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How to drive routing automation with human intelligence

September 16, 2025

Routing automation is fast, but automated decisions can sometimes miss critical design intent. Human expertise is precise, but hand routing can be slow and repetitive.

By David Haboud
2 MIN READ
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Connected electronics ecosystem: Building bridges across design domains

September 12, 2025

A connected electronics ecosystem ensures t that design domains like electrical, mechanical, software, manufacturing, don’t just exist in their own siloed worlds.

By David Haboud
2 MIN READ
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Copper thickness: Closing the knowledge gap to design success

August 13, 2025

Copper thickness determination of rolled and electro-deposited (ED) copper foil by weight provides far more accuracy than contact-thickness gauges. Since the topography of treated foil varies greatly, and since the density of copper is known, weighing a 1-by-1 foot sheet is the best way to determine the average thickness of a sheet of copper.  So formally, the unit that we refer to as “ounces” is actually ounces per square foot.

By Bill Hargin
5 MIN READ
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Integrating your design process and data with Xpedition Standard

July 16, 2025

Xpedition Standard PCB design software serves as the perfect foundation to bridge this digital transformation gap.

By David Haboud
3 MIN READ
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Navigating the Transition to Automated DFM Solutions in Automotive Electronics

July 15, 2025

In the fast-paced world of automotive electronics, staying ahead of the curve is essential. With the rapid advancements in technology…

By Tova Levy
2 MIN READ
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Understanding the impact of hatched ground planes on PCB impedance

July 7, 2025

Hatched ground planes can be employed and present an interesting alternative with specific implications for impedance control.

By Stephen V. Chavez
4 MIN READ
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Remote collaboration in electronic systems design: How teams are building the future… from anywhere

June 18, 2025

Remote collaboration in ESD is no longer a stopgap nor isn’t just feasible. It’s a strategic shift. It’s a smarter, scalable way to build the future.

By Stephen V. Chavez
3 MIN READ

Closing the gap: How Manufacturing-Driven Design is transforming PCB engineering

June 2, 2025

Previously on episode 24 of the Printed Circuit Podcast, host Steph Chavez brought together two seasoned experts—Max Clark, Product Strategy…

By Arlina Yang
4 MIN READ
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Introducing Xpedition Standard: Scalable PCB design power for growing teams

May 22, 2025

We are proud to announce the launch of Xpedition Standard, a transformative PCB design solution that delivers the power of the industry-leading Xpedition technology in a scalable, cost-efficient package tailored for growing teams.

By David Haboud
2 MIN READ