An ever-increasing requirement for data on mobile networks, driven by a myriad of applications from HD video on the move to autonomous vehicles and Industrial IOT, means a part of the new 5G network is to be deployed at mmWave frequencies, with a 26 GHz pioneer band defined for the UK between 24.25-27.5GHz.
This near...
Published: Jun 25, 2021
Beside the common advantages of a flyback converter, it has inherently parasitic components, which typically produce ringing waveforms with considerably high voltage spikes. This ringing can also influence the EMI emissions adversely. Therefore, it is an important task to adequate suppress and damp the ringing effect....
Published: Jul 01, 2021
When it comes to Computer-on-Module (COM) solutions for embedded computing applications, selecting the right form factor and processor for the application can be a challenging task for design engineers.
COM solutions provide a cost-effective computer building block: a COM is a development board featuring a computer...
Published: Jul 06, 2021
Short circuits and overloads put different demands on circuit breakers. It is imperative that engineers know how to protect their design against both dangers.
Circuit breakers are used in a variety of ways. They are mounted in panelboards to protect branch circuit wiring, and they are built into equipment to protect...
Published: Jul 17, 2018
For automated test applications, measurement time is often as important as the quality of the measurement. As with many situations, time is money.
This paper will discuss these settings and provide suggestions on improving overall measurement speed.
The three key instrument parameters that affect FSWP measurement...
Published: Mar 22, 2021
Power-up control, general purpose I/O expansion, voltage level translation and interface bridging are common functions in telecom infrastructure, server and industrial applications. System designers are turning to the use of programmable logic devices (PLDs) to implement these functions in their designs due to the inherent...
Published: Jul 19, 2018
The digital signage market is experiencing rapid growth. Organizations across a wide range of industries are making large investments in the content, source machinery and displays that comprise digital signage systems. The choice to protect these investments from power problems is crucial—yet frequently overlooked....
Published: Jul 25, 2018
The reed switch magnetic contact serves as the first line of defense in the vast majority of all security systems. Its sole function is to detect unauthorised access through doors and windows. Despite its widespread acceptance, a vulnerability in the way a reed switch magnetic contacts operates may allow an intruder to...
Published: Jul 23, 2018
Consumer appetite for high-speed mobile devices and services shows no sign of slowing. Smart phones and tablet computers are flying off retail shelves around the world, promising consumers high-speed data services.
The International Telecommunications Union reports that mobile broadband subscriptions reached 1.2 billion...
Published: Jul 26, 2018
Despite the best intentions at the outset of an electronic product’ s design, it’s commonplace for the power supply specification to evolve during the process and to only be finalized later on. At this point, it’s not uncommon to realize that the remaining physical space cannot accommodate an industry...
Published: Jul 23, 2018
This webinar is intended for engineers and researchers who work on RF frontend designs and are facing energy efficiency challenges.
While most of the parameters such as output power and frequency are standardized it is still possible to improve the energy efficiency by selecting optimal semiconductor technology, and...
Published: Nov 12, 2020
Because wireless systems are typically located out of doors and have components located on towers and tall buildings, they are especially susceptible to damage from lightning.
Therefore, it is important that a lightning protection system be designed and implemented at the same time the wireless system is being designed...
Published: Jul 25, 2018
A real-time operating system (RTOS) must be fast and responsive, schedule tasks and manage limited resources, and ensure functions are isolated and free of interference from other functions.
In this report, you’ll learn more about what is a real-time OS and the pros and cons of two types of RTOS architectures:...
Published: Aug 27, 2020
In modern societies, a substantial amount of electrical energy is required for the operation of electronic circuits or controlled electrical drives. The requirement of electrical energy for these applications is fulfilled by power electronic converters.
Double-Pulse testing is a standard test-method used in power...
Published: May 20, 2021
