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Keysight Technologies to Showcase Test Solutions for Automotive Electronic Systems, IoT Systems and Consumer Devices at embedded world 2020
February 10, 2020 | Keysight Technologies, Inc.Estimated reading time: 1 minute
At embedded world 2020, attendees can experience Keysight's range of revolutionary products and services which are helping innovators develop new products. Keysight's unique expertise in digital technologies, as well as in radio frequency (RF) and microwave, help designers deliver their embedded design products to market quickly.
At Stand #4-208, Keysight will showcase test solutions that accelerate time-to-market of automotive electronic systems, IoT systems and consumer devices, including:
Memory Design, Signal and Power Integrity—New PathWave ADS Software
- Predicts performance, optimizes designs and performs virtual transmitter compliance test before realizing the first hardware prototype.
- Reduces simulation setup time from hours to minutes with new features such as Double Data Rate (DDR) components, smart wires and an intelligent memory probe.
- Increases simulation accuracy for DDR5 by representing receiver equalization with IBIS Algorithmic Modeling Interface (IBIS-AMI) models, enhanced specifically for DDR requirements.
Mission-Critical IoT Test Solutions
- Deliver insights to detect design weaknesses through event-based power consumption analysis and battery life estimation.
Affordable, Feature-Rich Oscilloscopes
- Deliver hardware and software needed for embedded and other applications—offering power and ease-of-use, as well as a consistent interface across the range of solutions.
RF and Microwave Test Solutions
- Include signal analyzers and signal generators equipped with the latest software to remain in sync with changing wireless technology while meeting compliance standards.
- Characterize complex modulation schemes required by newer standards.
Power Integrity and Crosstalk Removal Oscilloscopes
- Provide cutting edge hardware and a broad suite of software that work together to deliver unmatched measurement capability.
- Offer a comprehensive set of probing, analysis applications and measurements for advanced technologies.
Power Consumption and Current Drain Analysis Solutions
- Deliver powerful analysis of devices, from small low-current battery-operated devices to larger 2 kW devices running on up to 200A.
- Address dynamic current analysis and provides instant and clear visualization of current consumption during operation.
Keysight Services
- KeysightCare—a unique service model that offers design and test engineers dedicated, proactive support for instruments, software and solutions that enhance processes and transform test asset insights into improved return on investment.
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Bending Circuits, Breaking Expectations: Meet the Round 1 Winners of the Bright Manufacturing Student Challenge 2025
08/20/2025 | Tara Dunn, SMTAThe Bright Manufacturing Student Challenge brings together student teams to design and develop innovative solutions for real-world electronics manufacturing problems. The eight-week competition, sponsored by the Electronics Manufacturing & Assembly Collaborative (EMAC) through electronicsworkforce.com, allows students to showcase their technical skills, creativity, and problem-solving abilities. The Rise and Grind Crew were winners of the first round in the competition, and students Kevin Vo, Alexander (Alex) Wan, and Ethan Chung sat down with SMTA’s Tara Dunn to talk about the value of teamwork, AI integration in PCB design, and the satisfaction of seeing their hard work come to life.
University Of Minnesota Team Claims Victory In Bright Manufacturing Challenge 2025 Round 1
08/19/2025 | EMACThe Electronics Manufacturing & Assembly Collaborative (EMAC) recently announced that Team "Rise and Grind Crew" from the University of Minnesota has emerged victorious in Round 1 of the Bright Manufacturing Challenge 2025.
Flexible Circuit Technologies to Host Free Flex Heater Webinar
08/18/2025 | Flexible Circuit TechnologiesGlobal Supplier of flexible circuits, flex design services, and assembly/box-build services, Flexible Circuit Technology will host their latest webinar, "Thermal Precision Meets Flexibility: The Technology Behind Heater Circuits" on Tuesday, August 26th, 2025 at 11 AM EDT.
Global PCB Connections: Understanding the General Fabrication Process—A Designer’s Hidden Advantage
08/14/2025 | Markus Voeltz -- Column: Global PCB ConnectionsDesigners don’t need to become fabricators, but understanding the basics of PCB fabrication can save you time, money, and frustration. The more you understand what’s happening on the shop floor, the better you’ll be able to prevent downstream issues. As you move into more advanced designs like HDI, flex circuits, stacked vias, and embedded components, this foundational knowledge becomes even more critical. Remember: the fabricator is your partner.
The Art and Science of PCB Floor Planning: A Comprehensive Guide
08/14/2025 | Cory Grunwald and Jeff Reinhold, Monsoon SolutionsPCB design is an intricate and crucial part of developing electronic products. One of the foundational stages of PCB design is floor planning, a phase where the placement of components and the flow of signals are meticulously mapped out. A good floor plan ensures that the PCB performs well, is easy to manufacture, and meets all mechanical and electrical requirements. We’ll explore the essential aspects of floor planning, from its objectives and process to the challenges that designers face.