A Vector Network Analyzer (VNA) natively measures complex S-parameters of a device under test (DUT) in the frequency domain mode by sweeping across various frequency points. While there is an exhaustive list of measurements that can be accomplished in the standard frequency domain mode – using the advanced inverse Chirp z-transformation, the measurements can also be simultaneously analyzed in time domain mode. This … [More]
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Rapid and Easy Industrial Ethernet Development
The compact industrial Ethernet R-IN32M3 Module is an all-in-one solution delivering high-speed real-time response and high-precision communication control. This module contains a network stack … [More]
How to Design Better Comms System
This article highlights tested reference designs, which support protocol compliance to HDMI, MIPI-CSI-2, and CameraLink standards. Support for the entire protocol stack can be achieved with a … [More]
MEMS Accelerometers are the Designer’s Best Choice for CbM Applications
This article discusses key criteria when using MEMS accelerometers in CbM systems. Highlighting how MEMS accelerometers can offer a viable alternative to piezo accelerometers. This article also … [More]
Power-Up Phase Determinism Using Multichip Synchronization Features in DACs and ADCs
This paper presents experimental results which demonstrate this MCS capability while using a sixteen-channel Rx/Tx platform consisting of multiple digitizer ICs, clock sources and digital … [More]
How Software Configurable Hardware Helps Flexibility in Industrial I/O Modules
This articles shows that with the right SWIO ICs, manufacturers can develop a platform that replaces multiple aging fixed function I/O modules. The need for hardware disappears to decrease product … [More]
A Modern Solution to Evolving Smoke Safety Regulations
This whitepaper presents the new regulations governing smoke alarms. ADI's smoke detection module is designed and tested to meet the new UL-217 8th Ed. Download Whitepaper … [More]
INΤΕLLIGENT LAYERING® for High Volume Production
Is it time to say goodbye to costly molds, tooling, and lengthy setup times? 3DEO uses Intelligent Layering®, a patented “bind and sinter” technology that does not use an inkjet printhead. This … [More]
[Case Study] 3D Printed Pneumatic Precision Grippers by Gimatic
With HP’s Jet Fusion 3D printing capabilities, Gimatic develops new products more quickly, gains a speed-to-market advantage, and wins more deals. Download the case study from HP to learn more... … [More]
[Case Study] 3D Printed EOAT for Continental Automotive
HP’s Multi Jet Fusion technology enables design freedom, allowing IAM 3D Hub to develop new robotic components and tooling to further automate Continental Spain S.A’s, Assembly Operations. Download … [More]
[Case Study] 3D Printed EOAT for Automatic Paint Machines
How HP’s 3D Printing technology enables parts that are lightweight, allowing faster movements with increased precision. Download the case study from HP to learn more... … [More]
Computer Vision for Robotics with Intel® RealSense™ Technology
When robots can see, measure, analyze, and respond to their environment, a whole new world of possibilities opens up. Read about the devices that give robots the ability to navigate landscapes, avoid … [More]
Systematic Methodology to Solve Reset Challenges in Automotive SoCs
Modern automotive SoCs typically contain multiple asynchronous reset signals to ensure systematic functional recovery from unexpected situations and faults. This complex reset architecture leads to a … [More]
11 Considerations for Embedded System RFID Readers
Embedded system RFID and smartphone credential readers come with a broad range of form factors, capabilities and configurations. When evaluating a reader to embed into a system or device, it is … [More]
Infineon’s Smart Entrance Counter Solution: An accurate, automated, real-time people counter
Automated People Counting Systems, which count people coming into or going out of an area, have become increasingly important in 2020, due to the arrival of the COVID-19 pandemic. Although many … [More]
5G verification is impossible without emulation
Emulation, combined with a rich assortment of virtualized versions of the many protocols that 5G will require, is the only practical way of ensuring that the first round of silicon built will be the … [More]
PCB Layout Methodologies for SiC Gate Drivers
When designing the printed circuit board (PCB) layout for any high-power or high-voltage system, the gate drive circuitry can be particularly susceptible to parasitic impedances and signals. Following … [More]
Tessent LogicBIST with Observation Scan Technology
Meeting the ISO 26262 requirements for high quality and long-term reliability mans implementing on-chip safety mechanisms with high defect coverage of IC logic. This paper describes Observation Scan … [More]
Machine Learning at the Edge: Using HLS to Optimize Power and Performance
Moving machine learning to the edge has critical requirements on power and performance. Using off-the-shelf solutions is not practical. CPUs are too slow, GPUs/TPUs are expensive and consume too much … [More]
Wear-Resistant SLS-Printed Parts Comparable to Injection-Molded Components
Since its creation in the 1980s, 3D printing has evolved tremendously, with more printing technologies and material types available. Research shows that engineers in North America are optimistic about … [More]
The keys to generative design
Increasing automotive design complexity demands a shift away from legacy automotive design flows that heavily rely on manual design work, data exchange, and requirements tracking. The industry demands … [More]
Using Mixed Signal Oscilloscopes to Find and Diagnose Jitter Caused by Power Integrity Problems
Learn about the connection between signal integrity on data and clock lines, and power integrity. This application note gives a brief review of jitter measurements and terminology, including eye … [More]
Robots, Cobots & You: Gaining a Competitive Edge with Next-Gen Tech
Cobots. The name is a union of “collaborate” and “robot” and the increasing popularity of these autonomous machines in the manufacturing space is a result of the benefits of that collaboration. Like … [More]
Robotics Advance with AI Technologies
The rising interest in AI-first solution modeling suggests that a rethinking of conventional industrial robotics design and development is needed. Rather than relying on an approach in which existing … [More]
Next-Generation Industrial Robotic Capabilities Advanced By Artificial Intelligence
Recent advances in artificial intelligence (AI) combined with new communication technologies, including 5G, help integrate robotics into software-defined infrastructures as part of the full-scale … [More]
ASi-5 Empowers Industry 4.0 Applications with Tons of Features and Easy Integration Options
The new ASi-5 standard is an industrial communication standard designed to meet Industry 4.0/IIot requirements. High bandwidth, real-time communication with guaranteed low cycle times, unmatched … [More]
Understanding Thermal Gap Filler Pads, PCB Deflection, and Stress
This paper focuses on the characteristics of gap fillers and how they impact a printed circuit board (PCB) including compression characteristics of various types of gap fillers, from standard … [More]
Key Trends and Technology Solutions Accelerating the Electrification of Commercial Vehicles
In this trend paper we explore the transportation industry’s move towards electrification, which includes various (and competing) architectural approaches, each offering application-specific … [More]
Benefits of Signal Integrity (SI) Simulation for High Speed Sockets and Adapters
High-speed sockets and adapters continue to perform important functions for today’s IC component and electronics packaging engineers. Whether for testing, prototyping, or production, these components … [More]
The Ultimate Guide to PCB Hardware
When designing data cabinets, home appliances, office equipment, cable junction boxes or anything that involves electronics, PCB hardware are integral components for your project. This guide will help … [More]
A machine learning approach to CMP modeling
Most IC manufacturers use CMP modeling to detect potential hotspots as part of their DFM flow. However, building physics-based or compact models for FCVD and eHARP CMP processes has proven … [More]
Advanced electrical rule checking in IC reliability verification
Electrical rule checking (ERC) verifies the robustness of a schematic or layout design, ensuring that circuits will operate as designed and intended. ERC violations can result in reduced yield, or … [More]
Why COVID-19 is a Breakthrough Moment for Additive Manufacturing
The arrival of COVID-19 left many companies unable to fulfill market demand for weeks or months as they were impacted by supply shock, demand shock, or both. In some cases, new high-throughput … [More]
Precise Positioning: Selecting the Right Linear Stage
Linear stages must perform with accuracy and precision while offering the right attributes for your application. Your options include linear motor drive and ball screw drive units, as well as various … [More]
EMC Solutions from I-PEX
FCC compliance for radiated emissions is an increasingly difficult challenge for designers of electronic systems. Proper component selection expecting to pass a final FCC system test, for radiated … [More]
Predictive Maintenance Solution for Motor Control
Predictive maintenance is the most efficient and effective way of managing a sizeable asset-based production facility or manufacturing site. Incorporating edge-based inference on microcontrollers and … [More]