EBooks

EBooks

Altium's eBooks on PCB Design are a helpful resource for staying up to date and educated on the latest information for PCB Designers.
Manufacturing Checklists and Tools When it comes to manufacturing, organization is critical. With so many different players involved in the design process (engineers, sourcing agents, manufacturers, etc.), maintaining documentation and utilizing checklists and other tools will keep everyone on the same page and avoid confusion. Additionally, checklists can help ensure that the PCB design is fully complete and ready to send for manufacturing, protecting you from any unexpected Download PDF
PCB Designers Get on the fast track to efficient, scalable growth and become an expert PCB Designer. Become an expert PCB Designer when you use Altium Designer software. Here we have a collection of PCB design articles related specifically to PCB Designers. Click the PDF above to read more about PCB Design careers in this Ebook. Or read the original, full-length content here: Implications of Growing Automotive PCB Market Share for PCB Designers PCB Designer Download PDF
PCB Manufacturing Ebook Printed circuit boards have a huge foothold in our lives. They are found in everything from our TVs and computers, to our washing machines and watches. As a PCB designer, you understand the blood, sweat, and tears that make every board and the devices they serve a reality. It's rare that any PCB project goes smoothly from start to finish. However, there are a number of steps you can take to increase the efficiency and reduce the number of hiccups Download PDF
Collaborative Design PCB Design is a complex field and every step you take to design and develop a board has its own set of best practices. But what will truly move the needle in your design process? Collaborative tools that keep your team not only focused but in the flow. Altium has pioneered collaborative design for EDA tools because Altium PCB design tools start each iteration with ultimate productivity in mind. Join us in an exploration of collaborative PCB Download PDF
Design for Manufacturing When it comes to manufacturing, organization is critical. With so many different players involved in the design process (engineers, sourcing agents, manufacturers, etc.), design for manufacturing entails a level of detail that demands continuous communication and information exchange with the different parties involved. Click the PDF above to read more about Design for Manufacturing in this Ebook. Or read the original, full-length content here Download PDF
BOM System Improvements In the past, many PCB designers were confined to tools that dictated when the Bill of Materials could be produced. But we know from years of experience that the Bill of Materials, or BOM, can change throughout the design process. We believe the decision should be up to you, which is why we strive to offer tools that embrace flexible and agile options for PCB designers and other professionals involved in the decision process. Click the PDF above Download PDF
Modular Design Ebook What will truly move the needle in your design process? Modular Design tools that bring productivity and scalability to your product design. Altium PCB design tools start each iteration with ultimate productivity in mind and that includes features that make the most of modular design. Learn more about Modular PCB design and get an inside look at what has made Altium Designer the designer's EDA tool right from the very start. Click the PDF above Download PDF
PCB Design Applications Thanks to advanced PCB design tool technology, designers are able to save both time and money. Benefits to the Unified Data Model Approach include not just time savings, but the potential of an evolving suite of PCB design tools. Use that time to explore new tips and techniques. Click on the presentation PDF above to read more about PCB Design Applications in this Altium Ebook Bundle. Or read the original, full-length content here: Untangle Download PDF
IoT Resources for Developers From the early days of printed circuit boards, the electronics industry has made huge strides in board materials, copper printing methods, miniaturization, rigid-flex, ELIC, EDA, and much more. Many of the devices we use in our homes, our vehicles, and in our workplaces would not be possible without this continuous evolution of PCB design and technology. The scope of creativity from individuals is unbounded. While the infrastructure for IoT can Download PDF
Multiboard vs. Multilayer PCB Design Systems In the past, PCB designers were limited with system designs spanning more than one board. However, recent developments in mechanical CAD systems have given designers the ability to now design multiple boards for a system with relative ease. Thanks to 3D PCB design tool technology, designers are able to save both time and money previously spent on prototypes by confirming that their designs are system-ready Click the PDF above to read more about Download PDF
IoT Security Best Practices Printed Circuit Boards for IoT systems require special attention. Everyone knows how vulnerable IoT can become without the right security measures in place to ensure safety and compliance with regulations. Discover best practices to help avoid issues and vulnerabilities during board development and learn about security gateways, design options like IoT self-testing, and authentification. Click the PDF above to read more about IoT Security Best Download PDF
Bill of Materials Control In the past, many PCB designers were confined to tools that dictated at which point in the design process that the Bill of Materials could be produced. But we know from years of experience that the Bill of Materials, or BOM, can change throughout the design process and the iterative change management is its own challenge. We believe the decisions should be up to you, while the repetitive aspects should be automated as much as possible, which is Download PDF
Bill of Materials Management Guide In the past, many PCB designers were confined to tools that dictated when the Bill of Materials could be produced. But we know from years of experience that the Bill of Materials, or BOM, can change throughout the design process. We believe the decision should be up to you, which is why we strive to offer tools that embrace flexible and agile options for PCB designers and other professionals involved in the decision process. Click the PDF above Download PDF
Key Tips for PIC Microcontroller Code Click the PDF above to read more about Key Tips for PIC Microcontroller Code in this Ebook. Or read the original, full-length content here: Give Them No Quarter: Preventing PIC Microcontroller Code from Being Duplicated Hide and Seek: Key Serial-Number Chips for PIC Microcontroller Code Protection Check out the Key Tips for PIC Microcontroller Code Presentation for a more concise version of this material. Download PDF
Autonomous Vehicle Ebook When it comes to self-driving cars, or vehicles with autonomous systems or advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS), the stakes are a bit higher. If someone hacks into your vehicle they could disable it, or even worse, crash it and possibly harm any passengers inside. This risk is a difficult one but it can be managed. Learn more about autonomous vehicle security and ways to build security from the inside out. Click the PDF above to read more Download PDF
Rigid Flex In Depth More and more designers are facing the need to reduce size and cost of the products they design, while increasing density and simplifying assembly. Rigid-Flex circuits (those which incorporate flexible portions between separate rigid sections) are becoming a more common solution. This eBook will cover the materials, fabrication, and design methods for using rigid-flex technology. Rigid-Flex can have many benefits, and there are many designers Download PDF
High Speed Design Considerations Boards are never simple anymore. High speed and the proliferation of materials have provided several unique challenges that are testing what we collectively know about PCB design. Here is a collection of PCB design articles related specifically to High Speed design Click the PDF above to read more about High Speed Design in this Ebook. Or read the original, full-length content here: Introduction to High Speed PCB Designing: Is FR-4 the Best Board Download PDF