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In the global business arena, the pillars that support the edifice of a company’s success are its vendor relationships. Comparable to the foundation stones of a building, these partnerships, which are deeply rooted in trust, mutual respect, and understanding, provide stability and enable the structure to adapt and endure adversities. In our increasingly interconnected world, procurement teams in all industries must understand the nuances and...

Welcome back to the open-source laptop project! In this update we are going to delve into the mechanical design of the laptop lid. Previously, we've explored which display panels are available and which would be the best fit for our application. Our search was successful as was the testing of the panel! Now the hard part begins: fitting everything into a system that is not only robust and functional, but also looks good. While the title of this...

Watch our informative webinar and discover how Altium 365 GovCloud can assist you in PCB design while ensuring compliance with US government regulations. Altium 365 GovCloud is a specialized region of the Altium 365 cloud platform designed for regulated companies and organizations handling sensitive data. It is located on US soil and exclusively managed by US persons, and it helps organizations ensure compliance with various US government...

Introduction USB Type-C Power Delivery (PD) is becoming increasingly prevalent in hardware designs, offering hardware the ability to source or sink up to 100W (and even up to 240W in the updated 2.1 specification!) of power. In this article, we will explore the fundamentals of USB Type-C Power Delivery and learn how to easily incorporate a dedicated PD IC into your own designs.  Figure 1 USB Type-C PD Demo Board USB connectors and their...

In this episode of the OnTrack Podcast, our host Zach Peterson sits down with Geoffrey Leeds, the founder of LEADS, LLC. If you've ever wondered how production managers react to integrating data science into production operations, or if the term "data-driven decision-making" has piqued your interest, you're in for a treat. Geoffrey shares his journey from his time at Insulectro to venturing out to help companies embrace data science. The...

SiliconExpert is your go-to platform for all things related to electronic component data and supply chain risk mitigation. It’s a one-stop shop that helps engineers choose low-risk parts and businesses optimize their electronics supply chains. And the best part? It's now integrated with Altium 365, making the design process even smoother! Dive in to see how this combo can make your life easier. What Is Altium 365? Altium 365 is a secure cloud...

In this interview, Ted Fryberger, an experienced engineer with over 40 years of expertise, shares his experience working with Altium 365, the first cloud-based electronic product design platform. As a long-time power user of Altium Designer, Ted uses Altium 365 to design custom single-board computers for intelligent instruments or dedicated controllers with multi-layer, fine line, surface mount, and through-hole PCBs. Ted discusses his top three...

Switching regulator modules are now an essential feature of a broad range of electronic devices, offering a more efficient method of converting voltage from one level to another by storing and releasing energy. The key to success is to find a great voltage regulator that offers the best performance to match your circuit's needs. A great voltage regulator is an efficient regulator that keeps output ripple to a minimum. However, choosing the...

3D printing technology offers electronic designers fantastic opportunities to improve their development processes, produce product mock-ups and even create custom parts for their production devices. However, the benefits of 3D printers don’t end there; they can have another equally important purpose in your design process, namely, helping you organize your electronics lab space so you can work smarter. Lab Space Issues The typical electronics...