This technical article explains how a transistor as a switch operates. It covers theoretical foundations, bipolar and MOSFET operating regions, practical design calculations, and real world applications.
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Trying to keep up with the ever-shrinking requirements of consumer electronics? Looking to cut every milligram of fuel-wasting weight in automotive and aerospace? The design options printed electronics offer go far beyond what can be achieved with the rigid PCBs of the past.
This blog post dives deep into the essentials of thermal management in PCB design, covering key techniques like PCB thermal vias design, PCB heatsink selection, thermal simulation for PCBs, PCB material thermal conductivity, and high power PCB thermal design.
Knowing what each multimeter symbol means is essential for digital design engineers, hardware engineers, and electronics students. This guide explains the theory behind common symbols, demonstrates their practical application, and highlights key safety considerations.
Discover what is a series circuit, its principles, advantages, and applications in engineering, with real-life examples, formulas, and practical insights for accurate circuit analysis!
A comprehensive technical comparison of low-pass and high-pass filters, covering how each works, practical circuit implementations, and when to use them in electronics and signal processing.
Researchers at ITMO University have developed a new photoluminescence amplification method for silicon. The metasurface designed by the physicists can enhance silicon's ability to absorb and emit light by 10,000 times – at a record-low volume of the material.
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The flexible chip could boost the performance of current electronics and meet the more stringent efficiency requirements of future 6G technologies.
Researchers from ITMO's School of Physics and Engineering have developed optical labels made with gold and silicon. This solution will find its applications in the authentication of optical chips, sensors, and other microelectronics.
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Achieving the right soldering temperature is crucial for strong, reliable solder joints in electronics. This article explores soldering temperatures – from alloy melting points and heat transfer principles to real-world guidelines for hand soldering and reflow processes
An in-depth resource on potentiometer types, wiring, and applications.
Register now for our next webinar discussing the future of surge protection in connected systems.
This article explores the major trends shaping connector technology in 2025, including miniaturization, ruggedness, increased current density, advanced materials, digital transformation in design and selection, engineering challenges.
In this article, we will discuss parallel vs series circuits, exploring how they operate, their key differences in terms of current flow and voltage distribution, and why they are essential in practical designs.
Power supplies ensure stability and safety in automation. Beyond voltage and capacity, engineers must consider environment, equipment, and certifications. This article explores these factors and how Schneider Electric's ABL series meets industrial demands.
