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Read ArticleThe Tolerance Problem
There are three main factors in play that determine the results of operations. One is the cost of goods sold, two is the price the goods fetch and three is how long does the product last
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Read ArticleThe Case For Using Copper Pour on Routing Layers
Doing special things with a circuit pattern is a hallmark of analog design. All of the important signals on the board added together are equal in importance to one net; that net is the ground net.
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Read ArticleUsing Daughter Cards to Increase Functionality
There has always been room for improvement on a system of multiple printed circuit boards. In many cases, an RF module will be added to a PC board.
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Read ArticleThe Benefits of Electronic Component Cost Volume Analysis in PCB Design
Choosing the best priced components to use on your circuit board can save you a lot of money as long as you look to component cost volume analysis first.
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Read ArticleElectronic Component Vulnerability Assessment in PCB Design
Choosing the wrong component can cause serious problems for your PCB. Here are some considerations in order to mitigate electronic component vulnerability risks.
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Read ArticleDesigning PCBs to Avoid Electrical Shock Fatigue
Electrical shock fatigue can cut the lifecycle of your board short. In this blog, we tell you how to avoid this outcome.
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Read ArticleThe Effects of Plane Current Density on PCB Design and Functionality
The importance of plane current density is equal to the significance of the overall design itself.
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Read ArticleWhat is Jitter Tolerance and its Effects on Signal Integrity
Jitter tolerance levels must be adhered to or risk detriment to a PCB’s signal integrity.
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Read ArticleThe Implementation of Design Reliability Testing and Risk Reduction Strategies
Design reliability and risk reduction strategies are a vital part of proper and accurate PCB design.
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Read ArticleWhere and When to Use a VRM Heatsink in Your PCB?
If you’re designing a VRM for power stability, then you’ll need to think about thermal management and using a VRM heatsink.
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Read ArticleTeaming Up For Success on a Large PCB Project
Time to market is often one of the most important factors in the success of a project. Capitalizing on a new idea while others are pursuing the same goal is much easier when your product is first.
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Read ArticleAre You a Little Board?
The whole world gets a little smaller and a little faster every other day. The underlying magic that supports this flow of knowledge is constantly evolving to keep up.
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Read ArticlePCB Design For Solder Mask Defined Footprints
The right clearance and tolerance for your solder mask defined footprints is important so you don't run into any assembly issues.
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Read ArticleDesign for Electronics Recycling: Best Practices
How do I institute a design for electronics recycling strategy? In this blog, we give you the answers you need.
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Read ArticleWhat is Linear and Nonlinear Resistance?
The terms linear and nonlinear resistance are sometimes used interchangeably. Here’s what circuit designers need to know about these terms.
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Read ArticleSignal Noise Attenuation is About More Than Filter Design
Using the right noise attenuation measures in your board requires correctly identifying your noise sources.
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Read ArticleSystem Modeling and Abstraction Levels: From Blocks to Layout
System modeling and abstraction levels in IC and PCB design help you stay organized during design.
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Read ArticlePrecision Tools for ECAD-MCAD Co-Design of Multi-Board PCBs
As PCB design increases in complexity, it is more important than ever that designers use ECAD-MCAD co-design of multi-board PCBs to shorten design schedules.
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Read ArticleDDR4 Routing Guidelines for PCB and the Advancements in PCB Architecture
DDR4 is the new current generation of RAM and with it comes new routing guidelines for PCB implementation.
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Read ArticleThe Importance of Dynamic Load Line Analysis
The dynamic load line analysis provides the optimal operating point calculations that help to optimize circuit design.
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