What Do Data Acquisition Specifications Actually Mean? I got my first taste of data acquisition working in a student lab at NASA Glenn Research Center. I was working on a …
Why Does FPGA Form Factor Matter? For electronics, the conventional definition of form factor is the size, shape, and physical features or specifications of electronic hardware components. Hence, every item …
Step-by-Step Guide to Building an Arch Linux-Based Project This paper will provide a step-by-step guide to build from ground up a Genesys ZU development board-based hardware and software project that …
Editor’s Note – In this series, we will take a behind the scenes look at how an engineer tackles a project from beginning to end. What challenges will come up? …
Editor’s Note – In this series, we will take a behind the scenes look at how an engineer tackles a project from beginning to end. What challenges will come up? …
Creating an Eye Diagram An eye diagram, common in telecommunications, is a way of plotting the rising and falling edges of a digital signal in the same plot, creating an …
Editor’s Note – In this series, we will take a behind the scenes look at how an engineer tackles a project from beginning to end. What challenges will come up? …
The ongoing digital transformation process across all industrial sectors involves doing away with conventional processes and embracing interconnectivity, digitalization, and streamlined data management. Although conventional digital signal processors (DSPs) continue …
Signal processing has come a long way from the days when early computers used processors consisting of bit-slice chips. Now, in the 21st century, the widespread use of integrated circuits …
What is Zynq? When it comes to electronics, developers can take several different approaches to accomplish their goals. Two approaches that developers must carefully consider to construct a computer or …
How to Measure an Accelerometer Using a Raspberry Pi-Mounted DAQ IEPE (Integrated Electronics Piezo-Electric) sensors are used to measure acceleration, pressure, or force. These types of piezoelectric sensors contain built-in …
Editor’s Note – In this series, we will take a behind the scenes look at how an engineer tackles a project from beginning to end. What challenges will come up? …
Choosing the best data logger for your specific requirements can feel overwhelming. With so many types available, it’s important to focus on the features that matter most for your work—whether …
Introduction The classic electronics bench often brings to mind a large, heavy oscilloscope with a dedicated screen and complex front panel. While these instruments remain powerful, a new generation of …
Introduction Oscilloscopes are designed to measure voltage over time, but understanding current is just as important for analyzing circuit behaviour, especially in power systems, motor control, and embedded applications. Measuring …
Introduction An oscilloscope is an essential tool for visualizing electronic signals, and one of its most valuable functions is measuring frequency—the number of times a signal repeats per second. This …
