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PCB designers collaborating on requirements documentation for improved electronic component sourcing. How Requirements Documentation Improves Component Sourcing In electronics manufacturing, the sourcing of components for printed circuit boards is a critical task that can significantly impact the success of a project. One of the most effective ways to streamline this process is using requirements documentation applications, also known as requirements management software. These tools enable PCB designers to create detailed design requirements that can be attached to specific components within the PCB Read Article
Solder mount technique.jpg Detector Switches: A Sense For Solutions A detector switch refers to a switch that's used to detect the presence or absence of an object or to sense a particular condition. These switches are commonly employed in various applications where the detection of a specific state or object is necessary. The basic working principle of a detector switch involves the mechanical movement of components inside the switch in response to an external stimulus. There are different types of detector Read Article
What Is an RJ45 Port on a PCB? What Is an RJ45 Port on a PCB? Ever since the introduction of Ethernet, the RJ-45 port (or RJ-45 jack) has become the standard for connecting wired LANs in commercial settings. When used on PCBs and in panel-mount versions, these connectors come in two common formats: magjack and non-magjack, and there are some specialized connector options that provide superior ingress protection ratings. While a common usage is in home networking equipment, today, it's common to see an Read Article
Model-Based Systems Engineering in the Era of Digital Twins Model-Based Systems Engineering in the Era of Digital Twins: A Paradigm Shift in Electronic Product Development In electronics and printed circuit board (PCB) design, the integration of Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) and Digital Twins has emerged as a groundbreaking approach. This confluence is not only reshaping traditional design and engineering practices but also offering unprecedented levels of precision, efficiency, and innovation. With electronics systems becoming increasingly complex, MBSE and Digital Twins provide engineers with the model Read Article
AI-Enhanced Imaging Sensors AI-Enhanced Imaging Sensors: Eyes That Never Blink The era of cameras just taking pictures is behind us. AI-enhanced imaging sensors now equip machines with eyes that never blink, never tire, and can see beyond human capabilities. These sensors don't just capture images – by integrating high-resolution imaging with on-chip AI processing, they understand and interpret them in real-time. A New Era of Machine Vision and Perception AI-enhanced image sensors represent a paradigm shift in processing Read Article
Sensor Technologies 10 Sensor Technologies Making Waves in 2025 The sensor revolution isn't just knocking on our door – it's already picked the lock and made itself at home. IoT devices are multiplying like rabbits, AI is getting smarter by the minute, and the push for sustainability is changing how we approach electronic design. These forces are converging to create a massive wave of sensor innovation. Gone are the days when sensors were just simple input devices. Today, they're our increasingly connected Read Article
What Is an RJ-45 Connector What Is an RJ-45 Connector? A registered jack 45 (RJ-45) is the most common connector in wired networks. Understanding the basics of these connectors is a must for anyone working with Ethernet or LAN networks. RJ-45 connectors are the industry standard for creating stable, high-speed network connections. Knowing how they work, how to wire them, and the different types available is essential for engineers, IT professionals, and DIY enthusiasts. Join us as we explore RJ-45 Read Article
AI Vision with the Kria KV260 Vision AI Starter Kit AI Vision with the Kria KV260 Vision AI Starter Kit In Getting Started with the Kria KV260 Vision AI Starter Kit, we unboxed and played around with the Kria KV260 Vision AI Starter Kit from AMD Xilinx. This board provides us with an FPGA and ARM processor powerful enough to run a full distribution of Ubuntu on it. In this article, we're going to build and run the SmartCam application using a Raspberry Pi camera. This application will be able to detect faces in real-time and demonstrate that on Read Article
How Requirements Traceability Drives Quality and Compliance How Requirements Traceability Drives Quality and Compliance in Electronic Product Development Imagine discovering a critical design flaw in your product after it's already in production. Worse still, imagine trying to trace the origin of that flaw through thousands of requirements, design decisions, and modifications spread across multiple systems and teams. This nightmare scenario plays out more often than most electronics companies care to admit, leading to costly recalls, damaged reputations, and missed market opportunities. The Read Article
Altium Designer 25: Pioneering Collaboration, Product Development, and Advanced Simulation Altium Designer 25: Pioneering Collaboration, Product Development, and Advanced Simulation In the fast-evolving world of electronics, collaboration is key to efficient product development and innovation. Altium Designer 25 (AD25) emerges as a powerful platform designed to bridge traditional gaps, enabling seamless collaboration across teams and improving the efficiency of high-complexity PCB projects. This article explores how AD25’s new and enhanced capabilities—spanning PCB CoDesign, Product Design with Harness and Multi-board Read Article
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