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Image of Use MEMS Oscillators for Precise Timing in High-Performance Networks Use MEMS Oscillators for Precise Timing in High-Performance Networks Publish Date: 2026-10-21

Learn how MEMS-based oscillators support the extremely tight timing and stability demands of datacenters, network infrastructure, and advanced communications.

Image of Quickly Implement USB-C Panel Power Using a Prewired Snap-In Module Quickly Implement USB-C Panel Power Using a Prewired Snap-In Module

Learn how a compact, AC-line-powered module provides a snap-in integrated USB-C charging receptacle to simplify designs.

Image of Selecting Components for Fast-Transient, Wide-Range Current Sensing in AI Datacenters Selecting Components for Fast-Transient, Wide-Range Current Sensing in AI Datacenters Publish Date: 2026-09-29

Careful selection of components is essential when implementing current sensing in AI datacenters with rapidly changing training and inference workloads.

Image of Use Ceramic Bandpass Filters to Solve GHz-Range Design Challenges Use Ceramic Bandpass Filters to Solve GHz-Range Design Challenges

Learn how off-the-shelf ceramic bandpass filters can meet the performance, stability, and size requirements of GHz designs.

Image of Use MEMS-based TCXOs for Precise and Stable Timing in Harsh Environments Use MEMS-based TCXOs for Precise and Stable Timing in Harsh Environments Publish Date: 2026-08-27

Use MEMS for stable, precise timing in a compact form factor for harsh environments.

Image of Use Matched Components to Minimize “Make versus Buy” Compromises in DC/DC Converter Designs Use Matched Components to Minimize “Make versus Buy” Compromises in DC/DC Converter Designs

Use matched DC/DC components to develop optimized solutions that benefit from both discrete (make) and modular (buy) design approaches.

Image of Use High-Performance Clock Buffers to Preserve Clock-Tree Timing Integrity Use High-Performance Clock Buffers to Preserve Clock-Tree Timing Integrity Publish Date: 2026-07-23

Use high-speed clock buffers to replicate system timing signals while maintaining their integrity and fidelity.

Image of Use MultiVolt Automotive Crystal Oscillators for Stable Timing Under Variable Supply Conditions Use MultiVolt Automotive Crystal Oscillators for Stable Timing Under Variable Supply Conditions

Designers have a ready source of automotive-qualified oscillators to meet the rising demand for compact, high-performance devices in today’s cars.

Image of Use LTCC Technology for High-Performance, Compact, and Stable RF Bandpass Filters Use LTCC Technology for High-Performance, Compact, and Stable RF Bandpass Filters Publish Date: 2026-05-21

Learn how filters based on LTCC technology help designers meet the performance, size, and reliability requirements of gigahertz RF applications.

Image of Use Miniature, High-Performance GNSS Antennas to Minimize Design Compromises Use Miniature, High-Performance GNSS Antennas to Minimize Design Compromises

Designers can select from a wide range of miniature, high-performance GNSS antennas to minimize receiver design compromises.

Image of Simple, They’re Not: Datacenter Power Supplies Rely on Advanced High-Current Inductors Simple, They’re Not: Datacenter Power Supplies Rely on Advanced High-Current Inductors

Use low-loss inductors with advanced materials in a compact form factor to meet the high-power requirements of datacenters.

Image of Latching SSRs Simplify Thermostat, HVAC, Security, and Alarm-Panel Contact Switching Designs Latching SSRs Simplify Thermostat, HVAC, Security, and Alarm-Panel Contact Switching Designs Publish Date: 2026-04-28

Versatile solid-state relays can switch and latch low-power signals in thermostats, HVAC systems, fire-alarm panels, security systems, and building automation.

Image of Select the Right Connectors to Meet Stringent Mil/Aero Electrical and Mechanical Requirements Select the Right Connectors to Meet Stringent Mil/Aero Electrical and Mechanical Requirements Publish Date: 2026-04-01

Connectors for aerospace and defense integrate sophisticated materials, contact and body design, fabrication, and evaluation to meet mandated objectives.

Image of Why We Need New Op Amps Despite Already Having So Many Good Ones Why We Need New Op Amps Despite Already Having So Many Good Ones

Older op amps offer designers confidence, while new ones offer vendors the potential for long-term bill-of-materials winners.

Image of Use Evaluation Boards to Speed Motor Driver Development and Optimize Results Use Evaluation Boards to Speed Motor Driver Development and Optimize Results Publish Date: 2026-03-04

Evaluation boards and software enable designers to establish and characterize the performance of advanced motion control ICs under realistic load conditions.

Image of Use Space-Saving DIN Rail AC/DC Supplies and E-Fuse to Reliably Deliver Industrial DC Power Use Space-Saving DIN Rail AC/DC Supplies and E-Fuse to Reliably Deliver Industrial DC Power Publish Date: 2026-03-03

Learn how slim DIN rail power supplies, supported by a four-channel e-fuse, can be used to ensure successful industrial power installations.

Image of Use Board-Mount Converters to Meet Isolated and Non-Isolated AC/DC and DC/DC Power Requirements Use Board-Mount Converters to Meet Isolated and Non-Isolated AC/DC and DC/DC Power Requirements

A modern power distribution arrangement often requires a combination of isolated and non-isolated AC/DC and DC/DC power converters.

Image of Power Inductors: Get Higher Performance from New Materials and Fabrication Techniques Power Inductors: Get Higher Performance from New Materials and Fabrication Techniques Publish Date: 2026-01-13

Learn how advanced magnetic materials and packaging yield small, high-value, low-resistance, high-performance SMT inductors for power converters.

Image of Use Optimized Amplifiers for Reliable and Accurate Automotive Current Sensing Use Optimized Amplifiers for Reliable and Accurate Automotive Current Sensing Publish Date: 2026-01-08

How to use an amplifier capable of handling high common-mode voltages to implement high-side current-sensing in automobile circuits.

Image of Use Rugged Wide-Input-Range DC/DC Converters for Railroad Applications Use Rugged Wide-Input-Range DC/DC Converters for Railroad Applications Publish Date: 2026-01-02

Learn how wide-input DC/DC converters for railways can be used in harsh environments while meeting regulatory requirements.