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An image of Xpedition software showing managed blocks with text onscreen that says Design reuse in electronics

Design reuse in electronics

July 9, 2024

Last year, I sat with Steph Chavez, the host of the Printed Circuit Podcast, and engaged in a conversation about…

By Carlos Gazca
2 MIN READ
An illustration of a computer showing library books and ocb designs and text onscreen that says The foundations and challenges of electronics design data management

The foundations and challenges of electronics design data management

June 25, 2024

Last year on the Printed Circuit Podcast I talked with Andre Mosley, a seasoned professional in the field of electronics…

By Stephen V. Chavez
2 MIN READ
A picture of a library with text onscreen that says "fundamentals of library and design data management."

Fundamentals of library and design data management

June 13, 2024

When it comes to electronic systems design, I’m often asked what a robust library and design data management system should…

By Andre Mosley
4 MIN READ

Latest posts

Test Point Placement Enhancement in PADS® Professional VX.2.7

Test Point Placement Enhancement in PADS® Professional VX.2.7

April 21, 2020

The new release of PADS Professional VX.2.7 is now available for download. This release is enhanced with many new features…

By John McMillan
< 1 MIN READ
Schematic Capture Enhancements in Xpedition® – VX.2.7

Schematic Capture Enhancements in Xpedition® – VX.2.7

April 21, 2020

The latest release of Xpedition® VX.2.7  is enhanced with many new Schematic Capture features that improve both product usability and…

By John McMillan
2 MIN READ
Layout Enhancements in PADS® Professional VX.2.7

Layout Enhancements in PADS® Professional VX.2.7

April 14, 2020

The new release of PADS Professional VX.2.7 is now available for download. This release is enhanced with many new features…

By John McMillan
< 1 MIN READ
Layout Enhancements in Xpedition® – VX.2.7

Layout Enhancements in Xpedition® – VX.2.7

April 14, 2020

The latest release of Xpedition® VX.2.7  is enhanced with many new Layout features that improve both product usability and efficiency….

By John McMillan
< 1 MIN READ
ABCs of PCBs – G for Ground Planes

ABCs of PCBs – G for Ground Planes

April 9, 2020

Welcome to ABCs of PCBs – a blog series to help new engineers learn about the world of Printed Circuit…

By Shivani Joshi
3 MIN READ
Usability Enhancements to Schematic Capture in PADS Professional VX.2.7

Usability Enhancements to Schematic Capture in PADS Professional VX.2.7

April 7, 2020

The new release of PADS Professional VX.2.7 is now available for download. This release is enhanced with many new features…

By John McMillan
< 1 MIN READ
What’s New in Xpedition® IC Packaging Design for VX 2.7

What’s New in Xpedition® IC Packaging Design for VX 2.7

April 3, 2020

Mentor’s Xpedition® IC Packaging design tools bridge the gap between engineering teams for IC layout, package substrate design, and PCB…

By John McMillan
< 1 MIN READ
ABCs of PCBs – F for Flexible Circuit Design

ABCs of PCBs – F for Flexible Circuit Design

April 1, 2020

Welcome to ABCs of PCBs – a blog series to help new engineers learn about the world of Printed Circuit…

By Shivani Joshi
3 MIN READ
After the Webinar Podcast – Next generation wireless is emerging – Do you have the right tools for RF design?

After the Webinar Podcast – Next generation wireless is emerging – Do you have the right tools for RF design?

March 30, 2020

Wireless technology is not going away. In fact, it’s going to escalate to levels beyond our imaginations. Our next generation…

By Brent Klingforth
2 MIN READ