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WEBFirst, they delve into some important updates about the R&D 100 Awards for 2023 — and then dip their toes into the strange new world of AI […] More Podcasts. Our electronics engineering sites feature industry experts covering product news and reviews, EE video, “how-to” articles, best practices in electronics design and electronic data ...
MIM/MOM capacitor extraction boosts analog and RF designs
WEBApr 29, 2020 · MIM/MOM capacitors. Metal-insulator-metal (MIM) and metal-oxide-metal (MOM) capacitors are widely used in analog/RF designs because of their desirable characteristics: High-capacity density due to minimum width and spacing of metals. Good matching characteristics due to lateral coupling. Symmetric plate design.
The basics: What is EMC? - Electrical Engineering News and Products
WEBJan 12, 2022 · EMC stands for Electromagnetic compatibility, which means that a device is compatible with (i.e., no interference is caused by) its electromagnetic (EM) environment. It does not emit levels of EM energy that generate electromagnetic interference (EMI) in other devices in the vicinity. Electromagnetic interference (EMI) is the interference ...
Westinghouse and the fail-safe train air brake, Part 1: The problem
WEBAug 5, 2020 · The man who brought fail-safe brakes to railroads once had a major role in the 20 th-century industry, but a combination of events and decisions have left only his braking system as a recognized legacy.. Some innovations seem so obvious and pervasive that we assume they have always been with us, but, of course, that is not the case.
The hot-wire anemometer, Part 1: Principles
WEBMar 20, 2020 · The hot wire anemometer for measuring fluid speed offers unique advantages but also has some challenging use issues. You are undoubtedly familiar with the classic wind-speed anemometer with three cups rotating as the wind blows, while a tachometer reports the revolutions rate (Figure 1).This is a “tried and true” way to measure large-scale wind speed.
EE Classroom - Oscilloscopes
WEBWhether in a home workshop or massive engineering lab, the oscilloscope is truly beyond measure. In this classroom, we’ll start with some Cathode Ray Oscilloscope (CRO) basics, then move into modulation tutorials from analog to digital to 5G. Walk through a checklist of what to consider when trying to achieve that ideal and accurate measurement.
What is leakage current? - Electrical Engineering News and Products
WEBJul 24, 2017 · Leakage current can create a constant waste of energy, and in consumer end-user circles is called “vampire power” loss; the answer to which is to unplug chargers when not in use. Power loss is not the only problem that leakage current can create, however. Current can leak from one circuit to another if …
Circuit Protection Basics: What’s best for your overcurrent …
WEBNov 6, 2023 · Understanding the differences between fuses, PTC devices, and eFuse protection ICs By Pete Pytlik, FAE Manager, Littelfuse, Inc. Virtually every piece of electrical and electronic equipment requires various circuit protection devices to comply with safety and performance standards. Properly selected protection devices will help improve end-product uptime, sustainability, and reliability ...
A New Generation of Materials for Gasholders
WEBJun 10, 2014 · The four main current types of gasholder are: Wiggins dry-seal, waterless M.A.N., Klonne grease seal, column spiral guided water-sealed. One company, Clayton Walker Gasholders, has been involved in gasholder construction since 1837. “We deal with most well-known steel companies,” says Ian Ford, Motherwell Bridge ’s …
Teardown: D7 robot vacuum from Neato Robotics
WEBSep 1, 2021 · The D7 robot vacuum from Neato Robotics in California boasts a lot of navigational features such as zone cleaning, no-go lines, and floor plan mapping. We tore down a D7 to see how these features. Top, the D7. Middle, the D7 with its dust bin removed. Bottom, the underside of the D7 with the battery removed. are implemented and to get a close ...