Single-cell lithium-ion chargers are widely used, yet many practical designs rely on highly integrated ICs that conceal their internal operation...
Build a practical 400 mA linear Li-ion charger with visible CC-CV behavior
Asahi Kasei Microdevices begins mass production of camera-less modules for detection of falls, vital signs, posture, and position
Asahi Kasei Microdevices began mass production of the AK5816AIM, an Antenna-in-Module millimeter-wave radar module...
Now and then: minicomputers
For some time, minicomputers were a dominant force in computing. But where do they stand now?...
One-input numeric keypad
This is a 12-key numeric keypad for use in a range of microcontroller projects. It has the advantage that you only need one analogue input...
Skyworks introduces Si86Px digital isolators with integrated power for space-constrained industrial designs
New family delivers complete signal and power isolation with industry-leading load regulation and high data rates...
Current converter performs purely on paltry phantom power
Convert a 4-20 mA signal to 0-20 mA and deliver it to a grounded load with no additional power supply needed...
Achieving "zero" current consumption multi-function load switch ICs XC8115/XC8116 series
Torex has developed the XC8115/XC8116 Series, multifunction load switch ICs that achieve 0 µA current consumption...
Optimized power supply measurement setup
Before a circuit designer decides on a particular power supply, he or she will first want to test it carefully...
Filter impedance control
Input impedances presented by lowpass and highpass filters in their respective stop bands are usually not controlled and can vary quite widely...
Eight solar cell lithium-ion battery charger
A single lithium ion battery cell needs 4.2 V from a current source to insure it is fully charged. A solar panel with just enough individual cells...