Series: Ideas for Design

Our collection of Ideas for Design from our readers.
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Electronic Design's Ideas for Design (IFD) are short design contributions from our readers. The series has been around for over 60 years, and we have collected them here for your review. We will be adding volumes on a regular basis and you can check out the latest IFD articles as well.

Do you have an idea you would like to contribute? If so, check out our Contribute Content page for details. You can also check our the Electronic Design Digital Archives for full issues of the magazine. 

More articles about the Ideas for Design series

Electronic Design opens its archives to bring you Ideas for Design. These short articles present useful circuits and designs and have been very popular over the years.
Check out our most recently published IFDs.
Though many facets of design execution have changed significantly over time, numerous core ideas for design remain timeless.
This year, we celebrate Electronic Design's 60th Anniversary with a special look at our most popular department, Ideas for Design.

Ideas for Design eBooks

These are collections of Ideas for Design as downloadable PDF eBooks. You will need to be an Electronic Design member. Registration is free and you get access to all of our editorial eBooks and downloads.

Check out the latest collection of design nuggets for engineers and developers.
Check out this collection of great Ideas for Design that have stood the test of time.