article launches a series exploring the question of how to model data converters for system simulations.
This article launches a series exploring the question of how to model data converters for system simulations.
In this article, we'll discuss the requirements for an analog IQ modulator and demodulator, and then the requirements for…
In this article, we'll discuss the requirements for an analog IQ modulator and demodulator, and then the requirements for DACs and ADCs used at baseband (for an analog IQ approach) and for DACs and ADCs used at RF (for a digital IQ approach).
How should I and Q combining be done? Through analog or digital means? This article will discuss the basics of the analog…
How should I and Q combining be done? Through analog or digital means? This article will discuss the basics of the analog and digital IQ approaches.
Smaller electronics call for more powerful inspection equipment. If you're building a collection of at-home lab…
Smaller electronics call for more powerful inspection equipment. If you're building a collection of at-home lab equipment, these visual tools may help you see where you're going on minuscule boards.
Learn how to reduce second harmonic distortion by following some guidelines for placing decoupling capacitors in your PCB layout.
Learn how to reduce second harmonic distortion by following some guidelines for placing decoupling capacitors in your PCB layout.
What is thermal runaway in Li-ion battery systems? And how do battery management systems help mitigate failure for…
What is thermal runaway in Li-ion battery systems? And how do battery management systems help mitigate failure for improved safety? Learn more in this technical article.
Learn the high-level basics of what role battery management systems (BMSs) play in power design and what components are…
Learn the high-level basics of what role battery management systems (BMSs) play in power design and what components are necessary for their basic functions.
For some of us, at-home work may be an extended reality beyond 2020. You’ll need the proper tools to accomplish your goals.
For some of us, at-home work may be an extended reality beyond 2020. You’ll need the proper tools to accomplish your goals.
Learn some basic, foundational info about fiber optic communication systems in this primer.
Learn some basic, foundational info about fiber optic communication systems in this primer.
Leakage current can contribute to power dissipation, especially at lower threshold voltages. Learn about six types of…
Leakage current can contribute to power dissipation, especially at lower threshold voltages. Learn about six types of leakage current that can be found in MOS transistors.
This article covers the basics of MOS transistors with a view towards better understanding the leakage current that can…
This article covers the basics of MOS transistors with a view towards better understanding the leakage current that can occur in such transistors.
This article continues our introductory discussion of light-sensitive components that produce higher output-current…
This article continues our introductory discussion of light-sensitive components that produce higher output-current amplitude than photodiodes.
In this series of articles, we’ll explore higher-output-current alternatives to photodiodes.
In this series of articles, we’ll explore higher-output-current alternatives to photodiodes.
Modeling hysteresis in SPICE can be difficult when you're dealing with a multivalued transfer function. In this article,…
Modeling hysteresis in SPICE can be difficult when you're dealing with a multivalued transfer function. In this article, we'll teach you a way to "cheat" to get around this issue.
Need a low-distortion ADC interface? In this article, we'll discuss how to reduce 2nd harmonic distortion by using…
Need a low-distortion ADC interface? In this article, we'll discuss how to reduce 2nd harmonic distortion by using symmetric PCB layout.
In this article, we’ll discuss another group of thermal data, called thermal characterization parameters denoted by the…
In this article, we’ll discuss another group of thermal data, called thermal characterization parameters denoted by the Greek letter Psi (Ψ).
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