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This blog is a place to learn about electronic systems design, from PCB design to simulation and verification, to manufacturability and manufacturing execution.

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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
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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

Layout automation using advanced PCB design techniques – Part 2

Layout automation using advanced PCB design techniques – Part 2

July 23, 2019

In part 1 of this blog series we started the PCB design process by looking at part placement automation. Let’s…

By Brent Klingforth
6 MIN READ
PCB Podcast Downloads Span the Globe!

PCB Podcast Downloads Span the Globe!

July 11, 2019

With half of 2019 in the books I think its a great time to share our 1st half results for…

By John McMillan
2 MIN READ
Signal Integrity Analysis with HyperLynx in PADS Professional

Signal Integrity Analysis with HyperLynx in PADS Professional

July 10, 2019

We’ve entered a time where our devices – with their increasing fast data rates and edge rates – are causing…

By Shivani Joshi
2 MIN READ
What Performance Class is Your PCB?

What Performance Class is Your PCB?

July 3, 2019

For this answer we’ll refer to IPC-2221B. There are three general classes that have been established to reflect progressive increases…

By John McMillan
2 MIN READ
Layout automation using advanced PCB design techniques – Part 1

Layout automation using advanced PCB design techniques – Part 1

June 25, 2019

Over my 25 plus years of being a PCB designer I could not imaging going back to designing a PCB…

By Brent Klingforth
4 MIN READ
After the Webinar Podcast – Game Changers: Advanced PCB Layout Techniques

After the Webinar Podcast – Game Changers: Advanced PCB Layout Techniques

June 21, 2019

Designers today are asked to do more in less time. As such we need to adapt our design process to…

By Brent Klingforth
2 MIN READ
IPC-7351 and other PCB Design Standards

IPC-7351 and other PCB Design Standards

June 21, 2019

I’ve been in the PCB design industry for more than 35 years now. One of the great things about working…

By John McMillan
2 MIN READ
What is the best method for PCB component placement?

What is the best method for PCB component placement?

June 20, 2019

Component placement is that process that is started shortly after you have created your schematic, and you are now looking…

By Casey Silbernagel
2 MIN READ
What is the best way to create a board outline?

What is the best way to create a board outline?

June 12, 2019

Rectangular boards are pretty straight forward.  Use the drawing tools of your given design tool and click twice and you…

By Casey Silbernagel
2 MIN READ