This article looks at the technology and the sample kits that Powercast provides users who want to learn more about the technology.
This article looks at the technology and the sample kits that Powercast provides users who want to learn more about the technology.
Klystron amplifiers are used in a variety of industries, including satellite systems, television broadcasting, radar,…
Klystron amplifiers are used in a variety of industries, including satellite systems, television broadcasting, radar, particle accelerators, and in the medical field. In this article, we'll learn about the two-cavity klystron's unique build and the concept of electron bunching.
This article examines some subtle details associated with the high-frequency performance of decoupling capacitors.
This article examines some subtle details associated with the high-frequency performance of decoupling capacitors.
In this article, we’ll discuss MOSFET characteristics related to transient conditions and switch-mode operation.
In this article, we’ll discuss MOSFET characteristics related to transient conditions and switch-mode operation.
This article provides an overview of various characteristics and specifications that are relevant to low-frequency MOSFET…
This article provides an overview of various characteristics and specifications that are relevant to low-frequency MOSFET operation.
This article explores the somewhat complicated issue of how exactly to connect a decoupling capacitor to a power pin.
This article explores the somewhat complicated issue of how exactly to connect a decoupling capacitor to a power pin.
This article will review the operation of a basic ECL inverter/buffer, and then we’ll look at some of the most…
This article will review the operation of a basic ECL inverter/buffer, and then we’ll look at some of the most important features of this logic family.
This article discusses the importance of proper grounding techniques in PCB design.
This article discusses the importance of proper grounding techniques in PCB design.
The Texas Instruments DLPDLCR2000EVM is a demonstration cape designed to plug into a BeagleBone Black (BBB) and provide…
The Texas Instruments DLPDLCR2000EVM is a demonstration cape designed to plug into a BeagleBone Black (BBB) and provide instant-on projection capabilities using a digital micromirror device and a relatively high-power RGB LED.
By connecting an L298 bridge IC to an Arduino, you can control a DC motor.
By connecting an L298 bridge IC to an Arduino, you can control a DC motor.
Learn about mutual inductance and how it can influence an engineer’s approach to circuit and system design.
Learn about mutual inductance and how it can influence an engineer’s approach to circuit and system design.
In this article, we’ll discuss implementing a simple direct digital synthesizer (DDS) using the Xilinx System Generator.
In this article, we’ll discuss implementing a simple direct digital synthesizer (DDS) using the Xilinx System Generator.
Connecting power with incorrect polarity is an easy mistake to make. Fortunately, protecting your device from reverse…
Connecting power with incorrect polarity is an easy mistake to make. Fortunately, protecting your device from reverse polarity is also quite easy.
This article looks at the mathematical calculations used to size the pull-up resistors and determine the maximum length…
This article looks at the mathematical calculations used to size the pull-up resistors and determine the maximum length of circuit traces.
This article provides insight into the fundamental characteristics and origins of the electrical signals that you always…
This article provides insight into the fundamental characteristics and origins of the electrical signals that you always have but almost never want.
This project demonstrates and discusses the performance and functionality of an inductorless ±5 V power-supply circuit.
This project demonstrates and discusses the performance and functionality of an inductorless ±5 V power-supply circuit.
In this project, we’re using an Arduino Uno and a Raspberry Pi 3 Model B to create an automatic wildlife camera. And,…
In this project, we’re using an Arduino Uno and a Raspberry Pi 3 Model B to create an automatic wildlife camera. And, as an added bonus, this camera works at night. Make one of your own to snap photos of local birds, parading pups, or sneaky humans.
This article discusses some details—efficiency, noise, etc.—that influence the choice of operational frequencies for…
This article discusses some details—efficiency, noise, etc.—that influence the choice of operational frequencies for switch-mode power supplies.
Everyone needs a negative voltage rail eventually, but most only have a single rail supply. This project will show you…
Everyone needs a negative voltage rail eventually, but most only have a single rail supply. This project will show you how to build a negative voltage generator that runs off a single rail supply!
This article discusses the PCB layout for a power-supply circuit that generates a regulated 3.3 V rail from a small solar cell.
This article discusses the PCB layout for a power-supply circuit that generates a regulated 3.3 V rail from a small solar cell.