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How to Estimate and Enhance the Dynamic Range of a Vector Network Analyzer

Sun, 02/18/2024 - 20:00
This article explains how to estimate the dynamic range a vector network analyzer (VNA) needs for a given measurement, then discusses four techniques for boosting the dynamic range to the required level.

Rugged MOSFETs Bring More Control and Reliability to Automotive Systems

Sat, 02/17/2024 - 02:00
Three MOSFET products bring down on-resistance, package sizes, and noise—improving both low- and high-voltage automotive performance.

OpenTitan Partners Release First Open-Source Chip to Commercial Market

Fri, 02/16/2024 - 20:00
The latest hardware RoT chip is community-accessible, ensuring security (perhaps paradoxically) through transparency.

Allegro Microsystems Launches High-Bandwidth Current Sensors for EVs

Fri, 02/16/2024 - 02:00
Both current sensors are designed to improve efficiency in GaN and SiC power converters.

Introspect Technology Introduces LPDDR5/LPDDR5X Protocol Analyzer

Thu, 02/15/2024 - 20:00
The analyzer's package-on-package interposer design enables shorter cables and active probing with measurements at 8,533 MT/s or more.

Nuvoton’s New Microprocessors Target Industrial HMI Applications

Thu, 02/15/2024 - 02:00
The MPU is built on 64/32-bit Arm Cortex-A35 cores, packing a computing punch in modern user interfaces.

Understanding the Significance of Dynamic Range and Spurious-Free Dynamic Range

Wed, 02/14/2024 - 20:00
In this article, we investigate two metrics used to characterize the performance of RF test and measurement systems.

Generative AI Meets Its Computing Match in Nvidia’s New GPU

Wed, 02/14/2024 - 02:00
The company’s new GPU builds on Nvidia RTX technology for improvements in AI, graphics, and compute.

Siemens Rolls Out Multi-Discipline Simulation Tool for EV Designs

Tue, 02/13/2024 - 20:00
The new software solution can predict e-machine performance, including that of axial flux electric drive units.

New DC-DC Converters Pack Big Performance in Small Packages

Tue, 02/13/2024 - 02:00
In this roundup, we highlight three new DC-DC converters that emerged in the last few months, each driven by package and performance improvements.

Silicon Labs and Arduino Team Up to Democratize Matter

Mon, 02/12/2024 - 20:00
Matter-over-Thread applications are now more accessible to Arduino's developer community of 33 million.

Using a Raspberry Pi Pico to Enhance a Vintage Radio Shack Microcomputer Kit

Sun, 02/11/2024 - 20:00
In this project, we’ll use a Raspberry Pi Pico to build an adjustable clock with an LED display. We’ll then integrate the clock with a Radio Shack Science Fair Microcomputer Trainer programmed to function as a 7-bit binary counter.

Jay W. Forrester and the Invention of Magnetic Core Memory

Sat, 02/10/2024 - 02:00
During his long and remarkably productive career, Jay Forrester accumulated an impressive list of innovations and achievements in electrical engineering, social science, and business management.

Distance Measurement Solution Taps Bluetooth LE Channel Sounding

Fri, 02/09/2024 - 20:00
In this news analysis piece, Nthatisi examines Silicon Labs’ High Accuracy Distance Measurement (HADM) solution, which leverages Bluetooth LE's Channel Sounding feature, designed for complex RF environments.

New U-blox Modules Support Simultaneous Positioning and Communications

Fri, 02/09/2024 - 02:00
Designers can leverage the newest U-blox modules to simplify cellular and IoT design.

The 10 Most Common EMC Challenges in a PCB Design

Thu, 02/08/2024 - 20:00
Improve your PCB designs and avoid costly respins due to EMC test failures by learning some basic design techniques and applying modern EMC analysis software.

Educational MCU Board Featuring Nordic SoCs Teaches Electronic Design

Thu, 02/08/2024 - 02:00
Using an industrial SoC, this educational device provides an easy entry into the wireless world.

Understanding the Inner Workings of Vector Network Analyzers

Wed, 02/07/2024 - 20:00
In this article, we explore how the signal source and receivers of a VNA enable its function.

Wi-Fi HaLow Flexes Its Wings, Extending Two Miles on Morse Micro SoC

Tue, 02/06/2024 - 22:00
Morse Micro, a leading Wi-Fi Certified HaLow vendor, conducted the world’s first live demonstration of a long-range Wi-Fi video call in San Francisco, California.

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