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Image of How Hardware Gets Hacked (Part 4): Memory Protections How Hardware Gets Hacked (Part 4): Memory Protections

Understand how memory read attacks work on MCUs and how to defend using debug disable, encryption, and hardware protection features.

Image of Use Miniature, High-Performance GNSS Antennas to Minimize Design Compromises Use Miniature, High-Performance GNSS Antennas to Minimize Design Compromises

Designers can select from a wide range of miniature, high-performance GNSS antennas to minimize receiver design compromises.

Image of Building Scalable Embedded Systems with Zephyr RTOS and NXP Semiconductors Platforms Building Scalable Embedded Systems with Zephyr RTOS and NXP Semiconductors Platforms Publish Date: 2026-05-20

Learn how Zephyr RTOS and NXP Semiconductors simplify firmware development and accelerate deployment across IoT, industrial automation, and edge computing.

Image of Compact, Integrated Connector Modules Cut Noise and Supply Power over Ethernet for AI Applications Compact, Integrated Connector Modules Cut Noise and Supply Power over Ethernet for AI Applications Publish Date: 2026-05-19

PoE enables edge processing, AI, and ML using standard Ethernet cables and EMI-filtering, space-efficient ICMs mounted via through-hole or press-fit technology.

Image of How Wi-Fi HaLow Extends Range and Reliability for IoT Data Streams How Wi-Fi HaLow Extends Range and Reliability for IoT Data Streams

Learn how the Quectel FGH100M wireless modules simplify Wi-Fi HaLow adoption for long-range, medium-throughput IoT applications.

Image of TE Connectivity Circular Connectors TE Connectivity Circular Connectors

Circular connectors are a cornerstone of reliable power, signal, and data transmission in industrial, transportation, energy, and automation applications.

Image of Common Website Vulnerabilities and How to Fix Them Common Website Vulnerabilities and How to Fix Them

Web development opens the door to creating awesome tools, websites, and personal projects! However, it can be a bit overwhelming trying to figure out how to keep your site secure while building it.

Image of From Copper to Crimp: What Makes a Premium Electrical Connection? From Copper to Crimp: What Makes a Premium Electrical Connection? Publish Date: 2026-05-13

A review of wire terminals and the features that enable connectors to provide superior electrical resistance, wire pullout strength, and protection from shorts.

Image of Use Off-the-Shelf EMI Filters to Simplify EV Powertrain Compliance Use Off-the-Shelf EMI Filters to Simplify EV Powertrain Compliance

Designers can use off-the-shelf EMI filters to quickly meet EMC mandates for EV powertrains.

Image of Use a Modular Platform with Robust Components to Simplify Consistent DC/DC Regulator Evaluation Use a Modular Platform with Robust Components to Simplify Consistent DC/DC Regulator Evaluation Publish Date: 2026-05-12

How a modular evaluation platform uses a portfolio of inductors and stable passives to simplify evaluation of buck, boost, and LED-driver DC/DC topologies.

Image of Semiconductor Packaging & SoC Design Semiconductor Packaging & SoC Design

The word "semiconductor" is a strong buzzword. They drive the stock market, enable all of our electronics and systems, and essentially hold up the world.

Image of Dedicated Power Solutions that Support Type CF Applications Dedicated Power Solutions that Support Type CF Applications

Discover Advanced Energy power supplies for cardiac floating (Type CF) applications where there is no margin for electrical risk.

Image of How to Choose the Right Patch Panel for Your Network Infrastructure How to Choose the Right Patch Panel for Your Network Infrastructure

Selecting the right patch is essential for efficient cable management, reliable performance, and scalability for future network expansion.

Image of IDC Connectors Reduce Wiring Time, Material, and Risk in Industrial Environments IDC Connectors Reduce Wiring Time, Material, and Risk in Industrial Environments Publish Date: 2026-05-07

3M IDC connectors make wire-to-wire and wire-to-board connections faster, more secure, more compact, and less error-prone while reducing wire material usage.

Image of Low-Cost, Power Efficient EMG Prosthetic Hand (Part 2) Low-Cost, Power Efficient EMG Prosthetic Hand (Part 2)

Creating a low-cost prosthetic arm is challenging, but making one that is also easy to calibrate and accurate is even tougher.

Image of Protect Unmated DC Power Inputs with IP68 Sealed Barrel Jacks Protect Unmated DC Power Inputs with IP68 Sealed Barrel Jacks Publish Date: 2026-05-06

Designers can keep electronic equipment safe by using sealed DC power barrel jacks that deliver IP68 protection even when unmated.

Image of Demystifying Rack Units: How to Get More from Electronics Enclosures and Cabinets Demystifying Rack Units: How to Get More from Electronics Enclosures and Cabinets Publish Date: 2026-05-05

Electronics rack units are an ecosystem of cabinets, shelves, enclosures, hardware, and accessories that manage space, heat, power, and more.

Image of Webinar – Discover a Breakthrough in Field-Device Connectivity in Process Automation Webinar – Discover a Breakthrough in Field-Device Connectivity in Process Automation

Explore how Ethernet APL is reshaping process automation by providing improved visibility, advanced diagnostics, and stronger operational performance.

image of 10 Smart 3D Printing Tips: Tolerances, Holes, and Slicer Tricks 10 Smart 3D Printing Tips: Tolerances, Holes, and Slicer Tricks

Level up your 3D prints with practical tips on tolerances, press fits, teardrop holes, support-free counterbores, slicer split tools, modifiers, calibration, infill choices, and avoiding common failures like warping and stringing.

image of Star Wars Pomodoro Timer Star Wars Pomodoro Timer

Turn an ESP32 M5 Core2 into a Star Wars themed Pomodoro timer with dynamic graphics, countdown timer, and focus session control.