GPS as we know it requires the precision of atomic clocks. This article looks at the importance of timing for GPS and the clocks that provide it.
GPS as we know it requires the precision of atomic clocks. This article looks at the importance of timing for GPS and the clocks that provide it.
This article will discuss several multiplication examples using the fixed-point representation.
This article will discuss several multiplication examples using the fixed-point representation.
This is a protoype of a fitness wearable device designed to vibrate when it detects stagnation.
This is a protoype of a fitness wearable device designed to vibrate when it detects stagnation.
In this article, we’ll evaluate different firmware strategies in our pursuit of maximum-frequency analog signal generation.
In this article, we’ll evaluate different firmware strategies in our pursuit of maximum-frequency analog signal generation.
This article introduces the image histogram and discusses its characteristics and applications.
This article introduces the image histogram and discusses its characteristics and applications.
This article discusses an efficient implementation of the interpolation filters called the polyphase implementation.
This article discusses an efficient implementation of the interpolation filters called the polyphase implementation.
Manufacturers can use fixtures or panels to secure or frame fragile, thin, or oddly shaped PCBs. This allows them to…
Manufacturers can use fixtures or panels to secure or frame fragile, thin, or oddly shaped PCBs. This allows them to easily fit the boards in the standard assembly or inspection machines.
In this article, we’ll develop firmware that will serve as the basis for high-precision, high-speed signal generation.
In this article, we’ll develop firmware that will serve as the basis for high-precision, high-speed signal generation.
Fixed-point representation allows us to use fractional numbers on low-cost integer hardware.
Fixed-point representation allows us to use fractional numbers on low-cost integer hardware.
How accurate is your humidity sensor? Find out with this project.
How accurate is your humidity sensor? Find out with this project.
In this article, we discuss power hold-up and some energy storage management devices in the context of SSDs.
In this article, we discuss power hold-up and some energy storage management devices in the context of SSDs.
In this article we’ll discuss the PCB layout for a custom-designed arbitrary waveform generator board.
In this article we’ll discuss the PCB layout for a custom-designed arbitrary waveform generator board.
This article will review the theory of the two’s complement representation along with some examples.
This article will review the theory of the two’s complement representation along with some examples.
This article discusses circular buffering, which allows us to significantly accelerate the data transfer in a real-time system.
This article discusses circular buffering, which allows us to significantly accelerate the data transfer in a real-time system.
Learn about rigid PCBs vs. flexible PCBs, when it's better to use one type instead of the other, and learn about some…
Learn about rigid PCBs vs. flexible PCBs, when it's better to use one type instead of the other, and learn about some manufacturing steps related to each of these PCB types.
This article explains the Look-Up Tables (LUTs) constituting Field Programmable Gate Arrays (FPGAs).
This article explains the Look-Up Tables (LUTs) constituting Field Programmable Gate Arrays (FPGAs).
Blending colors may sound elementary but it is vital in drawing attention to your project with RGB LEDs!
Blending colors may sound elementary but it is vital in drawing attention to your project with RGB LEDs!
This article demonstrates the creation of an inductive switch cabinet lock that can detect the movement of a conductive…
This article demonstrates the creation of an inductive switch cabinet lock that can detect the movement of a conductive target. The purpose is to create a door that cannot be opened without triggering an alarm.
In this article, we discuss why PCB copper traces should be plated, and we’ll review various plating materials and…
In this article, we discuss why PCB copper traces should be plated, and we’ll review various plating materials and plating methods.
Let's interface an ultrasonic sensor and a lighting system! In this project, we'll design a sensor subsystem and then use…
Let's interface an ultrasonic sensor and a lighting system! In this project, we'll design a sensor subsystem and then use it in a parking sensor application.