ESD Protection Circuits & Test Methods

Prevent IC damage with on-chip ESD protection. This guide covers diodes, snap-back, GGNMOS, SCR design, and HBM/MM test models for robust circuits.

TVS Diodes for Transient Voltage Suppression

Learn how Transient Voltage Suppressor (TVS) diodes protect electronics from surges. This guide covers key parameters, characteristics & how to select them.

Practical EMC Design for Buck Converters

Master buck converter EMI reduction. Learn to manage hot loops, optimize PCB layout, apply filtering, and use snubber circuits to minimize radiation.

The Story Behind the Discovery of Electromagnetic Waves

Chronicles Hertz's 1888 detection of electromagnetic waves and Marconi's development of wireless telegraphy, from laboratory measurements and demonstrations to transatlantic radio.

Filter Capacitors in EMC Design

Learn the vital role of capacitors in EMC design for controlling EMI. Explore filtering, decoupling, ESD protection, self-resonance, and capacitor selection.

How Electromagnetic Waves Are Generated

Discover how electromagnetic waves are generated. Learn about electric and magnetic excitation, and key sources like thermal radiation and oscillating circuits.

EM Interference: Common-Mode vs Differential-Mode

Technical overview of electromagnetic noise covering conducted vs radiated noise, measurement units, coupling mechanisms and common-mode suppression techniques.

EMC ESD Models Explained

Technical overview of ESD models and measurement methods, focusing on HBM parameter measurement, capacitance estimation and robustness testing for electronic devices.

Automotive EMC Test Requirements

Automotive EMC guide: standards, test requirements, coupling mechanisms and vehicle-level design tips to ensure EMI compliance.

RF Jammer Range, Technical Requirements and Test Methods

Learn how RF jammer range is affected by power, frequency, antenna and environment, plus legal, testing and EMI standards for authorized use.