Category Archives: Electronic Design

Semiconductor Capacitors: Technology, Fabrication, Applications, and Market Trends

21/11/2025, hardwarebee

Semiconductor capacitors have become essential passive components inside modern electronic systems. As frequencies increase, integration density rises, and power integrity margins shrink, traditional MLCC-based solutions are no longer sufficient. On-chip capacitors—MOM, MIM, deep trench—and especially standalone silicon capacitors now form the backbone of RF front-ends, AI accelerators, medical implants, and

Interview with Girija Vedi, Senior Vice President – Marketing and Presales at VVDN Technologies

31/07/2025, hardwarebee

This interview features Girija Vedi, Senior Vice President – Marketing and Presales at VVDN Technologies.
 

 
Tell me a bit about your background? How did you first get started with VVDN Technologies?
 
I’m Girija Vedi, Senior Vice President – Marketing and Presales at VVDN Technologies. I come

CEO Talk: Maarten Kuper, QBayLogic

05/06/2025, hardwarebee

This interview features Maarten Kuper, CEO of QBayLogic.
 

 
Tell me a bit about your background? How did you first get started with QBayLogic?
I grew up in Enschede, in the eastern part of the Netherlands, and ended up studying right there at the University of Twente. I

Low ESR Capacitor: Ultimate Guide

03/06/2025, hardwarebee

A low ESR capacitor is essential for reducing losses and improving efficiency in electronic applications, particularly in power supplies and filters. ESR is a crucial parameter that affects a capacitor’s ability to store and release energy efficiently. Lower ESR values mean better performance, especially in applications requiring high ripple currents

The Ultimate Guide to PWM Controller

03/06/2025, hardwarebee

Pulse width modulation (PWM) is a technique used to encode information onto a carrier wave by modulating the width of pulses. At its core lies the concept of duty cycle, which crucially influences how efficiently power is utilized and distributed. This article delves into the salient features of PWM controllers,

What is a Piezo Driver IC and how to Choose one

15/05/2025, hardwarebee

Piezo Driver ICs are specialized components that amplify and manipulate electrical signals to drive piezoelectric elements. Their significance extends into numerous fields, making them indispensable for achieving precision and efficiency. Understanding their core features, such as voltage, current, and noise specifications, is essential to optimizing performance for different applications.
 
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Introduction to Hall Effect Sensor ICs

15/05/2025, hardwarebee

Imagine a world where sensors can precisely detect position, speed, and current without making contact. This world is made possible by Hall Effect sensor ICs, which have become an integral component in modern electronics. These sensors harness the Hall Effect, a principle discovered by physicist Edwin Hall in 1879, which

The Ultimate Guide to: Oscillator ICs

15/05/2025, hardwarebee

Understanding the various oscillator ICs requires deciphering their construction and purpose. They come in many forms, such as single-chip oscillators, frequency generators, and quartz crystal variants, each serving a specific need. Through exploring the nuances of these forms, we can appreciate how they fit into broader electronic systems, influencing performance

Low Noise Amplifier: Ultimate Guide

28/04/2025, hardwarebee

Understanding Low Noise Amplifiers LNAs involves delving into their various parameters such as gain, noise figure, and impedance matching. These factors are pivotal in designing an efficient LNA, influencing how well the signal is amplified without distortion. Moreover, communication methods and performance evaluations play a vital role in their functionality

QFN Socket

22/04/2025, hardwarebee

In today’s fast-paced electronics industry, miniaturization is the key to innovation, and the Quad Flat No-Lead (QFN) package is at the forefront of this trend. As devices become smaller and more efficient, understanding the intricacies of QFN packages becomes essential for engineers and designers alike. This package technology is favored