Licky's Column
Designing Power MOSFET Circuits
Understanding MOSFET Gate Capacitance
Understanding that the gate of a MOSFET acts as a capacitor is crucial in understanding how to design MOSFET...
HC-SR04 Ultrasonic Distance Sensor with Arduino
The HC-SR04 Ultrasonic Distance Sensor
The HC-SR04 Ultrasonic Distance Sensor is an inexpensive device that is very useful for robotics and test eq...
Arduino Projects for Kids: 7 Arduino Uno Ideas for Beginners
Arduino projects for kids are a fun, engaging way to get involved in the world of electronics. Arduino Uno is a popular open-source development boa...
Low-Power IC Design: Techniques and Best Practices
Low-power IC (integrated circuit) design is a crucial aspect of modern electronics, as it allows for longer battery life and lower energy consump...
8 Circuit Design Tips
1. Use a block diagram.
This may seem to be an obvious tip but is often ignored by overconfident people who think that they have it all figured out...
Chips VS. Semiconductors VS. Integrated Circuits
What is the relationship between chips, semiconductors and integrated circuits?
There is a close relationship between chips, semiconducto...
Differential Crosstalk in High-Speed PCB Design
How Differential Pairs Create and Receive Crosstalk
One of the great myths about differential pairs is that they emit no noise and therefore do not...
17 Cool Arduino Project Ideas for DIY Enthusiasts
1. LED Controller
2. Hot Glue LED Matrix Lamp
3. Arduino Mega Chess
4. Enough Already: Mute My TV
5. Robot Arm with Controller
6. Make Musical Inst...