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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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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
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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

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Frequently asked questions about PADS Professional

Frequently asked questions about PADS Professional

October 2, 2023

You asked and we answered! Here are the frequently asked questions about PADS Professional. What is PADS PCB design software?…

By Jim Martens
3 MIN READ
FPGA/PCB co-design

PCB design best practices: FPGA/PCB co-design

September 20, 2023

The next best practice in the model-based systems engineering pillar is FPGA/PCB co-design and optimization. What is FPGA/PCB co-design? FPGA/PCB…

By Stephen V. Chavez
2 MIN READ
What's new in PADS Professional 2.14

What’s new in PADS Professional VX.2.14

September 19, 2023

PADS Professional is the best-in-class PCB design and analysis software for individuals and small workgroups. The PADS Professional desktop is…

By Jim Martens
< 1 MIN READ
what's new in Xpedition VX.2.14

What’s new in Xpedition VX.2.14

September 19, 2023

The new VX.2.14 release of Xpedition Enterprise includes improvements to design capture, multi-board systems design, library and design data management,…

By David Wiens
2 MIN READ
what's new in HyperLynx VX.2.14

What’s new in HyperLynx VX.2.14

September 19, 2023

The new VX.2.14 release of HyperLynx contains improvements across: HyperLynx DRC HyperLynx DRC includes a new via length rule that…

By Todd Westerhoff
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Forging a new path: game-changing electro-thermal design advancement

September 13, 2023

Let’s talk about revolutionizing electro-thermal design. But first, some context. To meet the functional requirements of a circuit under design,…

By Matt Walsh
3 MIN READ
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Visit Siemens at PCB West 2023

September 12, 2023

Stop by and see us in booth 405 at the annual PCB West show in Santa Clara, CA on September…

By Julie Weber
4 MIN READ
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PCB design best practices: electrical/electronic co-design

September 11, 2023

What is electrical/electronic co-design? Circuit boards don’t work in isolation, they usually interface with other circuit boards via connectors, cables…

By Stephen V. Chavez
2 MIN READ
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Collaboration elevates PCB design excellence

September 7, 2023

Collaboration is crucial when it comes to designing electronic systems. Nowadays, products are becoming more and more complex, requiring inputs…

By Matt Walsh
3 MIN READ