Since its introduction in 1992, PC/104 has been one of the most popular embedded-system architectures, because of its size, rugged construction, and PC compatibility, and due to the huge array of off-the-shelf ....
Late August 2005 brought a killer deal from Philips’ online store: a PSC805 Aurilium 5.1-channel external sound processor at 60% off its previous $50 asking price. What do $20 plus sales tax and free ....
As CE (consumer electronics) vendors vie for market share, consumers are asking designers to cram more functions into every new product or update. Users are no longer content with devices that offer only ....
Traditionally, separate groups designed ICs and packages, but cost, time-to-market issues, and ever-growing package complexity—especially as SIPs (systems in packages), multichip modules, and stacked ....
The carefully thought-out design of the Mac Mini enables Apple to squeeze a solid performing, quiet and cost-effective computer into a 6.5 6.5 2in., less-than-3lb form factor. Read about some of its elements ....
High-speed amplifiers have broken the gigahertz barrier, making them an attractive choice in many applications. Fundamental differences exist in the types of amplifiers on the market. The two most critical ....
Sit in any new car, and it doesn’t take long to notice that a lot more electronic components exist in vehicles today than did five years ago. But the GPS, satellite radio, DVD/video screen, automatic ....
Although the concept and operational hardware for mobile robots have been around for decades, a rash of natural disasters and continuing military conflict have prompted designers to take a fresh look ....
Designers frequently use linear regulators to post regulate switching regulator outputs. The benefits of this approach include improved stability, accuracy, and transient response, along with lower output ....
IC designers often spend as much as 60 to 80% of their time simply verifying designs, and that percentage is growing. To get a leg up on verification, many design groups have turned to hardware-assisted ....
