Engineering Essentials

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Test & Measurement

Auto Semiconductor Test Requires a Comprehensive Approach

Semiconductor quantity and functionality in cars continues to grow. As each type of device poses unique test challenges, a one-size-fits-all test approach won’t suffice. A test...
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Power

Shedding Light on Little-Known Power-Density Applications

From automated magnetic components to grid-connected inverters, efficient power density plays an increasingly key role in today’s ever-shrinking applications.
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Memory

Secure Serial Flash Memory Augments Secure Boot

Offering firmware integrity protection among other features, Winbond’s secure serial flash memory facilitates secure boot.
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How to Model, Measure, and Reduce EMI Noise

Electromagnetic-interference (EMI) disturbances are on the rise and becoming more intense due to more complex and powerful designs. Engineers can take several courses of action...
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Power

Comparing Single-Phase Controller and Multiphase Converter Solutions

What’s the better option: a single-phase controller design or two converters interleaved in a dual-phase design? This article shares insight into the design considerations and...
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Analog

Noise Reduction is Crucial to Mixed-Signal ASIC Design Success (Part 1)

Understanding the problem and possible solutions helps designers produce ICs in which noise performance doesn't hamper functionality.
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Power

Automotive Lighting Requires Reliable EMI Control

A key concern within the automotive industry is ensuring electromagnetic compatibility (EMC), which involves the seamless operation of electronic systems without interference....
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Sensors

Magnetic Sensors for All Seasons

Magnetic sensors offer a convenient alternative to their mechanical counterparts. This article discusses the different types of these sensors, their operating principles, and ...
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Embedded

From Maker to Market: The Dynamic Journey of Bringing Innovations to Life

Moving from a concept to distribution is a complex and multifaceted process that requires careful planning, strategic thinking, and a deep understanding of the market.