Semiconductors are the building blocks of modern electronics, powering everything from smartphones to satellites. This in-depth guide provides a comprehensive understanding of semiconductors' engineering principles and applications, delving into their fundamental concepts, materials, devices, manufacturing processes, and their impact on today's technology landscape.
A guide covering the full radio-frequency design workflow, starting from setting specifications and choosing topologies to matching, simulation, layout, and verification, to help antenna engineers.
Controlled impedance is the control of PCB trace impedance within specified tolerances. This article covers microstrip and stripline designs, IPC-2141A formulas, stackup selection, impedance tolerances, routing practices, and TDR testing for signal integrity.
A PCB design can be electrically correct, pass every design rule check and perform exactly as expected on an engineer's screen - and still cause significant problems when it reaches manufacturing.
A semiconductor is a material whose electrical conductivity falls between that of a conductor and an insulator and can be controlled by temperature, light, and impurities. This article covers semiconductor materials, doping, diodes, transistors, and integrated circuits.
Explore how TDKs Direct Retinal Projection DRP technology offers a breakthrough, enabling compact, energy-efficient AR glasses designed for all-day wear.
With help from recent gifts, the Stanford Wearable Electronics Initiative eWEAR-X is supercharging its efforts to transform researchers inspiration into reality by augmenting the Ideation and Prototyping Lab and providing seed funding for members of the university community.
Learn how to calculate impedance in AC circuits – from basic RLC components to complex transmission lines and PCB traces. This guide covers the theory, formulas, methods, and tools needed to determine impedance accurately and ensure proper impedance matching in their designs.
Surface Mount Technology PCB assembly is a revolution in electronics design, enabling smaller and more reliable circuits. This guide explores the basics of SMT PCB assembly, how it works, and industry standards. This article is for electronics designers to help understand critical SMT design aspects.
This article is a detailed guide on Vcc vs Vdd power rail naming conventions in analog and digital circuits (CMOS vs bipolar), with practical tips for schematics, PCB layout, and IC selection!
Is soldering paste the same as flux? This technical article clarifies the differences for electronics engineers, covering their functionalities and practical implementations in both manual soldering (repairs, prototyping) and automated soldering (SMT reflow assembly)
Conformal coatings are polymeric films on printed circuit boards (PCBs) that protect against hazards like moisture, pollution, chemicals, and temperature changes. This layer of material is vital for the longevity and reliability of electronic parts.
Lightweight, conformable, and cost-effective, new forms of printed flexible electronics open up a world of possibilities in consumer electronics, healthcare, and beyond.
Printed electronics are used in a wide range of devices, including flexible displays, thin-film transistors, sensors, and photovoltaic cells. In this article, we look at five aspects of printing equipment that can be improved by switching to laser sintering.
This article explores the key benefits of RTC modules in automotive infotainment control systems, highlighting how Micro Crystal's RTC solutions contribute to enhanced performance and user experience.
Configurable power supplies combine the flexibility of custom designs with the speed and cost-efficiency of modular systems. By enabling tailored voltage, current, and control features, they help engineers address evolving requirements across industrial and medical applications.