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When analog signals need to be monitored, the most common components used for this task are ADCs. There is nothing wrong with ADCs for many different functions, but they are best used when precise measurements of a voltage level are needed. When a simpler measurement is needed, such as when a signal exceeds a certain voltage level, the typical approach is to use a comparator or a window comparator. For example, one common application in power...

In previous articles, we have discussed the importance of requirements management in engineering projects and the necessity of designing products with manufacturability in mind. It is essential to recognize that the design of an electronic product involves not only electronic design tasks but also a series of activities spanning multiple disciplines, such as mechanical design, firmware and software development, programmable logic design...

It’s no lie that Artificial Intelligence (AI) has become a game changer in the landscape of software development. One shot generative AI was helpful but introducing thinking models and agentic workflows has completely disrupted the world of code generation. Probably one of the most frequent questions I get from fellow colleagues is how to squeeze as much efficiency out of an AI agent as possible, increasing efficiency by 5-10x. In this article...

Few challenges hit harder in electronics than component obsolescence. In 2022, nearly 750,000 parts went obsolete. While that staggering figure declined in 2023, last year still saw over 470,000 components reach end of life (EOL). And for many companies, the problem comes down to one thing: lack of preparation. With technology evolving at breakneck speed, engineers need the foresight to see years into the future and build products that can stand...

The technology landscape is evolving fast, and so are product designs. As components become obsolete faster than ever, engineers face constant challenges to keep pace. Parts validation is a must for any new development, and the ability to validate at speed is what enables redesigns to move forward with little to no disruption.  For electronics designers, accelerating time-to-market depends on validating component choices early. They do this...

Modern electronic systems increasingly rely on multi-board designs to achieve compact form factors, modularity, and serviceability. But distributing functionality across multiple PCBs brings new complexity. Power integrity, signal quality, electromagnetic compatibility, and mechanical alignment all must be validated at the system level, not just on individual boards. Altium addresses these challenges through a unified design environment that...

In electronics design, the leap from a promising prototype to full-scale production is where many projects stumble. What looks straightforward on paper often turns into a minefield of unexpected challenges and budget overruns. McKinsey research suggests that supply-chain disruptions lasting one month or longer occur about every 3.7 years and can wipe out 45% of one year’s profits. The key to avoiding these pitfalls is choosing components that...

Today’s most effective electronics design teams execute quickly without sacrificing precision. The demands of modern development, from last-minute design changes to sudden supplier shifts, require engineers to stay ahead of change rather than reacting to it. Agile BOM management supports this proactive approach by creating flexible, data-driven bill of materials (BOM) workflows that keep projects on track and reduce costly delays. With agile BOM...

Risk management in the PCB industry is no different from any other field. It’s a structured journey, which begins with identifying potential risks, then measuring them with the right metrics. From there, teams define the actions needed to reduce exposure. And for lasting resilience, they commit to the most important step of all: continuously monitoring and evolving their strategy. Industry-Specific Pressures The overall formula remains...