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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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How effective is decoupling capacitance in power distribution networks?

September 9, 2025

The power distribution network (PDN) is especially important as devices can draw immense current leading to unwanted voltage drops at power supply pins, compromising device operation and reliability.

By Kirk Fabbri
2 MIN READ
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Keeping your IP safe in a connected world

August 19, 2025

Protecting electronic design IP isn’t just about having the right tools—it’s about cultivating a mindset across your organization.

By Stephen V. Chavez
4 MIN READ
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Extending design left with PartQuest Design Enablement

August 6, 2025

Engineering begins before ECAD Traditional electronics design divides component research and tool-based design execution into separate stages. Engineers typically research…

By Matt Walsh
4 MIN READ
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How to have actionable DFM reviews: Unlocking digital manufacturing for SMBs with PCBflow and Xpedition Standard

July 29, 2025

With the release of Xpedition Standard, Siemens is delivering actionable DFM reviews that empower SMB teams to design with confidence.

By David Haboud
3 MIN READ
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Unlocking the power of 3D component digital twins for SMB and individuals

July 22, 2025

Leveraging component digital twins—virtual representations of physical components that provide comprehensive information about their characteristics and behaviors.

By David Haboud
2 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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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