The EEcosystem Podcast
The EEcosystem Podcast is a weekly show for professional electrical engineers. It features conversations with experts and subject matter experts covering the entire electronics design and development ecosystem. The discussions span various aspects of the industry, from initial design to final development. The podcast aims to provide valuable insights and knowledge for engineers working in the field.
Episodes
The Most Expensive Engineering Mistake (and how to avoid it)
In this episode, Judy Warner talks with Roberto Piacentini, an electrical engineer with 30+ years of experience and now Director of Global Marketing for Design Engineering Software at Keysight Technologies, about what he considers the most expensive engineering mistake, why growing design complexity is raising the stakes, and how to avoid these costly issues.
They explore connected workflows, engi
The Engineer as Architect: Agentic AI as Co-Pilot, Not Autopilot
AI is everywhere in the headlines right now, but is it actually doing anything positive for engineers? Or is it just going to take jobs and produce less competent engineers by putting everything on autopilot? I sat down with Tobias Pohl, Co-Founder and CEO of CELUS, and Matt Bromley, VP of Product Strategy for Siemens EDA, to try to get past the hype and talk honestly about what agentic AI is actu
The Hidden Bottleneck in DDR Memory Compliance and How to Fix It
As AI, data centers, aerospace, and advanced computing continue pushing bandwidth and power requirements to new extremes, DDR memory compliance has become one of the biggest bottlenecks in high-speed digital design. I
n this episode, Judy Warner is joined by Ben Dannan, Founder of Signal Edge Solutions, and Tyler Huddleston, SI/PI Engineer of SES, to explore why traditional DDR compliance workflow
KiCad's Growing Adoption for Professional PCB Design
Many engineers still think of KiCad as a hobbyist PCB design tool. That perception is changing.
In this episode, Judy Warner sits down with Seth Hillbrand, lead KiCad developer and founder of KiCad Services Corporation, to discuss how KiCad has evolved into a professional EDA platform trusted by startups, aerospace companies, research organizations, and enterprise engineering teams.
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Design Intent vs. the Grind: Quilter's Vision for AI in PCB Design
AI is starting to take on real work in PCB design, but engineering teams still want and need to stay in control of the process. In this episode, Judy Warner talks with Sergiy Nesterenko, founder of Quilter, about how their AI-powered layout tool has evolved over the past year. They discuss keeping designers in control through custom constraints, lessons learned from laying out Quilter's own NXP i.
Stop Wasting Time in Datasheets: Finally an AI tool that actually helps PCB Designer
In this episode, Judy Warner sits down with Colin Stoner, co-founder of Zenode (zenode.ai) and a veteran electrical engineer with 250+ unique board designs under his belt. Colin shares how he turned years of real-world frustrations — endless datasheet digging, pinout copying, power budgeting, and last-minute alternate-part hunts into an AI-powered component intelligence platform that actually deli
Why “Chips Don’t Float”: The Critical Role of PCB Manufacturing in the U.S.
In this episode of The EEcosystem Podcast, Judy Warner sits down with David Schild of the Printed Circuit Board Association of America (PCBAA) for a timely, high-impact conversation about the future of U.S. PCB manufacturing. David shares insights on The New Frontier, a new documentary spotlighting the human stories behind America’s PCB industry and the urgent need to reshore domestic manufacturin
DesignCon 2026 Kick-Off: Chiplet 3D Interconnect Designer from Keysight
In this special DesignCon 2026 Kick-Off edition, Stephen Slater of Keysight joins Judy Warner to discuss all the activities Keysight is offering on this year's conference. He highlights Keysight's NPI that will be featured at this year's show, Chiplet 3D Interconnect Designer which will be showcased in their booth. See the links below to tap into the full spectrum of technology highlights included
DesignCon 2026: Kick-Off Episode with the Dream Team of Power Integrity
In this episode Judy Warner talks with Steve Sandler, Heidi Barnes and Ben Dannan, who are three leading experts in Power Integrity and combined are presenting 17 talks at DesignCon 2026, Including a tutorial they will present together. They have all also been nominated for Engineer of the Year at DesignCon this year. Enjoy learning about the breakthrough they are creating together to create solut
CAD Tools that Scale with Engineers
Modern engineering teams need design tools that can scale with their growth. In this episode, Judy Warner talks with David Haboud of Siemens EDA about how evolving PCB Design tools are helping small and mid-sized engineering teams manage increasing design complexity. They discuss data integration, flexible access to advanced capabilities, and how cross-tool collaboration and supply chain data are
Why Proximity, Security, and the Future of PCB Supply Chain Matters
In this conversation, David Schild, the Executive Director of the Printed Circuit Board Association of America (PCBAA), discusses the current state of PCB manufacturing in the U.S., the importance of national security for the industry, and the challenges posed by foreign dominance in the market. He emphasizes the importance of reshoring manufacturing capabilities and the intersection of industrial
PCB Design Unrest: Who is going to Fill the Mid-Tier Gap?
The PCB design world is buzzing with frustration: skyrocketing costs, forced cloud migrations, and a widening gap between free tools like KiCad and heavy enterprise suites like Xpedition, Allegro, and Altium Designer. In this frank and non-nonsense conversation, David Haboud explains how Siemens is stepping up with right-sized mid-tier solutions built on the proven Xpedition technology stack that
224 Gbps and Beyond: The State of High-Speed Electronic 2025-2026 and Beyond
In this conversation, Judy Warner and Matt Burns discuss the latest trends in technology, the normalization of 224G speeds driven by AI, Defense, and Telecom. They explore the rapid advancements in data center technologies, the evolution of interconnect solutions, and the importance of collaboration among engineers. Matt shares insights into the demand for high-speed solutions and the challenges f
PCBAA Update: Why American PCB Fabrication is Crucial for Engineers and Industry
In this conversation, David Schild, the Executive Director of the Printed Circuit Board Association of America (PCBAA), discusses the current state of PCB manufacturing in the U.S., the importance of national security for the industry, and the challenges posed by foreign dominance in the market. He emphasizes the importance of reshoring manufacturing capabilities and the intersection of industrial
PCB Design Unrest: How Siemens is Filling the Mid-Tier EDA Gap
The PCB design world is buzzing with frustration: skyrocketing costs, forced cloud migrations, and a widening gap between free tools like KiCad and heavy enterprise suites like Xpedition, Allegro, and Altium Designer. In this frank and non-nonsense conversation, Siemens' David Haboud explains how the company is stepping up with right-sized mid-tier solutions built on the proven Xpedition technolog
Navigating the PCB Mfg. Landscape Heading Into PCB West 2025
In this conversation, Judy Warner and David Schild discuss the latest developments in the Printed Circuit Board (PCB) industry, focusing on the importance of a robust domestic supply chain, membership growth in the PCBAA, and efforts to support manufacturing here in the States. They highlight the significance of recent engagements with the decision maker on the Hill and the need for collaboration
Can your Phone Call Space? From 5GTN to 6GNTN and the Digital Twin Revolution
Can your cell phone really connect straight to satellites? In this episode, Judy Warner and Keysight’s Murthy Upmaka explore 5G’s promises vs. reality, how non-terrestrial networks (NTN) are changing the game, and why digital twins + AI will unlock the future of 6G for engineers like you.
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First Principles, SpaceX Lessons, and the Future of PCB Design with AI
What happens when a SpaceX engineer takes on one of the toughest problems in electronics?
In this episode, Quilter CEO Sergiy Nesterenko shares how first-principles thinking and lessons from his time at SpaceX led him to tackle the decades-old bottleneck in PCB design: manual layout.
From his triple major at Berkeley to building avionics for Falcon 9, Sergiy brings unique insights into why auto-ro
Strengthening U.S. Electronics: Supply Chains, Workforce & Innovation with David Schild
In this episode of The EEcosystem Podcast, Judy Warner speaks with David Schild, Executive Director of the PCBAA, about the state of U.S. electronics manufacturing and what it means for engineers.
Topics include:
How supply chain resilience impacts product design
New initiatives to support U.S.-based manufacturing
Addressing workforce shortages in engineering
Why engineers should engage wi
Siemens and Microchip Partner to Unleash New Design Workflow
In this exclusive interview recorded at Microchip MASTERs 2025 in Scottsdale, AZ, Judy Warner sits down with Roger Richey (Chief Architect, Microchip) and Matt Bromley (VP, Siemens EDA) to discuss the powerful new partnership between Microchip and Siemens.
Together, they explore how Siemens’s new PartQuest Design Enablement platform is transforming the engineer’s journey, from component discovery
NEW High-Speed Digital Design Masterclass with Eric Bogatin
Join Judy Warner, founder of The EEcosystem, and Professor Eric Bogatin, world-renowned signal integrity expert, as they introduce this graduate-level, 30+ hour course designed to sharpen your engineering intuition and skills in high-speed digital design.
This comprehensive, online masterclass is completely free to engineers worldwide, thanks to the support of our industry sponsors. You’ll get str
AI, Power Integrity and, the Future of Engineering
In this episode of The EEcosystem Podcast, Judy Warner catches up with legendary power integrity expert Steve Sandler, founder of Picotest, fresh off a European tour of PCIM and the IEEE SPI conference. They dive deep into the unprecedented pace of AI-driven innovation, its impact on power systems and thermal management, and how engineers can stay ahead of the curve in a rapidly changing landscape
Why Glass Core is the Next Leap in High-Speed Design
In this episode of The EEcosystem Podcast, Judy Warner sits down with Steve Hillerich, Product Manager at Samtec, to explore the breakthrough potential of Glass Core Technology (GCT). Discover how Samtec is redefining high-speed interconnects, miniaturization, and system integration by controlling every aspect of glass substrate development—from TGV drilling to RDL patterning.
Plus, get a sneak p
Evolved Engineering: Eli Hughes on the New Era of Embedded Development
In this conversation, Eli Hughes discusses his journey as a “full-stack hardware engineer” and his work with NXP as a technical content creator. He discusses how he’s leveraged the NXP FRDM (Freedom) development platform and the importance of hands-on learning in engineering education. He emphasizes the accessibility of modern development tools and their impact on both students and professionals i
100th Episode Special: Launching Transmission Lines 101 and a New Masterclass Series with Eric Bogatin
In this special 100th episode, Judy Warner welcomes Dr. Eric Bogatin to celebrate and share an exciting announcement: the launch of Transmission Lines 101, the first course in The EEcosystem Electronics Masterclass series. Thanks to sponsors Rohde & Schwarz and Polar Instruments, this foundational course is offered FREE to engineers worldwide. Tune in to learn more about the Masterclass vision
AI Innovation in PCB Design and Manufacturing
Sean Patterson, CTO of Summit Interconnect, joins Judy Warner to explore how AI is transforming PCB manufacturing and design engineering. They discuss industry challenges, workforce adaptation, and how AI can drive collaboration and innovation. Sean also introduces CrossGen.ai, his new online community designed to help engineers and tech professionals navigate the future of AI-driven work.
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Engineering Workflow at the Velocity of Innovation
In this fast-paced episode, we explore how engineering teams can keep up with the breakneck speed of innovation driven by an explosion of new technologies that leverage digital twins, and virtual prototyping. Roberto Piacentini Filho of Keysight shares insights on the evolving role of design engineers in an era where innovation is faster—and cheaper than ever before.
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Tariffs, Turbulence & Tactics: How to Ensure Supply Chain Resilience
In this episode, Cofactr CEO, Matthew Haber, unpacks the growing challenges engineers face in today’s volatile electronics supply chain. From rising tariffs and unpredictable trade policies to the critical need for tracking Country of Origin (COO), engineers are now key players in managing risk and cost. We explore how “tariff stacking” can drive up component costs overnight—and how Cofactr’s plat
High-Speed Interconnects: Copper or Fiber?
In this conversation, Judy Warner and Matt Burns dive into the real-world challenges engineers face as data rates push past 224 Gbps and AI strains data center infrastructure. They break down the copper vs. fiber tradeoffs, why optical solutions are becoming critical for longer distances, and how midboard optics offer better flexibility than front panel options. Matt also covers how PCIe and CXL a
Signal Integrity in Practice
In this conversation, Judy Warner and Donald Telian discuss the upcoming Signal Integrity and Practice class that will be held in Silicon Valley in May 2025. They highlight the class’s unique aspects, the evolution of signal integrity from Gen 1 to Gen 2, and the importance of hands-on learning for engineers. They share feedback from previous classes, emphasizing the value of practical knowledge c
From Drone Racing to Disrupting the Military UAV Industry
In this conversation, Olaf Hichwa, co-founder of Neros Technologies, discusses the company's mission to mass-produce defense drones and the journey that led him from drone racing to the defense industry. He emphasizes the importance of vertical integration in manufacturing, the challenges and opportunities faced by the company, and the future prospects of the drone industry. The discussion highlig
USA PCB Supply Chain Updates from Capitol Hill
Hardware engineers depend heavily on a secure and resilient US supply chain to support product innovation and protect mission-critical technologies domestically. In this episode, David Schild, Executive Director of the Printed Circuit Board Association of America, joins us to share what’s currently happening in the industry and on Capitol Hill to ensure Congress understands the critical need for a
Technological Innovation of Interconnects
Listen to this conversation with Judy Warner and Eric Bogatin as he shares insights ahead of DesignCon 2025, exploring advancements in interconnects, solutions to power distribution and thermal management challenges, and opportunities for engineers to grow. Don’t miss this engaging discussion, packed with resources and strategies to help you grow and thrive as a professional engineer!
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AI Design Innovation Trends and IndustryTrajectory in 2025
In this conversation, Judy Warner and Roberto Piacentini Filho discuss the latest technology trends, particularly AI, and its impact on design engineering. Roberto shares insights on how Keysight empowers innovation at the chip and systems level for emerging AI and data center technologies. He also discusses the challenges of scaling up AI and the importance of virtual prototyping. They also highl
PDN and Power Integrity Master Class at DesignCon 2025
Judy Warner chats with Steven M. Sandler, Heidi, and Benjamin Dannan about what’s ahead at DesignCon 2025. They dive into tackling 2000-amp power systems, solving power and signal integrity challenges, and why collaboration drives innovation. Plus, hear about Ben’s new venture, Signal Edge Solutions, and the systems-based strategies reshaping hardware engineering. Don’t miss this must-listen for f
DesignCon 2025 Preview
In this second installment of our special DesignCon pregame podcast series, Judy Warner and Suzanne Deffree, Group Event Director of Informa, discuss the upcoming DesignCon 2025, celebrating its 30th anniversary. They explore the event's significance, who should attend, the educational opportunities available, and the various events planned. Suzanne shares insights into the keynote speakers and th
AI Hardware Systems: Unprecedented Innovation & Disruption DesignCon 2025
Welcome to episode one of our DesignCon 2025 Pre-Game Tailgate Party Series! Today’s guest is Matthew Burns of Samtec. We discuss the upcoming DesignCon 2025 and the emerging technologies and trends that will be featured at the show–mostly focused on the rapid technological advancements driven by AI and the current challenges and opportunities engineers will face this year.
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AI-Enabled Data Analytics for Semi and Systems Workflow
In this special edition of The EEcosystem Podcast Onsite Insights, Judy Warner is on location at EMD Electronics in San Diego. She is joined by Krishna Arangode of Kaisen Analytix and Venky Sundaram of 3D System Scaling LLC. Together they discuss ways that the Semiconductor industry is exploring ways to leverage modern AI-driven data analytics to increase productivity and value for both hardware e
Post Election Update: PCB Industry and Supply Chain
In this conversation, David Schild, the executive director of the Printed Circuit Board Association America (PCBAA) gives a post-election update on the organization’s continuing efforts to expand congressional to support and strengthen the US PCB supply chain. He discusses the critical implications for both professional engineers and the electronics industry. Additionally, he discusses upcoming op
The State of the US PCB Industry
In this conversation, Shane Whiteside, President and CEO of Summit Interconnect, discusses the current state of the PCB industry, the challenges it faces, and the opportunities for growth. He emphasizes the importance of a resilient supply chain, especially in light of recent geopolitical tensions and the lessons learned from COVID-19. Shane also highlights the role of design engineers in ensuring
Mastering Supply Chain Risk with AI-Driven Data Intelligence
In this conversation, Phillip Gulley, Co-founder of CoFactor, discusses how engineers can benefit from Cofactr’s enhanced supply chain risk management and traceability through AI and data-driven solutions. He highlights the importance of cross-functional visibility, compliance, and proactive management in critical aerospace, defense, and medical technology industries.
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AI and NLP Powered Part Sourcing: Made by EEs for EE’s
In this episode, Collin Stoner, co-owner of Zenode.ai, shares how his frustration with tedious component searches led to an AI-powered tool for engineers. After designing over 250 PCBs, he and his co-founder created Zenode.ai to streamline workflows and save time, while retaining engineering judgment and intuition in their designs. Built by engineers for engineers, this tool uses AI and NLP to eli
The AI Shift: Redefining RF, HSD, and Data Center Design
In this conversation, Richard Duvall and Roberto Piacentini Filho from Keysight EDA discuss the transformative impact of AI and machine learning on design engineering. They explore the implications and integration of AI-assisted tools in workflows, the implications for 5G and 6G design, the importance of AI infrastructure, and the power integrity challenges in data centers.
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New AI-Enabled Era of Part Sourcing at Scale
In this conversation, Breadboard CEO Zachary Feuerstein discusses the innovative AI-enabled supply chain platform designed to streamline the procurement process for engineers and manufacturers. He highlights the challenges faced in the electronic supply chain and the solutions offered by integrating AI and LLMs to structure data, creating unique features that set Breadboard apart from competitors.
AI-Assisted Schematics: From Thoughts to Circuits in Minutes
In this conversation, Antonio Becerra Esteban of CELUS discusses the integration of AI in hardware design workflows, focusing on how the CELUS design platform is freeing up hours for design engineers. We talk honestly about the challenges and opportunities AI presents for designers, particularly for component search and schematic design. The CELUS free tool and platform integrate with Altium, Eagl
Your Ideal AI-Powered Workflow for Hardware Engineers
Valentina Ratner, co-founder of AllSpice.io, talks about their game-changing platform for hardware engineers. She discusses how it streamlines design reviews, version control, and team collaboration, all powered by AI. Valentina explains how their "GitHub for hardware" tool boosts productivity, reduces errors, and allows engineers to focus on innovation. Perfect for teams ready to modernize their
Accelerating Your Design Cycle with Innovative DfA Practices
This week on The EEcosystem, David Lane brings 30 years of design engineering and PCB assembly expertise to the table. He dives into the critical differences between prototypes and NPI, sharing tips to get it right early in development. Plus, discover how to harness the power best-in-class DfA and collaborating with your assembly partner early in your design process. Don’t miss this blend of exper
Bridging the Gap of HSD and RF PCB Materials
In this conversation, Judy Warner and Alex Ippich of Isola discuss the evolving landscape of high-speed digital (HSD) and RF engineering, emphasizing the importance of proactive communication and collaboration early in the design. They explore the challenges posed by the convergence of these fields, the role of digital tools in facilitating collaboration, and innovations in laminate materials that
Masterclass LIVE: A Critical Paradigm Shift for Signal Integrity in Practice
Most factors that affect Signal Integrity are well-understood by many professional engineers. However, a whole new paradigm shift has emerged over the last twenty years as SI has moved ICs. SI Expert, Donald Telian has helped hundreds of engineers and companies working on thousands of designs around the globe to learn how to solve signal integrity in this new era of SI. Now, Telian is partnering w
2000 Amp Data Centers & AI: The Future of Power & Innovation (Steve Sandler at DesignCon 2024)
In this conversation, Steve Sandler discusses the upcoming DesignCon event and the sessions and presentations he will be giving. He also talks about the new products Picotest has developed for the emerging trend of 2000 amps in data centers and AI. Steve explains the challenges in designing and testing at these power levels and the innovations Picotest has made in cooling and load cells. He emphas
Accelerating Your Chip Design IP and Data Management Workflow
Simon Rance, Director of Product Management at Keysight, discusses process data management and PLM solutions for enterprise hardware silicon and semiconductor design. He explains the differences between data management for hardware and software design, highlighting the need for specialized solutions in the hardware design world. Rance also discusses the importance of traceability and security in d
Innovation and Trends in ADC Sensor Technology
The explosion of automotive and industrial sensors is driving the demand for new cutting-edge ADC sensor technology. This week Kyle Stone of Texas Instruments discusses how this proliferation of sensor technologies has driven TI to innovate and create both on-chip and discrete ADC sensor solutions and what's available for engineers to meet these growing challenges.
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How to Navigate the Complexities of 3D RF Module Design (SiP)
Keysight RF subject matter expert and YouTuber, Anurag Bhargava, discusses 3D RF module design and the challenges engineers face in integrating dissimilar technologies into a small form factor. He emphasizes the need for an open and interoperable ecosystem of design tools to address these challenges. Bhargava also highlights the importance of simulation and characterization in ensuring system-leve
Is Your Component Data Intelligence Really Intelligent?
In this episode, Matthew Haber CEO of Cofactr, discusses how he and his co-founder Phillip Gulley have launched AI-powered solutions that connect real-time data and materials intelligence that can flow seamlessly between engineers, buyers, distributors, and contract manufacturers to streamline the entire process and ensure supply chain resilience.
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Mastering Stability and Reliability of RF/MW Cable Technologies
In this week's episode, RF/Microwave Cable technology veterans, Dan Birch and Ron Souders discuss the challenges of maintaining the stability and reliability of these crucial interconnects. They unpack which applications drive tighter performance specs, increasing channel complexities, and why stability is a critical concern for design & development engineers.
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Chiplets: The Future of Semiconductor Design with Steven Slater
Welcome to this week's ecosystem podcast with Judy Warner! In this episode, we dive deep into the world of chiplets with Steven Slater, the Director of Product Management at Keysight. Discover the exciting advancements and opportunities in chiplet technology and how it’s shaping the future of the semiconductor industry.
We explore the progress of the UCIe Consortium, the ecosystem enabling this te
Engineering Salary and Career Insights: How Much Should you be Making?
In this episode, we delve into Electronic Design Magazine's yearly career and salary survey with Michelle Kopier, Group Associate Publisher. Learn about their online tool, utilizing data from 2000+ engineers, to determine salary based on education, experience, and US state of residence. Unravel strategies for maximizing earning potential for your engineering career using real-world data.
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Effectively designing a Power Delivery System with Expert Lee Ritchey
In this episode of the EEcosystem Podcast, high-speed expert, Lee Ritchey, unravels the complexities and nuances of power delivery systems in circuit design. Hosted by Judy Warner, the conversation examines top-to-bottom aspects of power supply, from the foundational definition to the roles of DC converters and onboard capacitors. When it comes to the intricacies of system integration, feel guided
A Pre-game Coverage of Samtec at DesignCon and The New Era of High-Speed Connectivity
Join us in this episode of our DesignCon pregame series as Judy Warner sits down with Matt Burns and Scott McMorrow from Samtec. As industry pioneers in connectivity, they discuss the approaching DesignCon, unveil groundbreaking technology, and share innovative leaps set to captivate. Scott provides captivating insights on their recent integrations with ANSYS HFSS driving the industry forward.
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DesignCon 2024: Behind the Scenes Sneak Peek
This episode features special guest Suzanne Deffree, Group Event Director for DesignCon 2024. Get a look behind the scenes of this premier high-speed communication and systems design conference. Often referred to as the 'Super Bowl of Electronics' Suzanne offers an insider's perspective on what makes it a must-attend industry event.
Discover the exciting array of tracks, keynotes, speakers, and so
Expert Memory Design and Implementation
In this episode, Hermann Ruckerbauer discusses the challenges and sticking points in memory design. He highlights the importance of not blindly following design guides and reference designs, as they may not be suitable for specific design constraints. Hermann also emphasizes the need for thorough verification and testing of memory interfaces, including functional corner case tests and measurement-
Product Design Process | Navigating the Electronics Engineer’s Journey with Ben Dannan & Heesoo Lee
From concept to creation, this video is your guide to mastering the product design process. Don't miss out on the wisdom shared by these experts! Join us on a journey through the intricacies of product design with electronics engineers Ben Dannan and Heesoo Lee.
Discover the roadmap, uncover key insights, and gain practical tips as they navigate the challenging terrain of the electronics engineer'
VNA: Insights into Time & Frequency Domains | Jason Ellison (Rohde & Schwarz)
🚀 Explore the high-speed digital frontier in our latest video, "Decoding VNAs and Standards Compliance." Unveil the crucial role of Vector Network Analyzers (VNAs) in meeting IEEE, PCIe, and USB standards. 🌐 Discover how VNAs provide dual insights into frequency and time domain signals, giving engineers a comprehensive view. 🔍 Get a sneak peek into our DesignCon papers, seamlessly weaving in stand
The Father of IBIS Shares his SI Cheat Sheet
Signal Integrity Expert and founder of SI Guys, Don Telian, is our guest in this episode. We discuss his illustrious career which includes his time at Intel, where he became The Father of IBIS. Don has made a very popular SI Cheat Sheet for hardware engineers. He shares some practical guidelines from this cheat sheet and other principles he's articulated in his book, Signal Integrity in Practice.
”Chips Don’t Float!” Updates on Strengthening the US PCB Supply Chain
After the worldwide chip shortages during the pandemic, the US government has been investing in re-shoring chip foundries around the country. However, as PCBAA says "Chips Don't Float!" In this episode, David Schild, Executive Director of PCBAA shares exciting updates on presidential and congressional support for securing the PCB fabrication and materials supply chain. This means unleashing innova
Accurate 3D EM Analysis With a Click of Button | Know How ? Expert - Yuriy Shlepnev (Simberian Inc.)
Accurate 3D EM Analysis With a Click of Button | Know How ? Expert - Yuriy Shlepnev (Simberian Inc.)
02:00 Intro: Yuriy’s background and brief overview of Simberian and Simbeor
04:30 What is Simbeor? What problems does it solve? Who is it for?
12:00 What is new in the latest release?
14:50 What kind of feedback have you received on the latest release?
23:29 Accurate 3D EM analysis (that corre
Circuit Architecture to Schmatic in 60 Seconds
🔌 Welcome to our latest video featuring an in-depth conversation with Tomide Adesanmi, the co-founder of Circuit Mind! Join us as we dive into the world of circuit design and the groundbreaking solutions that Circuit Mind is bringing to the table.
🛠️ In this interview, we'll explore the challenges that circuit designers face, including the problem of spending too much time in data silos and not en
PCB Design for Manufacturing (DFM) & Handoff Mistakes to Avoid | Laura Martin, PCB DfM Expert
In this episode, EE and former Lockheed Martin PCB expert join us to discuss why the hand-off between design engineers and their fabricators has become so challenging and problematic. She explains how, in her new role at Summit Interconnect, she is developing a team and a program dedicated to helping support, educate, and empower engineers. She also offers ways to improve your knowledge and skills
Satellites, 5G, Open RAN, PCI6, Chat GPT and Beyond: Samtec’s Expert on High-Speed Tech! - Matt Burns
Samtec's Global Head of Technical Marketing, Matt Burns, joins us to discuss the rapidly emerging new era of high-speed technology. He covers what's happening in 224Gps, AI, satellites, 5G, Open RAN, PCI6, and much more. He shares his observations of how Samtec is "integrating to innovate" with partners from all aspects of the ecosystem. He also discusses how engineers can continue to keep their f
Ben Dannan: What is enough VDDQ Package PI Analysis for DDR4/5
Ben Dannan of Signal Edge Solutions and Principal Engineer at a Tier One Defense Contractor discusses a presentation he'll be giving at EDI Con Online next week. His talk is entitled: What is Enough VDDQ Package PI Analysis for DDR4/5. His talk will cover an actual use case he and his colleague encountered and will share techniques on how to "sanity check" vendor IP models to ensure accurate simul
Signal Integrity | Impedence Modeling | AI in EDA Tools | Expert - Bert Simonowich
Bert Simonovich shares insights related to hidden factors he's discovered in regard to inaccurate impedance models. He's discovered hidden effects that are a result of anisotropic effects in copper-clad laminates, that can result in signal integrity problems. Bert will be giving two upcoming presentations including EDI COM which takes place next week. He will be giving a deeper and more expanded v
EMI and EMC Testing | Simulation | Standards | Expert Insights - Juliano Mologni
Passing EMC can be extremely challenging and expensive. Particularly when you fail and have to go through a mystifying debug that feels like a game of whack-a-mole. Juliano Mologni, EMI/EMC expert and product manager at Ansys, discusses things engineers should consider and how simulation will help you go into that "Chamber of Secrets" confident and with passing results every time!
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EDI CON 2023: Conference Preview
The Electronic Design Innovation Conference, or EDI CON will be held every Wednesday in October. It's free, it's fully online and is full of excellent technical sessions for engineers. Pat Hindle, Media Director at Signal Integrity Journal joins me this week to share a sneak peek on the Four technical tracks, the sessions, speakers and all you can expect for the conference.
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Power Integrity Everywhere: From Space to TikTok
In this video, we will discuss the basics of power integrity in applications ranging from Space to TikTok. We will cover the following topics:
The need for power integrity is universal in today's electronic applications. Leading experts Steve Sandler and Heidi Barnes share their insights from space and data center applications to PCB design and how to stay ahead in the ever-changing technology la
The Signal Integrity Workflow Evolution
Keysight Learning and The EEcosystem Podcast present Professor Dr. Eric Bogatin, Signal Integrity Expert, and Dr. Tim Wang-Lee, Signal Integrity Application Scientist in the first of a special edition podcast series. In this episode, we discuss issues related to the signal integrity design workflow and ways to ensure efficiency and success. We also explore ways that EDA tools can improve the desig
Next-Gen Software-Defined PCB Design for Hardware Designers
Duncan Haldane, CEO and Co-Founder of Silicon Valley startup, JITX discusses his vision for increasing success and productivity for hardware engineers through automated software-defined PCB Design. Early release successes are promising indicators that JITX is positioned to usher in a new and exciting era for design engineers.
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PCB Industry Visits Capitol Hill and the Impact to Engineers
Wonder if you had the ability to have your PCBs manufactured in the US that were abundant, reliable and the pricing was competitive with offshore suppliers? This is what my guest, David Schild of PCBAA was recently advocating for on Capitol Hill along with PCB Industry executive members. Learn about the significant gains made in this annual event and what the implications will be for engineers lik
Understanding and Mitigating Board Level Skew
High-Speed Technical expert and luminary, Lee Ritchey is our guest today to discuss what engineers need to know to understand differential pair signal skew caused by the PCB fiber weave effect. Ritchey will discuss things you need to know in order to master and mitigate them in your designs. We also talk about things the industry is doing to solve the problem long term.
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Onsite Insights IMS 2023: RF Test & Measurement for ”Every Bench”
Siglent's Chris Armstrong gives updates on Siglent's latest products, particularly their latest VNAs and handheld portable scope that makes higher performance test and measurement equipment available at a competitive price point.
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Onsite Insights IMS 2023: Jim Alexander, Samtec
Higher Frequency interconnects are driving Samtec to continually develop high-frequency products with smaller footprints. Jim talks about what they are highlighting at this year's International Microwave Symposium.
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