Posts from January 9, 2025

What is a Parallel Circuit? A parallel circuit is an electrical circuit configuration where the components are connected in such a way that the electric[…]

What is an SMT Engineer? An SMT (Surface Mount Technology) Engineer, also known as an SMT Process Engineer, is a professional who specializes in the[…]

What is JTAG? JTAG is a standardized interface that enables access to the internal sub-systems of an integrated circuit for testing, debugging, and programming purposes.[…]

Introduction to JTAG Chains JTAG (Joint Test Action Group) is a standard interface used for testing, debugging, and programming electronic devices. It provides a way[…]

Introduction to Pseudo-Differential IO Pseudo-differential IO is a type of input/output standard that combines the benefits of both single-ended and differential signaling. It provides a[…]

Introduction to the Cyclone Daughter Board The DB31 Altera Cyclone II Daughter Board, also known as the Cyclone Daughter board, is a powerful and versatile[…]

What are Daughterboards? A daughterboard, also known as a mezzanine board or piggyback board, is a printed circuit board (PCB) that connects to and extends[…]

Introduction to Daughter Board LEDs Daughter boards, also known as expansion boards or add-on boards, are essential components in electronic systems that provide additional functionality[…]

Understanding Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) Before diving into ESD-prevention techniques, it’s essential to understand what ESD is and how it occurs. Electrostatic discharge is the sudden[…]

Introduction to the Altium Instrument Dashboard The Altium Instrument Dashboard is a powerful feature within Altium Designer that allows users to visualize and interact with[…]