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pcb prototype Should You Manufacture Your First PCB Prototype Locally? Discover how to protect your intellectual property (IP) when creating PCB prototypes. Learn the pros and cons of local vs. global PCB manufacturing, and get valuable tips on data dissemination protocols to safeguard your design outputs. Make informed decisions to keep your product's IP secure while managing costs effectively. Read Article
Edge Devices and LLMs: What's Ahead for AI Edge Devices and LLMs: What's Ahead for AI In this episode of the Altium OnTrack podcast, host Tech Consultant Zach Peterson explores the fascinating world of Edge AI and how Large Language Models (LLMs) fit into the picture with Jan Jongboom, co-founder of Edge Impulse. The two discuss the evolution from GPT-2 to GPT-4, the importance of edge computing, and the hardware requirements for running AI on edge devices. Discover how reducing the size of LLMs enables efficient deployment on Read Article
Overcoming Single Source Risks in Medical Device Manufacturing Overcoming Single Source Risks in Medical Device Manufacturing Medical devices face single-source risks in their supply chains. Procurement managers and electrical engineers can address these risks, but it requires looking throughout the medical electronics supply chain. Read Article
Can This Innovative Tech Solve Our Energy Storage Dilemma? Can This Innovative Tech Solve Our Energy Storage Dilemma? Welcome to the CTRL+Listen podcast brought to you by Octopart. In this episode, host James Sweetlove interviews Mark Swinnerton, the CEO of Green Gravity, a company pioneering the use of gravitational energy storage to support renewable energy solutions. Discover how Green Gravity is transforming legacy mine shafts into mechanical batteries to provide sustainable energy storage solutions. Listen to the Episode: Watch the Episode: Episode Read Article
Water Reduction and Reclamation in PCB Manufacturing Water Reduction and Reclamation in PCB Manufacturing It’s no secret that PCB manufacturing uses copious amounts of water—as much as 264 billion gallons per year. Until a recent shift in trend, sustainability initiatives have been mainly focused on decreasing carbon emissions and energy consumption. However, the industry is now turning toward water reduction and reclamation to preserve natural resources and contribute toward a more balanced (and health-safe) planet. And it couldn’t be soon enough Read Article
Where Companies Are Going After They Leave China Where Companies Are Going After They Leave China Following economic reforms that provided tax breaks, subsidies, and other incentives and thereby opened China's proverbial doors to foreign investment, China swiftly became the world's most popular manufacturing hub. Low labor costs and a robust infrastructure, including roads, ports, and airports that make it easy to transport goods in and out of China, and a strong technology sector that placed Chinese companies at the forefront of developing Read Article
4 Key Certifications for Electronic Parts Distributors 4 Key Certifications for Electronic Parts Distributors In the rapidly evolving electronics industry landscape, parts distributors are under growing pressure to demonstrate compliance with a range of certifications that are pivotal in ensuring product quality, environmental responsibility and operational safety. These certifications are influencing many facets of electronic parts distribution from supply chain management to end-user satisfaction, with the potential of providing a strategic Read Article
Talking Signal Integrity & PCB Laminates w/ Bert Simonovich Talking Signal Integrity & PCB Laminates w/ Bert Simonovich Learn about the complexities of dielectric anisotropy and its implications for high-speed PCB designs in this week’s OnTrack podcast episode. Don't miss this engaging and informative discussion. Listen to the Episode: Watch the Episode: Key Takeaways: Learn about the different dielectric constants in PCB materials. Discover how anisotropic properties affect transmission line modeling in PCB LAMINATES. Gain practical knowledge for achieving better Read Article
00:54:07 Simplify Your Workflows: Altium 365 Cloud PLM Integration with Duro® Watch the webinar to discover how Altium 365 Cloud PLM Integration with Duro® can optimize your electronics product development processes. Discover the connection between Altium 365 and a leading Cloud PLM system designed to automate data flow, eliminate manual input, and minimize errors that lead to costly rework. Watch Video
Navigating Device Safety and Quality in Supply Chain Navigating Device Safety and Quality in Supply Chain The printed circuit board (PCB) serves as the foundation upon which modern devices manage to function—it plays a critical role in electronics. From smartphones and laptops to lifesaving medical equipment and industrial control systems, PCBs direct the flow of electrons to enable the functionality that society increasingly depends upon. However, with increased power and capability comes additional safety and quality considerations, and these Read Article
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