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RFID: Vorteile und Nachteile von aktiver und passiver RFID-Technik Wenn ich eine neue Leiterplatte oder ein neues Produkt entwerfe, ist die genaue Wahl der Komponenten eine der schwierigsten Aufgaben. Es scheint, dass jede vorhandene Technologie mittlerweile eine ganz bestimmte Konfiguration zur Erzielung der besten Performance erfordert. Selbst wenn Sie es mit einer relativ einfachen Technologie wie RFID zu tun haben, können Sie zwischen verschiedenen Optionen wählen. Zwar verwendet jede Form von RFID-System Read Article

The Advantages and Disadvantages of Active and Passive RFID Technologies When I’m designing a new PCB or product one of the hardest parts for me is choosing exactly which components I should use. It seems like every technology out there now has a different configuration to achieve the best performance. Even when you’re dealing with a fairly straightforward technology like radio frequency identification (RFID) circuit board there are a lot of flavors to choose from. While every type of RFID design label uses an active Read Article

Las ventajas y desventajas de las etiquetas RFID activas y pasivas Cuando estoy diseñando un nuevo PCB o producto, una de las partes más difíciles para mí es elegir exactamente qué componentes debo utilizar. Parece que cada tecnología que hay ahora tiene una configuración diferente para lograr el mejor rendimiento. Incluso cuando se trata de una tecnología bastante sencilla como la placa de circuito de identificación por radiofrecuencia (RFID), hay muchos sabores a elegir. Si bien cada tipo de etiqueta de diseño Read Article

Avantages et inconvénients des technologies RFID active et passive Symbole des technologies RFID Lorsque je conçois un nouveau circuit imprimé ou un nouveau produit, l'une des parties les plus difficiles pour moi est de choisir exactement les composants que je dois utiliser. Il semble que chaque technologie a maintenant une configuration différente pour obtenir les meilleures performances. Même lorsque vous utilisez une technologie assez simple comme l'identification par radiofréquence (RFID), vous avez le choix Read Article

Vantaggi e Svantaggi di Tecnologie RFID Attive e Passive Quando sto progettando un nuovo PCB o un prodotto una delle parti più difficili per me è importante scegliere esattamente quali componenti dovrei utilizzare. Sembra che ogni tecnologia lì fuori abbia una configurazione differente per raggiungere la performance migliore. Anche quando ti stai confrontando con una tecnologia abbastanza semplice come l’identificazione a radio frequenza (RFID), ci sono molti generi da cui scegliere. Mentre ogni tipo Read Article

Zalety i wady aktywnych oraz pasywnych technologii RFID dla PCB Gdy projektuję nową płytkę drukowaną lub inny produkt, jednym z najtrudniejszych momentów jest dla mnie wybór, których dokładnie komponentów powinienem użyć. Wydaje się, że każda dostępna obecnie technologia wymaga innej konfiguracji celem osiągnięcia najlepszej wydajności. Nawet jeśli pracujesz z dość prostą technologią, taką jak płytka drukowana z identyfikacją radiową (RFID), istnieje wiele możliwych typów do wyboru. Podczas gdy każdy typ Read Article

OnTrack Newsletter November 2017 On Track Newsletter November 2017 VOL. 1 No 8 Welcome to the November edition of Altium’s On Track Newsletter. This month in Rock Stars and Superheroes we feature a who presented a talk at AltiumLive 2017: ANNUAL PCB DESIGN SUMMIT in San Diego. Not only is he a very talented , he is a leader and advocate for regional Altium® User Groups and shares how to start and build your own. In Space you’ll meet an impressive young man who decided to learn Read Article

Embedded Systems Design From embedded design rules to how to reduce power consumption, read more about optimizing your embedded systems design. Consider the technologies available and different use cases that impact your cost per unit. Click the PDF above to read more about Embedded Systems Design in this presentation. Or read the original, full-length content here: Optimize Component Power Ratings with Embedded Design Rules How to Reduce Power Consumption in Embedded Download PDF

Embedded Systems Memory and Real-World Applications In embedded systems, we’re often concerned about speed, especially when your software is running a vehicle. However, we’re also worried about energy usage. We all know that computations can burn through energy, but memory operations also have a significant effect. This presentation will discuss multiple ways good design can help manage embedded systems memory and the real-world applications and challenges of using this technology. Click the PDF Download PDF

PCB Design Techniques to Reduce EMI Do you want to reduce EMI in your PCB designs? This Ebook will discuss multiple ways good PCB design can help manage EMI interference on your board. It covers tips and tricks like using EMI cans for shielding, proper grounding techniques, trace length, isolating AC and DC signals and differential pair routing. Click the PDF above to read more about PCB design techniques to reduce EMI in this Ebook. Or view the original content here: EMI/EMC Download PDF

The Best Tools for Multi-Board PCB Systems Design They say that time flies when you’re having fun. Maybe that’s why I feel like time slows to a crawl when I’m constructing a multi-board PCB device. Designing even one board can be an agonizing task, what with trying to avoid EMI, ground everything properly, mitigate static discharge, and optimize your routing. Creating a system of PCBs that all fit together physically and electrically sometimes tests the limits of tedium. Lucky for us there are Read Article

Advantages of Hierarchical Schematic Design for PCB Schematic Layouts Do you work for a company that has its structure defined on an organizational chart? If so, then you know how useful a hierarchical structure is. By knowing who reports to whom, and which departments have dotted line cross-functional reports, you know who to go to for specific questions or tasks. On the other hand, if your company doesn’t have that kind of hierarchical structure, it can lead to a lot of confusion. The organization of a schematic Read Article

How to Become a PCB Designer in Today’s World What did you want to be when you grew up? When I was a kid, I wanted to be Scotty on Star Trek. No joking, I really did. The idea that someone could fiddle around with electronic and blinking lights to create some gizmo that would save the day was really appealing. A few years later I tried to imitate Scotty by taking all the components for a kit radio and soldering them together on a thin sheet of wood. Without realizing it, I had designed my Read Article

Asset Performance Management: Blazing A Better Path to Operational Excellence Download PDF

ESD Protection For PCB Design From computers and televisions, to automobiles and kitchen appliances, PCBs are found in nearly every aspect of our lives-- many of our devices would not be possible without them. They are the brains of our electronics, and as such, it is of the utmost importance to do everything in our power to ensure our designs are protected from potentially catastrophic threats. Proper routing and schematics, component placement, and special attention to Download PDF

High Voltage PCB Design When it comes to designing high voltage PCBs, it's important to ensure your layout is able to control and optimize electric field strengths for optimal operation and longevity. While the manufacturing process of high voltage PCBs remains similar to that of normal PCBs, careful attention to the materials you use, as well as their properties, are crucial to success. A thorough understanding of spacing rules, clearances, operating frequencies, and Download PDF

How to Create a 3D Donut and Other Unusual Shapes in Your PCB Design It is generally very simple to create realistic 3D mechanical shapes in Altium Designer® using the included Extruded, Cylinder, and Sphere shape types in the PCB Library editor. However, some shapes can be tricky. A board outline can be extremely helpful and can even produce shapes like the polygon (polygon pour). A 3D donut, however, is what we will be focusing on today. Although a hole cannot be cut out of any of the Altium-created shapes, a Read Article