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Dec
6
2019

What is AI? Everything you need to know about Artificial Intelligence

An executive guide to artificial intelligence, from machine learning and general AI to neural networks.

Dec
4
2019

What is Morse Code? What is CW?

Answering the question - what is Morse code - a summary of what it is; how it is used and the advantages and disadvantages are provided and why the abbreviation CW is sometimes used.

Dec
2
2019

Will You Please Be My Heat Sink?

Any heat sink must undergo an evaluation to consider both the directional flow of the heat it expels (if a temperature differential is sufficient) and other sources that may be using the same cooling zone to expel excess heat. Let’s examine the reason why.

Nov
29
2019

What is a Logic Probe?

Logic probes are cheap and easy to use forms of digital testers being able to test logic levels of slow moving signals.

Nov
27
2019

Have you thought about it, what is the capacitor?

Will you use capacitors in circuit design? Do you understand the meaning of capacitors? What is your concept of capacitors? The circuits are inseparable from capacitors, but do you know about that what capacitors are and the role it play?

Nov
25
2019

Don’t Ignore Current Sense Resistor TCR

It’s not easy being a current sense resistor.

Nov
20
2019

The concept, characteristics and applications of Optocoupler

What is optocoupler, what are its features, and which circuits are used?

Nov
18
2019

Keeping the Lights On: ESD and Thermal Protection for LED Lighting Systems

There are several factors that can affect solid-state lighting including stress, packaging-related, and component-related issues. Discover the key threats that affect the reliability of LED lighting systems.

Nov
15
2019

Pull Up Your Pins: How to Size Pull-up Resistors

One of the first lessons many people learn when starting off learning practical, hands-on electronics is the need for pull-up resistors.

Nov
14
2019

Why Nanotechnology Improves Sensors

Sensors are used in many areas of science and everyday society, from monitoring the upstream and downstream processes in a chemical plant to controlling automatic doors, computers, and autonomous vehicles.

Nov
13
2019

Parabolic Reflector Antenna: Dish Antenna

The parabolic reflector antenna which is often called the dish antenna provides an antenna solution applicable for VHF and above where high gain and directivity are needed.

Nov
12
2019

The problems and precautions of MLCC application

In this passage, the problems and precautions of MLCC application are introduced for helping to avoid happen in practice

Blog
31/10/2025

Introduction to Nexperia Automotive-Grade ICs

Electronics in the automotive industry require accuracy, durability and complete reliability. All systems, including the engine control and modern driver assist, are based on parts that have to endure both high temperature and electrical interference, as well as extended durability of operation.

Blog
27/06/2025

ASIC vs FPGA Comparison: Performance, Cost, and Design Differences Explained

This article compares Application-Specific Integrated Circuits (ASICs) and Field-Programmable Gate Arrays (FPGAs), two technologies used for creating custom digital circuits.

Solution
13/01/2025

The Rise of Automotive-Grade SiC/GaN Power Devices in Electric Vehicles

The automotive fast recovery Silicon Carbide (SiC) and Gallium Nitride (GaN) power devices emerge as game-changing technologies.

Blog
26/11/2024

How to Safely Discharge an AC Capacitor

AC capacitor discharge refers to the process in which a capacitor releases its stored electrical energy in an alternating current (AC) circuit.

Blog
31/10/2024

Signs of a Bad Camshaft Position Sensor and How to Test it?

A car has a variety of electrical components, one of which is called a camshaft position sensor (CMP). This section will discuss this component, the signs that indicate a problematic camshaft position sensor, and the procedures for doing so.

Blog
16/10/2024

Symptoms of a Bad Speed Sensor and How to Test It?

Speed sensors are utilized to measure the speed at which devices are spinning. Many vehicles, including automobiles, aerospace vehicles, off-highway and construction equipment, railway vehicles, and military vehicles, require speed sensors.

Blog
10/10/2024

Current Divider: definition, applications & formula

A current divider is an electrical circuit configuration used to split or divide an input current into multiple branches or paths.

Solution
21/09/2024

74LS04 Hex Inverter Datasheet(PDF) and Pinout

This article will explain some detailed information about 74LS04 Hex Inverter, including its datasheet, pinout, features and specifications.

Solution
20/09/2024

C1815 Transistor: Pinout, Features & Specifications

This article gives a comprehensive introduction to the key information of the C1815 transistor

Solution
19/09/2024

Guide to IC 7408 Logic Gate Chip: Specifications, Applications, and Pinout

The 7408 IC, a crucial component in electronics, features?four logic gates, each with two inputs.