Modern vs. Old School Signal Integrity w/ Donald Telian

Explore the fascinating evolution of signal integrity in PCB design with industry expert Donald Telian. In this episode of the Altium OnTrack podcast, Donald delves into the differences between modern and old school signal integrity, sharing invaluable insights from his illustrious career. Learn about IBIS modeling, high-speed design, and the critical advancements that have shaped the industry.

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Episode Highlights:

• Introduction and Career Overview: Donald Tillian shares his extensive experience in signal integrity, having worked at industry leaders like Hewlett Packard, Intel, and Cadence, which provided him a unique perspective on the field.
• Origin of IBUs Modeling: Tillian standardized the I/O Buffer Information Specification (IBUs) models across the industry, crucial for efficient and accurate simulations.
• Evolution of Signal Integrity: Tillian discusses how each technological speed jump has required new enabling technologies, reflecting the industry's continuous adaptation.
• New School vs. Old School Signal Integrity: Tillian emphasizes the shift from foundational concepts like ground planes and transmission lines to modern high-speed design methodologies.
• Complexity and Abstraction in SI: Tillian highlights the importance of simplifying complex signal integrity challenges and finding the right level of abstraction for efficient simulation.

More Resources:

• Follow Donald Telian on LinkedIn
• Signal Integrity, In Practice: A Practical Handbook
• Check out this article: What is Signal Integrity?