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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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Advice on tackling rigid-flex PCB designs

March 26, 2024

Last year, on the Printed Circuit Podcast, I engaged in conversation with Anaya Vardya about the complexities of advanced printed…

By Stephen V. Chavez
2 MIN READ
Rendering of a rigid flex PCB with text that says A principal designer's journey in rigid flex PCB design

A principal designer’s journey in rigid flex PCB design

March 12, 2024

As technology continues to advance, the demand for smaller, lighter, and more efficient electronic devices is ever-increasing. This demand has…

By Stephen V. Chavez
3 MIN READ
An image of a circuit board being manufactured and also an image showing a PCB design in Xpedition software.

The importance of design for manufacturability in the PCB design process

February 7, 2024

When it comes to designing and producing electronics, success hinges not merely on the excellence of your design, but also…

By Stephen V. Chavez
4 MIN READ

Latest posts

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
Remote Working Resources for Mentor PCB Customers

Remote Working Resources for Mentor PCB Customers

March 26, 2020

Late last week you may have seen the open letter  from our CEO, Tony Hemmelgarn, laying out the steps that…

By A.J. Incorvaia
2 MIN READ
Remote Working Resources for Mentor PCB Customers

Remote Working Resources for Mentor PCB Customers

March 26, 2020

Late last week you may have seen the open letter  from our CEO, Tony Hemmelgarn, laying out the steps that…

By A.J. Incorvaia
2 MIN READ
ABCs of PCBs – E for Efficiency

ABCs of PCBs – E for Efficiency

March 24, 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
What’s New in HyperLynx® VX 2.7

What’s New in HyperLynx® VX 2.7

March 24, 2020

HyperLynx is industry-renowned for ease of use, with automated workflows that make sophisticated analysis accessible to designers new to power…

By John McMillan
< 1 MIN READ
PADS Professional VX.2.7 is Now Available!

PADS Professional VX.2.7 is Now Available!

March 17, 2020

Before you read on, a newer version of PADS Professional is now available. To learn more, visit the product release…

By John McMillan
< 1 MIN READ