PMICs Explained: Power Management for Electronics
October 11, 2023
What’s a PMIC? Learn power management integrated circuits: voltage regulation, battery charging, and efficiency optimization. Essential for portable devices. Guide inside!
Power & Voltage Management
Effective power and voltage management are crucial in PCB design, particularly for ensuring the proper operation of electronic components and devices. In this category, you’ll find articles on power supply design, voltage regulators, and noise reduction techniques. Explore strategies for managing power efficiently, preventing voltage fluctuations, and designing circuits that deliver stable, reliable power to your electronic systems.
Drive IC for Micro Stepper Motors
September 8, 2023
There are various drive ICs available for micro stepper motors, such as DIO5833, HR8833, SGM42633, drv8833, and more. In this article, we will introduce the principles and usage of these chips. Schematic Diagram These chips are all dual H-bridge motor
Choosing the Right RTC Battery for Embedded Systems
August 16, 2023
RTC (Real Time Clock) is an independent timer used to provide system time. It can continue to operate during power outages or low-power modes by relying on a backup battery as its power source. When dealing with embedded systems, selecting
Intel PowerVia Backside Power Delivery Technology
August 11, 2023
Not long ago, Intel achieved backside power delivery technology on a product-level test chip codenamed “Blue Sky Creek” to meet the performance demands of the next era of computing. Intel showcased the results of this research through two papers presented
DC Motor Speed Control: 3 Useful Methods
August 7, 2023
DC Motor Speed Formula At first, let’s introduce the formula of DC motor speed: n=(U-IR)/KΦ Where “n” is the motor speed (rpm/min), “U” is the armature voltage, “I” is the armature current, “R” is the resistance of the armature circuit,
TRIAC Dimmer: What is it, how does it work?
June 20, 2023
In the world of lighting, dimmers have become a crucial component, allowing users to control the brightness of their lights and save energy in the process. One popular type of dimming control is the TRIAC dimmer. In this comprehensive guide,
BMP280 Pressure Sensor
June 5, 2023
BMP280 is a high-precision sensor module chip that can measure atmospheric pressure and temperature in the air. Not only that, but it can also measure the humidity in the air. This 6-Pin module supports both SPI and I2C interfaces. This
Understanding Voltage Controlled Voltage Sources (VCVS)
May 23, 2023
Voltage Controlled Voltage Sources (VCVS) are a fundamental and essential part of electronic circuit design and analysis. In this article, we will discuss the basics of VCVS, its applications, and its role in the broader context of electronic components. Introduction
VCC/VDD/GND Confusion? Clear Definitions
March 27, 2023
Struggling to differentiate VCC, VDD, VSS, and GND? Learn voltage rails, ground types, and common pitfalls in circuit design. Perfect for avoiding power supply errors. Read now!
How does Accelstepper Change the Stepper Motor Function?
March 7, 2023
If you are in the field of robotics or CNC machines, then you must have come across stepper motors. These motors are widely used for their precision and accuracy, but there is one technology that is revolutionizing the way stepper
