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This technical blog article written by Ajay Saini, KYOCERA-AVX Components Corporation, explains connector requirements and solutions for battery contacts for mobile electronics. Introduction When requiring a recharge is an unacceptable constraint for mobile electronics, replaceable battery packs are the only practical...

This technical blog article written by Oliver Zimmermann and John McCarry, KYOCERA-AVX Components Corporation, explains the functional properties of MLCC ceramic capacitors as an alternative overvoltage and ESD protection. Introduction – Traditional Electrostatic Read the original post ESD Protection by MLCC Ceramic...

Vishay releases new screw-terminal aluminum electrolytic capacitors featuring high CV values in smaller case sizes than previous-generation solutions, while providing increased ripple current and lower ESR. Available in 11 case Read the original post Vishay Downsizes its Screw Terminal...

The flying capacitor topology is a multilevel topology, that is an interesting choice especially for (but not limited to) the booster stage of a solar inverter. TDK technical note compares benefits Read the original post Film vs Ceramic CeraLink® Capacitors...

In this webinar, Würth Elektronik discuss polypropylene metallized film DC-link capacitor applications, its characteristics and comparison to aluminum capacitor solution. DC-Link capacitors are placed between a DC Source (Battery or Read the original post DC-Link Capacitor, Specification and Application...

This second part of Würth Elektronik PCB webinar on RIGID.flex technology is intended as an introduction to the production of rigid-flex PCBs and covers constructions with internal flex layers. This video continues WE series and “PCB Production: RIGID.flex”. The...

prof. Sam Ben-Yaakov in his video shows practical example of inductors, magnetic circuits modelling and simulation using LTSpice. The video presents an example How to develop a SPICE compatible reluctance Read the original post Magnetic Circuits LTSpice Modelling on...

Knowles Precision Devices Blog article opens up discussion whether COTS components are ready for space use. After decades of viewing MIL-SPECs as the gold standard for qualifying and screening parts Read the original post To Be COTS for Space...

Snap ferrites have helped establish Würth Elektronik’s renown as an EMC specialist. Now the manufacturer is launching another line of retrofittable interference suppression solutions with AEC-Q200 qualification, as required for Read the original post Würth Elektronik EMI Suppression Snap...

TDK blog article discusses use of power inductors in the electrification of cars including ADAS and EVs. The automobile has been undergoing a substantial transformation in recent years. With the Read the original post Power Inductors in Automotive Applications...