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Masterclass LIVE: A Critical Paradigm Shift for Signal Integrity in Practice Sep 13, 2024

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Most factors that affect Signal Integrity are well-understood by many professional engineers. However, a whole new paradigm shift has emerged over the last twenty years as SI has moved ICs. SI Expert, Donald Telian has helped hundreds of engineers and companies working on thousands of designs around the globe to learn how to solve signal integrity in this new era of SI. Now, Telian is partnering with The EEcosystem to share this knowledge in a series of Masterclass LIVE workshops that are available to the public for the first time. In this episode, Telian explains what attendees can expect to learn and why learning in person with an experienced mentor is so critical for engineers to master these techniques and principles that can be applied immediately.

2000 Amp Data Centers & AI: The Future of Power & Innovation (Steve Sandler at DesignCon 2024) Sep 13, 2024

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In this conversation, Steve Sandler discusses the upcoming DesignCon event and the sessions and presentations he will be giving. He also talks about the new products Picotest has developed for the emerging trend of 2000 amps in data centers and AI. Steve explains the challenges in designing and testing at these power levels and the innovations Picotest has made in cooling and load cells. He emphasizes the importance of the ecosystem and resolving knowledge gaps to keep up with increasing demands.

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New Technologies mentioned in the show:

Picotest DesignCon Page

https://www.picotestonline.com/design...

Transient Load Steppers https://www.picotest.com/products_tra...

J2154A PerfectPulse® Differential TDR https://www.picotest.com/products_J21...

PDN Probe https://www.picotest.com/products_PDN...

Port Saves https://www.picotest.com/Port-Savers....

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🎛 Visit the SIGLENT website to learn more about their test and measurement solutions For Every Bench. Every Engineer. Every Day. https://siglentna.com/

💽For high complexity EDA solutions visit SIEMENS EDA Website https://eda.sw.siemens.com/en-US/

🔌 Picotest specializes in high fidelity testing and measurement tools, primarily for power-related applications. Visit their website for more product information and excellent training materials from expert Steve Sandler https://www.picotestonline.com/

Accelerating Your Chip Design IP and Data Management Workflow Sep 13, 2024

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Simon Rance, Director of Product Management at Keysight, discusses process data management and PLM solutions for enterprise hardware silicon and semiconductor design. He explains the differences between data management for hardware and software design, highlighting the need for specialized solutions in the hardware design world. Rance also discusses the importance of traceability and security in data management, particularly in industries like automotive and military aerospace.

Simon's Full Presentation https://www.keysight.com/us/en/assets...

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🔗For all of your high-speed and RF connectors visit the Samtec website and access excellent engineering resources while you are there. https://www.samtec.com/

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💽 For high complexity EDA solutions visit SIEMENS EDA Website https://eda.sw.siemens.com/en-US/

💡For SI/PI/EMI News and Technical Resources and to register for a free subscription visit the Signal Integrity Journal today. https://www.signalintegrityjournal.com/

📡 For Custom RF and MW PCBs visit the Transline Technology Website to learn more. Visit https://translinetech.com/

Innovation and Trends in ADC Sensor Technology Sep 05, 2024

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The explosion of automotive and industrial sensors is driving the demand for new cutting-edge ADC sensor technology. This week Kyle Stone of Texas Instruments discusses how this proliferation of sensor technologies has driven TI to innovate and create both on-chip and discrete ADC sensor solutions and what's available for engineers to meet these growing challenges.

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Show Links A Basic Guide to RTD Measurements

An Engineers Guide to Current Sensing

A Basic Guide to Thermocouple Measurements

A Basic Guide to Bridge Measurements

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🔗For all of your high-speed and RF connectors visit the Samtec website and access excellent engineering resources while you are there.

⛰️Visit Summit Interconnect for all your complex PCB manufacturing needs.

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How to Navigate the Complexities of 3D RF Module Design (SiP) Aug 20, 2024

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Keysight RF subject matter expert and YouTuber, Anurag Bhargava, discusses 3D RF module design and the challenges engineers face in integrating dissimilar technologies into a small form factor. He emphasizes the need for an open and interoperable ecosystem of design tools to address these challenges. Bhargava also highlights the importance of simulation and characterization in ensuring system-level performance and reliability.

Show Links: RF Module talk with Anurag Bhargava https://www.keysight.com/us/en/assets...

Anurag's YouTube channel / @bhargavaanurag

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💻 Visit Cofactr for AI-Powered real-time part data Intelligence and supply chain connected workflow and logistics. https://www.cofactr.com/ 🔗For all of your high-speed and RF connectors visit the Samtec website and access excellent engineering resources while you are there. https://www.samtec.com/

⛰️Visit Summit Interconnect for all your complex PCB manufacturing needs. https://summitinterconnect.com/

🌎 Visit Isola Group global for High performance laminates and prepreg materials for PCB manufacturing, as well as new IC packaging interposer https://www.isola-group.com/

💽 For high complexity EDA solutions visit SIEMENS EDA Website https://eda.sw.siemens.com/en-US/

💡For SI/PI/EMI News and Technical Resources and to register for a free subscription visit the Signal Integrity Journal today. https://www.signalintegrityjournal.com/

📡 For Custom RF and MW PCBs visit the Transline Technology Website to learn more. Visit https://translinetech.com/

Is Your Component Data Intelligence Really Intelligent? Aug 02, 2024

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In this episode, Matthew Haber CEO of Cofactr, discusses how he and his co-founder Phillip Gulley have launched AI-powered solutions that connect real-time data and materials intelligence that can flow seamlessly between engineers, buyers, distributors, and contract manufacturers to streamline the entire process and ensure supply chain resilience.

Cofactr Website: https://www.cofactr.com/

Matthew Haber on LinkedIn: / matthew-haber-374903184

Cofactr Company Page on LinkedIn / cofactr

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📘 Subscribe to The EEcosystem Newsletter and receive a free 90-day subscription to all of Eric Bogatin's training at The Signal Integrity Academy https://theeecosystem.com

👨🏽‍💻For free Technical Resources and to Learn more about Keysight Pathwave EDA Software Solutions visit the homepage now. https://www.keysight.com/us/en/produc...

💻 Visit Cofactr for AI-Powered real-time part data Intelligence and supply chain connected workflow and logistics. https://www.cofactr.com/

🔗For all of your high-speed and RF connectors visit the Samtec website and access excellent engineering resources while you are there. https://www.samtec.com/

⛰️Visit Summit Interconnect for all your complex PCB manufacturing needs. https://summitinterconnect.com/

🌎 Visit Isola Group global for High performance laminates and prepreg materials for PCB manufacturing, as well as new IC packaging interposer https://www.isola-group.com/

💽 For high complexity EDA solutions visit SIEMENS EDA Website https://eda.sw.siemens.com/en-US/

💡For SI/PI/EMI News and Technical Resources and to register for a free subscription visit the Signal Integrity Journal today. https://www.signalintegrityjournal.com/

📡 For Custom RF and MW PCBs visit the Transline Technology Website to learn more. Visit https://translinetech.com/

Mastering Stability and Reliability of RF/MW Cable Technologies Jul 26, 2024

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In this week's episode, RF/Microwave Cable technology veterans, Dan Birch and Ron Souders discuss the challenges of maintaining the stability and reliability of these crucial interconnects. They unpack which applications drive tighter performance specs, increasing channel complexities, and why stability is a critical concern for design & development engineers.

Show Links Nitrowave Cable https://samtec.com/nitrowave

Samtec IMS 2024 Page https://blog.samtec.com/samtec-ims-2024/

Chiplets: The Future of Semiconductor Design with Steven Slater Jul 26, 2024

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Welcome to this week's ecosystem podcast with Judy Warner! In this episode, we dive deep into the world of chiplets with Steven Slater, the Director of Product Management at Keysight. Discover the exciting advancements and opportunities in chiplet technology and how it’s shaping the future of the semiconductor industry.

We explore the progress of the UCIe Consortium, the ecosystem enabling this technology, and who stands to benefit most from adopting chiplets. Steven shares his insider insights on the successes, challenges, and the evolving landscape of chiplet integration.

If you're an engineer or just curious about the latest in semiconductor design, this episode offers valuable information on the current state and future potential of chiplets. Plus, learn about upcoming webinars and resources to further your understanding of this groundbreaking technology.

Engineering Salary and Career Insights: How Much Should you be Making? Mar 19, 2024

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In this episode, we delve into Electronic Design Magazine's yearly career and salary survey with Michelle Kopier, Group Associate Publisher. Learn about their online tool, utilizing data from 2000+ engineers, to determine salary based on education, experience, and US state of residence. Unravel strategies for maximizing earning potential for your engineering career using real-world data.

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💵 Salary Survey Page and articles

Effectively designing a Power Delivery System with Expert Lee Ritchey Feb 28, 2024

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In this episode of the EEcosystem Podcast, high-speed expert, Lee Ritchey, unravels the complexities and nuances of power delivery systems in circuit design. Hosted by Judy Warner, the conversation examines top-to-bottom aspects of power supply, from the foundational definition to the roles of DC converters and onboard capacitors. When it comes to the intricacies of system integration, feel guided through the labyrinthine world of voltage reduction, powerful currents, and embracing new technologies.

Beyond technicalities, this podcast episode examines the prevalent challenges in the industry due to the rising demand for skilled workforce. Heeding to this issue, Lee Ritchie shares how his unique teaching methods can aid professionals in honing their skills. The pair also debunks myths around power delivery systems and dispels misconceptions relating to application notes.

The conversation also reviews how tech giants like Intel strategize to optimize the gift of power delivery systems, presenting an inside look into the future of design for integrated circuits from renowned manufacturers such as Xilinx and Altera Broadcom. The experts reflect on how to engineer an adequate interplane capacitor into your pin circle board stack up, a vital lesson in circuit design concepts.

This episode also sheds light on the critical need to deeply understand board materials and design stack-ups, given the challenges posed by high-powered systems on delicate copper planes. Both guests emphasize the indispensable need to engineer power delivery systems before any other design aspect and share a valuable glimpse into the future of PDS designs.

Stay ahead of the curve in the ever-evolving tech industry as these industry leaders share invaluable tips to elevate PDS and predict future advancements. While the growing challenges may seem daunting, the experts share their optimism for cutting-edge solutions on the horizon from developers worldwide.

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