Design Guides
Collection of articles to help you design better embedded systems.
Sensor Fusion Hub Reference Design
Handling cameras, radar, and sensors in one system can be very complex. Imagine sending data, power, and control over a single cable. Find out...
Low Power HMI Reference Design
A compact HMI reference design showcases how ultra-low-power touch sensing, autonomous LED control, and strong moisture immunity can elevate appliance interfaces from kitchen hoods...
555 Timer IC Pinout, Circuit, Working, and Datasheet
The 555 timer IC is an integral part of electronics projects. Be it a simple project involving a single 8-bit microcontroller and some peripherals...
7 Segment Display Pinout, Codes, Working, and Interfacing
A 7-segment display is commonly used in electronic display devices for decimal numbers from 0 to 9 and in some cases, basic characters. The...
Input Protection And Backup Supply Reference Design
Do you face problems like power faults and surges in designing PLC systems? See how this reference design can help you resolve the issue.
Designing...
12 kW Power Supply Unit Reference Design
The design showcases how wide-bandgap devices, multi-level PFC and high-frequency LLC conversion can deliver record efficiency and compactness for next-generation AI servers and data-centre...
Induction Cooker Reference Design
High-power induction cookers can cause interference. This reference design shows how you can reduce EMI and make the cooker work and heat properly.
Half-bridge induction...
Smart Holding Brake Controller Reference Design
Power failures can make suspended loads fall and cause accidents. Learn how smart holding-brake control keeps loads safe and saves energy.
Variable-speed drive (VSD) is...
Ultra-Compact Wearable Display Reference Design
A new miniature display reference design brings high-resolution visuals, low-power processing, and a complete video-to-optics pipeline to next-generation smart glasses, viewfinders, and compact AR...
Reference Design Dual-Motor Drive For Robotics
Controlling two strong wheel motors with one controller is tricky. This design shows how you can handle motor control, sensing, and protection all in...
Reference Design For Autonomous Robotics
Combining edge AI, multi-sensor perception, and real-time connectivity in a ready-to-deploy framework, the platform streamlines prototyping, reduces integration complexity, and speeds up time to...
GaN Inverter Reference Design For Robotics
Most robot motors use old IGBTs. They get hot and take up space. A new GaN design consumes less energy, is more compact, and...
Wireless doorbell Reference Design
What if a doorbell never needed a battery and still sent signals wirelessly over long distances. This design can turn every button press into...
Compact GaN-Based Inverter Reference Design
Delivering high power density, fast switching, and integrated control features, it provides a complete solution to evaluate and accelerate next-generation motor-drive designs.
As next-generation mechatronic...
Bulletproofing Your Product Design For Wireless Products
In wireless product development, how do you select the right communication technologies, from identifying the specific hardware and software to delivering the finished product?
How...
5 Interesting Reference Designs For Sensors
Designing sensors is tough. Ready-made reference designs for industrial, automotive,and health applications help you prototype faster.
Ultrasonic Distance SensorApplicationsOEM BrandIndustrial Multi-sensorApplicationsOEM BrandAdvanced Sensor InterfacingApplicationsOEM BrandCurrent...
24-VAC Power Stage Reference Design
Tired of dealing with 24 VAC power in your thermostat or HVAC design? Here’s a way to get DC power, battery backup, and protection.
Most...
Thermostat Reference Design
A thermostat design that sleeps most of the time, drives HVAC, blinks the LCD in hardware, and can be reused for smart home nodes.
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