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The printed circuit board (PCB) serves as the foundation upon which modern devices manage to function—it plays a critical role in electronics. From smartphones and laptops to lifesaving medical equipment and industrial control systems, PCBs direct the flow of electrons to enable the functionality that society increasingly depends upon.  However, with increased power and capability comes additional safety and quality considerations, and these...

PLM is a systematic approach to managing the series of changes a product goes through, from its design and development to its ultimate retirement or disposal. SCM, on the other hand, involves the active management of supply chain activities to maximize customer value and achieve a sustainable competitive advantage.  The PLM software market is valued at US$47.3 billion in 2023, and is projected to reach US$80.3 billion by 2030, growing at a CAGR...

I’ve been using the Arduino Uno board for quite some time, including as examples for many of my articles. I’ve always wondered what it would take to get the ATmega328P (the original chip used on the older Uno boards) working completely on its own. With the Arduino making it so accessible via its bootloader, nice GUI software, and C++ abstraction, you’d wonder why on earth I would want to even attempt this. Sometimes, in order to appreciate what...

DevOps and Agile methodologies have transformed software development by emphasizing collaboration, automation, and continuous improvement. Applying DevOps principles to my designs and projects has been a game-changer, enhancing efficiency and reliability. In this article, we’re going to walk through setting up a continuous integration (CI) workflow for an existing embedded systems project that  uses the ATmega328P microcontroller. By the end of...

In this episode of the Altium OnTrack podcast, host Zach Peterson sits down with Lukas Henkel from Open Visions Technology to explore two groundbreaking open-source projects: an open-source laptop and an alternative to the Raspberry Pi CM4 module. Discover the latest advancements in OPEN SOURCE hardware and learn how these innovative projects are pushing the boundaries of DIY computing. Listen to the Episode: Watch the Episode: Episode...

A global sourcing strategy should consider four dimensions when being formed (figure 1). These dimensions of geography, compliance and finance, resilience, and responsiveness are critical in building a robust strategy for parts and production in PCB manufacturing.   The first dimension, geography, pertains to the physical location of suppliers and manufacturers. It involves considerations such as proximity to raw materials, labor costs, and...

Upgrading to the latest version of your design software is not just about getting access to new features—it's about transforming your design process to save time and reduce costs. Join our exclusive webinar recording from May to discover how Altium Designer 24 can refine your workflow. We’re not just talking about enhancements. This recording shows you how it’s better with real side-by-side comparisons that illustrate how Altium Designer’s...

Embedded systems are ubiquitous in today's technology-driven world. Be it an internet-connected shaver or a complex automobile, embedded devices are at the heart of most electronic devices that we use today. Comprised of one or many microprocessors, embedded systems can simplify electronics by offloading complexity to be handled by software.. As embedded devices become larger and more complex so do the printed circuit boards (PCBs). Quite often...

Simulation of electronics circuits is a key factor to your design success. SPICE circuit simulator may be used to speed the design analysis. Altium Designer will help you to simulate your designs in an efficient and accurate manner, providing a deep insight to your circuit functional operation. One of the key types of analysis in Altium Designer is the transient analysis - a time domain simulation of your circuit. An example of transient...