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System Reset IC Necessary Features In a System Reset IC 6 min Blog Electrical Engineers Electrical Engineers Electrical Engineers Complex system bring up behavior can be controlled with a system reset IC. Read Article
Zero Voltage Switching in DC/DC Converters Zero Voltage Switching in DC/DC Converters 11 min Blog Learn about ZVS implementation in DC/DC converters with mixed-signal processors. Read Article
watchdog timer IC Designing PCBs With a Custom Watchdog Timer 5 min Blog Electrical Engineers Electrical Engineers Electrical Engineers Watchdog timers are important system monitors, but many off-the-shelf watchdog timers only operate with simple reset conditions. Read Article
FPGA Power Sequencing Requirements FPGA Power Sequencing Requirements 6 min Blog Electrical Engineers Electrical Engineers Electrical Engineers Get ready to enhance your understanding of FPGA power requirements and take your designs to the next level. With multiple voltage rails across different subsystems, it is crucial to implement effective power sequencing strategies that adhere to various voltage requirements to ensure optimal performance. The article offers insights into typical FPGA power requirements, the need for dedicated regulators, and the advantages of using programmable mixed-signal ICs for efficient power management. Key takeaways include: - The importance of proper power sequencing to avoid potential damage and enhance FPGA reliability. - Strategies for managing multiple voltage rails and the role of dedicated regulators. - A look at programmable mixed-signal ICs as effective solutions for monitoring and sequencing. Discover considerations for power sequencing in FPGAs, highlighting how these complex components necessitate specific voltage rail management to prevent issues like latch-up and damage. Read Article
Power Sequencer IC vs. Power Switch IC Power Sequencer IC vs. Power Switch IC 5 min Blog Electrical Engineers Electrical Engineers Electrical Engineers Power sequencer ICs and power switch ICs can be implemented in a programmable mixed-signal IC approach that simplifies system design. Read Article
Can CPLDs Be Used in Mixed-Signal Applications? Can CPLDs Be Used in Mixed-Signal Applications? 5 min Blog Electrical Engineers Electrical Engineers Electrical Engineers CPLDs traditionally require external components to implement in mixed-signal applications. Renesas GreenPAK brings CPLD functions into mixed-signal systems. Read Article