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Downward Sloping Trace

The Amp Hour · 31 Mar 2019 · 1h 07m · Episode 436

What this episode covers

Dave Jones and Chris Gammell discuss the 'design deja vu' of independently creating nearly identical 1996 logic analyzer projects using Lattice Semiconductor CPLDs, and the technical nuances of timing vs. state analysis. They then detail the thermal design challenges of Jones's 'Micro Supply' project, explaining the decision to use a custom die-cast heat sink and plastic enclosure to achieve high volumetric efficiency. The conversation concludes with a critique of KiCad's via placement workflow and a recommendation for the book 'The Practicing Mind'.

Most relevant to

early-stage companies

Topics

Mentioned

Companies
Keysight, Rigol
Products
Micro Supply, DP832
Chips
Lattice Semiconductor, ISP 1016
Tools
KiCad
Also
Elector Electronics, Electronics Australia

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