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Creating a Custom PCB Arduino Shield

Learn to design and manufacture custom Arduino shields using Fritzing software, enhancing project reliability and robustness while avoiding common breadboard issues.

• YouTube
• 22 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Robert Feranec

When a Signal Hits the End of a PCB Track - What Happens? - Reflections by Eric Bogatin

Explore signal reflections in PCB tracks with Eric Bogatin. Learn about electrically short vs. long tracks, simulation techniques, and strategies to eliminate reflections for improved signal integrity.

• YouTube
• 43 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Robert Feranec

How to Design and Simulate PCB Antenna

Learn to design and simulate PCB antennas for WiFi or Bluetooth using MATLAB Antenna toolbox. Covers creation, simulation, optimization, and exporting of inverted F coplanar antennas.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 38 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Robert Feranec

How to Measure DDR4 Memories

Comprehensive guide to measuring DDR4 memory signals, including probing techniques, oscilloscope analysis, and compliance testing. Covers signal identification, read/write cycles, and result interpretation.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 24 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Robert Feranec

Must Know This to Understand High Speed PCB Layout Simulation - S-Parameters Explained, Eric Bogatin

Comprehensive explanation of S-Parameters in high-speed PCB layout simulation, covering their creation, usage, and interpretation for effective board design and analysis.

• YouTube
• 36 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Robert Feranec

Things on Your Boards Causing Problems During Manufacturing - Amit Bahl

Explore common PCB design issues and solutions with expert Amit Bahl. Learn about tombstones, component rotation, footprints, board edges, solder masks, exposed pads, and thermal relief.

• YouTube
• 49 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Robert Feranec

Do You Need Thick Copper Layers in PCB for High Currents? Are You Sure? - Steve Sandler

Explore high-current PCB design with Steve Sandler. Learn about inductance challenges, ASIC decoupling, stability, and testing techniques. Gain insights on VRMs, GaN technology, and current-carrying capacity in PCBs.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 39 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Robert Feranec

How to Build Your Own Box for a PCB Board Using Free Fusion 360 Software - Step by Step Tutorial

Step-by-step guide to designing and 3D printing a custom enclosure for PCB boards using Fusion 360, demonstrated with a Raspberry Pi example. Covers modeling, adjustments, and exporting for printing.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 1 minute
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Robert Feranec

What Every PCB Designer Needs to Know About PCB Track Impedance - TDR - Eric Bogatin

Comprehensive guide to PCB track impedance and Time-Domain Reflectometry (TDR). Covers key concepts, practical applications, and expert insights for effective PCB design and signal integrity analysis.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 28 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Robert Feranec

Many EMC Tips to Help You Design Better PCB Boards

Expert insights on EMC design for PCBs, covering simulations, component placement, shielding, filtering, and board layout techniques to improve electromagnetic compatibility in hardware engineering.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 52 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Robert Feranec

How to Design Boards and Electronics for Space

Comprehensive guide to designing electronics for space missions, covering component selection, testing procedures, and unique challenges of the space environment.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 27 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Robert Feranec

Small Things Damaging Your High Speed Signals

Explore high-speed signal integrity challenges in PCB design, including via stubs, backdrilling, fiber weave effects, skew, conductor roughness, and signal loss. Gain insights to optimize your designs for better performance.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 13 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Robert Feranec

How to Write Software and Program Your Board - Step by Step

Step-by-step guide for writing software and programming a microcontroller board using MPLAB. Covers installation, project setup, code configuration, implementing PWM and I2C, debugging, and interrupts.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 28 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Robert Feranec

Steps to Do After You Receive Your Boards From Production - Some Soldering Tips

Learn essential post-production steps for PCB boards, including visual inspection, component soldering, and electrical testing. Gain practical tips for handling and verifying your custom-designed microcontroller board.

• YouTube
• 42 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Robert Feranec

PCB Layout - Useful Calculations Which You Maybe Didn’t Know About

Explore essential PCB design calculations using Saturn PCB Toolkit. Learn about conductor properties, impedance, thermal management, and more to enhance your board design skills.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 27 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video