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PCB Layout Constraints That Help Manage Component Obsolescence

PCB Layout Constraints That Help Manage Component Obsolescence 5 min Thought Leadership Just about everyone in the world of engineering has heard some variation of the “Iron Triangle” theory. It’s a popular

The Benefits of Having an Automated Bill of Materials in Project Management

BOM Automation: The Benefits of Having an Automated Bill of Materials in Project Management 5 min Thought Leadership I have some friends who founded a startup company to create and market a brilliant new product. Their product quickly

Flywheel and Flyback Diodes Prevent Electrical Noise in Circuits

Using Flyback Diodes in Relays Prevents Electrical Noise in Your Circuits 7 min Thought Leadership What is a flyback diode, and how does a flyback diode protect a circuit? When used properly, flyback diodes can reduce electrical noise and prevent flyback voltages from building up.

How a Bill of Materials Can Improve Your Supply Chain Management

The Benefits of a Bill of Materials In Supply Chain Management 5 min Thought Leadership Some of the most complicated engineering projects I’ve worked on were made up of multiple layers of sub-assemblies. Before we

BOM Part Number Management: Why It Should Be Automated

BOM Part Number Management: Why It Should Be Automated 4 min Thought Leadership If you’ve ever worked with high voltages or have designed a high voltage circuit, you know that they always require

What Materials to Include in Your Bill of Materials

What Materials to Include in Your Bill of Materials 4 min Thought Leadership As an electrical engineer, I am constantly impressed with the brilliant designs my colleagues come up with. I’m also constantly