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The EEcosystem PodcastPCB Design Unrest: How Siemens is Filling the Mid-Tier EDA GapThe PCB design world is buzzing with frustration: skyrocketing costs, forced cloud migrations, and a widening gap between free tools like KiCad and heavy enterprise suites like Xpedition, Allegro, and Altium Designer. In this frank and non-nonsense conversation, Siemens' David Haboud explains how the company is stepping up with right-sized mid-tier solutions built on the proven Xpedition technology stack that allows for scalability, affordability, and gives designers real choice as individuals and SMB teams.
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2025-12-0936 minThe EEcosystem PodcastCan your Phone Call Space? From 5GTN to 6GNTN and the Digital Twin RevolutionCan your cell phone really connect straight to satellites? In this episode, Judy Warner and Keysight’s Murthy Upmaka explore 5G’s promises vs. reality, how non-terrestrial networks (NTN) are changing the game, and why digital twins + AI will unlock the future of 6G for engineers like you.
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2025-09-2359 minThe EEcosystem PodcastAI, Power Integrity and, the Future of EngineeringIn this episode of The EEcosystem Podcast, Judy Warner catches up with legendary power integrity expert Steve Sandler, founder of Picotest, fresh off a European tour of PCIM and the IEEE SPI conference. They dive deep into the unprecedented pace of AI-driven innovation, its impact on power systems and thermal management, and how engineers can stay ahead of the curve in a rapidly changing landscape.
Steve shares practical advice for engineers—young and seasoned—on building intuition, finding mentorship, and navigating the expanding gap between academia and industry. Plus, hear his take on the role of AI...
2025-06-1043 minThe EEcosystem PodcastWhy Glass Core is the Next Leap in High-Speed DesignIn this episode of The EEcosystem Podcast, Judy Warner sits down with Steve Hillerich, Product Manager at Samtec, to explore the breakthrough potential of Glass Core Technology (GCT). Discover how Samtec is redefining high-speed interconnects, miniaturization, and system integration by controlling every aspect of glass substrate development—from TGV drilling to RDL patterning.
Plus, get a sneak peek at Samtec’s upcoming demos at IMS and their exciting work on a Process Design Kit (PDK) for custom glass board designs.
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2025-06-0331 minThe EEcosystem Podcast100th Episode Special: Launching Transmission Lines 101 and a New Masterclass Series with Eric BogatinIn this special 100th episode, Judy Warner welcomes Dr. Eric Bogatin to celebrate and share an exciting announcement: the launch of Transmission Lines 101, the first course in The EEcosystem Electronics Masterclass series. Thanks to sponsors Rohde & Schwarz and Polar Instruments, this foundational course is offered FREE to engineers worldwide. Tune in to learn more about the Masterclass vision, what the course offers, and what’s ahead for The EEcosystem community.
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2025-04-2923 minThe EEcosystem PodcastAI Innovation in PCB Design and ManufacturingSean Patterson, CTO of Summit Interconnect, joins Judy Warner to explore how AI is transforming PCB manufacturing and design engineering. They discuss industry challenges, workforce adaptation, and how AI can drive collaboration and innovation. Sean also introduces CrossGen.ai, his new online community designed to help engineers and tech professionals navigate the future of AI-driven work.
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2025-04-2941 minThe EEcosystem PodcastAI Innovation in PCB Design and ManufacturingSean Patterson, CTO of Summit Interconnect, joins Judy Warner to explore how AI is transforming PCB manufacturing and design engineering. They discuss industry challenges, workforce adaptation, and how AI can drive collaboration and innovation. Sean also introduces CrossGen.ai, his new online community designed to help engineers and tech professionals navigate the future of AI-driven work.
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2025-04-2242 minThe EEcosystem PodcastHigh-Speed Interconnects: Copper or Fiber?In this conversation, Judy Warner and Matt Burns dive into the real-world challenges engineers face as data rates push past 224 Gbps and AI strains data center infrastructure. They break down the copper vs. fiber tradeoffs, why optical solutions are becoming critical for longer distances, and how midboard optics offer better flexibility than front panel options. Matt also covers how PCIe and CXL are evolving to support AI workloads and why modular system designs are key to future-proofing networks. Whether you're designing high-speed interconnects or just trying to keep up with industry shifts, this episode unpacks the trends shaping the...
2025-03-1824 minThe EEcosystem PodcastSignal Integrity in PracticeIn this conversation, Judy Warner and Donald Telian discuss the upcoming Signal Integrity and Practice class that will be held in Silicon Valley in May 2025. They highlight the class’s unique aspects, the evolution of signal integrity from Gen 1 to Gen 2, and the importance of hands-on learning for engineers. They share feedback from previous classes, emphasizing the value of practical knowledge combined with hands-on learning and post-class “office hours.”
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2025-03-1117 minThe EEcosystem PodcastUSA PCB Supply Chain Updates from Capitol HillHardware engineers depend heavily on a secure and resilient US supply chain to support product innovation and protect mission-critical technologies domestically. In this episode, David Schild, Executive Director of the Printed Circuit Board Association of America, joins us to share what’s currently happening in the industry and on Capitol Hill to ensure Congress understands the critical need for a more robust US microelectronics supply chain, at the PCB, packaging, and materials level.
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2025-02-2621 minThe EEcosystem PodcastTechnological Innovation of InterconnectsListen to this conversation with Judy Warner and Eric Bogatin as he shares insights ahead of DesignCon 2025, exploring advancements in interconnects, solutions to power distribution and thermal management challenges, and opportunities for engineers to grow. Don’t miss this engaging discussion, packed with resources and strategies to help you grow and thrive as a professional engineer!
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2025-01-2821 minThe EEcosystem PodcastAI Design Innovation Trends and IndustryTrajectory in 2025In this conversation, Judy Warner and Roberto Piacentini Filho discuss the latest technology trends, particularly AI, and its impact on design engineering. Roberto shares insights on how Keysight empowers innovation at the chip and systems level for emerging AI and data center technologies. He also discusses the challenges of scaling up AI and the importance of virtual prototyping. They also highlight the demonstrations and educational sessions at DesignCon, emphasizing the need for effective tools and collaboration in the design process.
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2025-01-2424 minThe EEcosystem PodcastPDN and Power Integrity Master Class at DesignCon 2025Judy Warner chats with Steven M. Sandler, Heidi, and Benjamin Dannan about what’s ahead at DesignCon 2025. They dive into tackling 2000-amp power systems, solving power and signal integrity challenges, and why collaboration drives innovation. Plus, hear about Ben’s new venture, Signal Edge Solutions, and the systems-based strategies reshaping hardware engineering. Don’t miss this must-listen for forward-thinking engineers!
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2025-01-2343 minThe EEcosystem PodcastDesignCon 2025 PreviewIn this second installment of our special DesignCon pregame podcast series, Judy Warner and Suzanne Deffree, Group Event Director of Informa, discuss the upcoming DesignCon 2025, celebrating its 30th anniversary. They explore the event's significance, who should attend, the educational opportunities available, and the various events planned. Suzanne shares insights into the keynote speakers and the importance of networking within the engineering community, emphasizing the value to both established and emerging professionals coming together at the conference.
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2025-01-2213 minThe EEcosystem PodcastAI Hardware Systems: Unprecedented Innovation & Disruption DesignCon 2025Welcome to episode one of our DesignCon 2025 Pre-Game Tailgate Party Series! Today’s guest is Matthew Burns of Samtec. We discuss the upcoming DesignCon 2025 and the emerging technologies and trends that will be featured at the show–mostly focused on the rapid technological advancements driven by AI and the current challenges and opportunities engineers will face this year.
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2025-01-2134 minThe EEcosystem PodcastAI-Enabled Data Analytics for Semi and Systems WorkflowIn this special edition of The EEcosystem Podcast Onsite Insights, Judy Warner is on location at EMD Electronics in San Diego. She is joined by Krishna Arangode of Kaisen Analytix and Venky Sundaram of 3D System Scaling LLC. Together they discuss ways that the Semiconductor industry is exploring ways to leverage modern AI-driven data analytics to increase productivity and value for both hardware engineers and the entire design and development ecosystem.
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2025-01-1029 minThe EEcosystem PodcastPost Election Update: PCB Industry and Supply ChainIn this conversation, David Schild, the executive director of the Printed Circuit Board Association America (PCBAA) gives a post-election update on the organization’s continuing efforts to expand congressional to support and strengthen the US PCB supply chain. He discusses the critical implications for both professional engineers and the electronics industry. Additionally, he discusses upcoming opportunities with a new incoming 119th Congress in 2025, including early efforts to secure a 25% tax credit for companies purchasing PCBs in the US.
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2024-12-1819 minThe EEcosystem PodcastThe State of the US PCB IndustryIn this conversation, Shane Whiteside, President and CEO of Summit Interconnect, discusses the current state of the PCB industry, the challenges it faces, and the opportunities for growth. He emphasizes the importance of a resilient supply chain, especially in light of recent geopolitical tensions and the lessons learned from COVID-19. Shane also highlights the role of design engineers in ensuring the reliability of PCBs and the advocacy efforts of the Printed Circuit Board Association of America (PCBAA) to secure tax credits and support for the industry.
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2024-12-1721 minThe EEcosystem PodcastMastering Supply Chain Risk with AI-Driven Data IntelligenceIn this conversation, Phillip Gulley, Co-founder of CoFactor, discusses how engineers can benefit from Cofactr’s enhanced supply chain risk management and traceability through AI and data-driven solutions. He highlights the importance of cross-functional visibility, compliance, and proactive management in critical aerospace, defense, and medical technology industries.
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2024-12-1333 minThe EEcosystem PodcastAI and NLP Powered Part Sourcing: Made by EEs for EE’sIn this episode, Collin Stoner, co-owner of Zenode.ai, shares how his frustration with tedious component searches led to an AI-powered tool for engineers. After designing over 250 PCBs, he and his co-founder created Zenode.ai to streamline workflows and save time, while retaining engineering judgment and intuition in their designs. Built by engineers for engineers, this tool uses AI and NLP to eliminate repetitive tasks and boost productivity. Don’t miss this game-changing innovation that is FREE for design engineers!
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2024-12-1025 minThe EEcosystem PodcastThe AI Shift: Redefining RF, HSD, and Data Center DesignIn this conversation, Richard Duvall and Roberto Piacentini Filho from Keysight EDA discuss the transformative impact of AI and machine learning on design engineering. They explore the implications and integration of AI-assisted tools in workflows, the implications for 5G and 6G design, the importance of AI infrastructure, and the power integrity challenges in data centers.
Keysight EDA 2025 launch event is on December 3, 2024, and will feature a closer look into the subjects discussed in this podcast. See the link below to learn more and register.
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2024-12-0230 minThe EEcosystem PodcastNew AI-Enabled Era of Part Sourcing at ScaleIn this conversation, Breadboard CEO Zachary Feuerstein discusses the innovative AI-enabled supply chain platform designed to streamline the procurement process for engineers and manufacturers. He highlights the challenges faced in the electronic supply chain and the solutions offered by integrating AI and LLMs to structure data, creating unique features that set Breadboard apart from competitors. The discussion also addresses industry skepticism regarding automation in engineering and presents quantifiable time and cost savings achieved through the platform.
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2024-11-2625 minThe EEcosystem PodcastAI-Assisted Schematics: From Thoughts to Circuits in MinutesIn this conversation, Antonio Becerra Esteban of CELUS discusses the integration of AI in hardware design workflows, focusing on how the CELUS design platform is freeing up hours for design engineers. We talk honestly about the challenges and opportunities AI presents for designers, particularly for component search and schematic design. The CELUS free tool and platform integrate with Altium, Eagle, and KiCAD. It will soon announce integration with another leading CAD tool!
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2024-11-2228 minThe EEcosystem PodcastYour Ideal AI-Powered Workflow for Hardware EngineersValentina Ratner, co-founder of AllSpice.io, talks about their game-changing platform for hardware engineers. She discusses how it streamlines design reviews, version control, and team collaboration, all powered by AI. Valentina explains how their "GitHub for hardware" tool boosts productivity, reduces errors, and allows engineers to focus on innovation. Perfect for teams ready to modernize their workflow using their existing tech stack. Join
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2024-11-1233 minThe EEcosystem PodcastAccelerating Your Design Cycle with Innovative DfA PracticesThis week on The EEcosystem, David Lane brings 30 years of design engineering and PCB assembly expertise to the table. He dives into the critical differences between prototypes and NPI, sharing tips to get it right early in development. Plus, discover how to harness the power best-in-class DfA and collaborating with your assembly partner early in your design process. Don’t miss this blend of experience and innovation!
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2024-11-0622 minThe EEcosystem PodcastBridging the Gap of HSD and RF PCB MaterialsIn this conversation, Judy Warner and Alex Ippich of Isola discuss the evolving landscape of high-speed digital (HSD) and RF engineering, emphasizing the importance of proactive communication and collaboration early in the design. They explore the challenges posed by the convergence of these fields, the role of digital tools in facilitating collaboration, and innovations in laminate materials that enhance design flexibility.
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2024-10-2428 minThe EEcosystem PodcastInnovation and Trends in ADC Sensor TechnologyThe explosion of automotive and industrial sensors is driving the demand for new cutting-edge ADC sensor technology. This week Kyle Stone of Texas Instruments discusses how this proliferation of sensor technologies has driven TI to innovate and create both on-chip and discrete ADC sensor solutions and what's available for engineers to meet these growing challenges.
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The Old and the NewGoogle and SynthID: Actual UsesHI EVERYONE I'M SO SORRY FOR THE IMPROMPTU HIATUS AND THUS DELAYED PART 2! Next episode is out this Sunday (I promise!!!)This episode is part two of our duology on Google DeepMind and SynthID. If you haven’t yet, I suggest you listen to part 1 before listening to this episode.
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The Old and the NewGoogle and SynthID: What is it?A couple weeks ago, Google’s DeepMind announced the introduction of their new watermarking method to SynthID, whose toolkit can identify AI-generated content and can embed digital watermarks on AI-generated content, such as images, audio, text, or video. These watermarks are imperceptible to humans but can be detected by the device.
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The Old and the NewHittite Rituals: Meanings of Blood PART 2 Briefly touching on the life of Bronze Age Anatolians
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The Old and the NewHittite Rituals: Meanings of Blood PART 1Briefly touching on the life of Bronze Age Anatolians
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The Old and the NewOPINION: MWCThe MWC (Mobile World Congress) occurs every year in Barcelona. It is one of the biggest trade shows of the year, and as the name suggests, specializes in mobile devices.
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The Old and the NewWe Love Copper – Chalcolithic AgeToday we're going to talk about the Copper Age, also known as the Chalcolithic Age.
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The Old and the NewNVIDIA, In Less Than 3 MinutesA couple days ago NVIDIA’s market cap briefly reached the 2 trillion dollar mark. While I have mentioned NVIDIA in this podcast before during our episode about Meta, IBM, and the AI Alliance, I believe it’s time to dedicate an entire episode to the self-described “World Leader in Artificial Intelligence Computing”. This is everything you need to know about NVIDIA in less than three minutes.
2024-02-2602 min
The Old and the NewOpenAI’s Sora: SafetyThis is the second part of a 2-part series on Sora. Both parts have been released at the same time. Today I will be talking about Sora, OpenAI’s text-to-video generator.
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The Old and the NewOpenAI’s Sora: CapabilitiesThis is the first part of a 2-part series on Sora. Both parts have been released at the same time. Today I will be talking about Sora, OpenAI’s text-to-video generator.
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The Old and the NewData Poisoning and Generative AIAt the tail end of 2023, data poisoning became a major topic of discussion within the generative AI community. Today on The Old and the New, I will explore the image-generating AI and data poisoning world.
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The Old and the NewSo... What is Apple Vision Pro?While Apple never officially confirmed that it was working on a headset, there have been rumors about it for the better part of a decade. Finally, the Apple Vision Pro is here.
2024-01-1902 minThe EEcosystem PodcastExpert Memory Design and ImplementationIn this episode, Hermann Ruckerbauer discusses the challenges and sticking points in memory design. He highlights the importance of not blindly following design guides and reference designs, as they may not be suitable for specific design constraints. Hermann also emphasizes the need for thorough verification and testing of memory interfaces, including functional corner case tests and measurement-based single integrity verification. He provides recommendations for engineers, such as conducting a bus priority study and understanding controller functionality. Hermann also mentions his upcoming tutorial at DesignCon on the latest measurement techniques for next-generation memory systems.
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The Old and the NewWhat was it like to be a woman in ancient SpartaWhat was it like to be a woman in ancient Sparta
2024-01-0714 minThe EEcosystem PodcastProduct Design Process | Navigating the Electronics Engineer’s Journey with Ben Dannan & Heesoo LeeFrom concept to creation, this video is your guide to mastering the product design process. Don't miss out on the wisdom shared by these experts! Join us on a journey through the intricacies of product design with electronics engineers Ben Dannan and Heesoo Lee.
Discover the roadmap, uncover key insights, and gain practical tips as they navigate the challenging terrain of the electronics engineer's journey.
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2024-01-0332 min
The Old and the NewThe New York Times v. OpenAI and MicrosoftThe New York Times announced today (Wednesday) that it is suing OpenAI and Microsoft over copyright infringement. This lawsuit, filed in Federal District Court in Manhattan, is the first of its kind and could have some major implications that could affect the use of published work in the training of AI technologies.
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The Old and the NewIntroduction to Lives of Women in Classical AntiquityIntroduction to Lives of Women in Classical Antiquity
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The Old and the NewSHORT: Google and GeminiToday on The Old and the New, I will be talking about Google's Gemini.
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The Old and the NewMeta, IBM, and the AI AllianceLast Tuesday, Meta and IBM launched an AI Alliance in order to promote “open innovation and open science” AI development. The Alliance’s members notably include Dell Technologies, Sony, AMD, Intel, Oracle, CERN, NASA, Cornell University, Dartmouth, Hugging Face, Imperial College London, the National Science Foundation, and others. Its members notably do not include Microsoft, Google, or OpenAI. Which raises the question: just how impactful will this new alliance really be?
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The Old and the NewÖtzi the Iceman- Mummy of the Glacier PART 2What was the 5000 year old mummy like?
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The Old and the NewÖtzi the Iceman- Mummy of the Glacier PART 1What was the 5000 year old mummy like?
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The Old and the NewAmazon’s Entry Into the Car BusinessOn Thursday, Amazon, along with its new partner Hyundai, announced that the company will start selling cars in its US store in the latter half of next year.
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The Old and the NewGoogle and GraphCast: Extreme Weather Conditions and Future UsesThis topic will be split into two parts for your listening convenience in order to keep each episode less than two minutes long. Both episodes covering Google and GraphCast will be published at the same time. This is part 2.Yesterday, on the 14th of November, Google’s DeepMind published a peer-reviewed study in the journal Science introducing their GraphCast technology.
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The Old and the NewGoogle and GraphCast: Weather PredictionsThis topic will be split into two parts for your listening convenience in order to keep each episode less than two minutes long. Both episodes covering Google and GraphCast will be published at the same time. This is part 1.Yesterday, on the 14th of November, Google’s DeepMind published a peer-reviewed study in the journal Science introducing their GraphCast technology.
2023-11-1502 minThe EEcosystem PodcastCircuit Architecture to Schmatic in 60 Seconds🔌 Welcome to our latest video featuring an in-depth conversation with Tomide Adesanmi, the co-founder of Circuit Mind! Join us as we dive into the world of circuit design and the groundbreaking solutions that Circuit Mind is bringing to the table.
🛠️ In this interview, we'll explore the challenges that circuit designers face, including the problem of spending too much time in data silos and not enough time on innovation. Tomide Adesanmi will elaborate on these issues and provide insights into the real-world struggles engineers encounter.
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The Old and the NewLINGO-1 and WayveWayve, a UK-based self-driving technology company, recently launched its AI model for self-driving: LINGO-1.
2023-10-2701 minThe EEcosystem PodcastPCB Design for Manufacturing (DFM) & Handoff Mistakes to Avoid | Laura Martin, PCB DfM ExpertIn this episode, EE and former Lockheed Martin PCB expert join us to discuss why the hand-off between design engineers and their fabricators has become so challenging and problematic. She explains how, in her new role at Summit Interconnect, she is developing a team and a program dedicated to helping support, educate, and empower engineers. She also offers ways to improve your knowledge and skills in DfM best practices.
0:50 Intro background 5:10 Your role and interests at Summit
10:36 How has the PCB Design hand-off changed with greater complexity
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2023-10-1818 min
The Old and the NewCiceroThis Wednesday's episode will focus on classical civilizations rather than technology. The episode briefly outlines the rise and fall of the ancient Roman politician and writer Cicero.
2023-10-1113 minThe EEcosystem PodcastSatellites, 5G, Open RAN, PCI6, Chat GPT and Beyond: Samtec’s Expert on High-Speed Tech! - Matt BurnsSamtec's Global Head of Technical Marketing, Matt Burns, joins us to discuss the rapidly emerging new era of high-speed technology. He covers what's happening in 224Gps, AI, satellites, 5G, Open RAN, PCI6, and much more. He shares his observations of how Samtec is "integrating to innovate" with partners from all aspects of the ecosystem. He also discusses how engineers can continue to keep their fingers on the pulse of the industry to keep updating and improving their skill sets.
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The Old and the NewThe US Government and Space JunkTwo days ago, the Federal Communications Commission, or FCC, issued its first-ever fine for leaving orbital debris. Today on The Old and the New, I will be covering the FCC’s space debris fine — and whether or not it's a promising way of combating the problem of space debris.
2023-10-0503 minThe EEcosystem PodcastBen Dannan: What is enough VDDQ Package PI Analysis for DDR4/5Ben Dannan of Signal Edge Solutions and Principal Engineer at a Tier One Defense Contractor discusses a presentation he'll be giving at EDI Con Online next week. His talk is entitled: What is Enough VDDQ Package PI Analysis for DDR4/5. His talk will cover an actual use case he and his colleague encountered and will share techniques on how to "sanity check" vendor IP models to ensure accurate simulation that will result in positive implications across the whole system.
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2023-10-0215 minThe EEcosystem PodcastSignal Integrity | Impedence Modeling | AI in EDA Tools | Expert - Bert SimonowichBert Simonovich shares insights related to hidden factors he's discovered in regard to inaccurate impedance models. He's discovered hidden effects that are a result of anisotropic effects in copper-clad laminates, that can result in signal integrity problems. Bert will be giving two upcoming presentations including EDI COM which takes place next week. He will be giving a deeper and more expanded version of this topic in January at DesignCon 2024.
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2023-09-2827 min
The Old and the NewYouTube and AILast Thursday, YouTube announced new AI-powered tools at their annual Made on YouTube event.
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The Old and the NewA History Through Painting REUPLOADThis is last week's episode, I don't know why it was taken down.
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The Old and the NewHistory Through Painting PART 1Examines the surfaces that paintings were applied to such as canvas and wood.
2023-09-2403 minThe EEcosystem PodcastEMI and EMC Testing | Simulation | Standards | Expert Insights - Juliano MologniPassing EMC can be extremely challenging and expensive. Particularly when you fail and have to go through a mystifying debug that feels like a game of whack-a-mole. Juliano Mologni, EMI/EMC expert and product manager at Ansys, discusses things engineers should consider and how simulation will help you go into that "Chamber of Secrets" confident and with passing results every time!
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2023-09-2028 min
The Old and the NewThe Effects of Anti-Obesity DrugsThis episode is part two of the two-parter focusing on anti-obesity drugs. I suggest listening to part 1 released this Wednesday before listening to this episode. This episode explores the effects of obesity and the effects anti-obesity drugs can have.
2023-09-1702 min
The Old and the NewThe Economic Impact of Anti-Obesity DrugsDue to the limited number of medical treatments available in the past, the market has been left open for anti-obesity drugs, which are becoming increasingly popular. This episode is part one of two episodes focusing on anti-obesity drugs. Part two will be released on Sunday.
2023-09-1402 min
The Old and the NewHEY WEASEL – Symbolism in Renaissance Art In today's episode, we talk about Leonardo Da Vinci's painting, 'Lady with an Ermine'. We pay close attention to the little animal, and discuss its interesting symbolism in this painting. A bit of art history for ya. – Judy
2023-09-1007 minThe EEcosystem PodcastPower Integrity Everywhere: From Space to TikTokIn this video, we will discuss the basics of power integrity in applications ranging from Space to TikTok. We will cover the following topics:
The need for power integrity is universal in today's electronic applications. Leading experts Steve Sandler and Heidi Barnes share their insights from space and data center applications to PCB design and how to stay ahead in the ever-changing technology landscape.
1) What is power integrity?
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2023-09-0627 min
The Old and the NewAI Dubbing for MoviesIn 2022, the combined total global revenue from box office sales and streaming was over 100 billion dollars. A significant part of those sales were from international markets, meaning that the audiences who watched them were most likely watching a dubbed version of it. This creates a demand for AI dubbing which has recently seen many companies trying to do just that.
2023-08-2201 min
The Old and the NewNetflix and Cloud GamingYesterday Mike Verdu, Netflix’s VP of games posted a release in Netflix’s newsroom about the company’s jump into the cloud gaming space. This episode is a follow-up to my recent episode on Netflix’s Game Controller iOS App.
2023-08-1502 min
The Old and the NewNetflix’s Game Controller iOS AppTwo days ago, Netflix released an app that lets you play games on Netflix on your TV using your phone or mobile device.
2023-08-1001 minThe EEcosystem PodcastUnderstanding and Mitigating Board Level SkewHigh-Speed Technical expert and luminary, Lee Ritchey is our guest today to discuss what engineers need to know to understand differential pair signal skew caused by the PCB fiber weave effect. Ritchey will discuss things you need to know in order to master and mitigate them in your designs. We also talk about things the industry is doing to solve the problem long term.
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2023-07-1132 min
The Old and the NewThe ELIZA Effect: ELIZA EffectThis episode is about the ELIZA effect and its broader ramifications on AI and chatbots
2023-07-1104 min
The Old and the NewThe ELIZA Effect: Weizenbaum and ELIZAThis episode is about Weizenbaum and the ELIZA chatbot.
2023-07-0603 minThe EEcosystem PodcastPushing the Limits of High Frequency Interconnect TechnologyAs Frequencies increase in today's demanding applications, the challenges and complexity of effectively managing interconnects grow exponentially. Samtec's David Beraun and Steve McGeary join in this episode to talk about what Samtec is doing to help engineers to push the limits. They also talk about new products they will be introducing and highlighting at IMS 2023 in San Diego
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2023-06-1031 minThe EEcosystem PodcastHow Your PCB Manufacturer Can Drive Your SuccessSean Patterson, COO of Summit Technologies joins us for this episode focusing on PCB technology. As an engineer who has spent a couple of decades focused on technology and PCB Manufacturing operations, he shares what engineers can do to help drive both design and career success. He also shares his insights on the state of PCB fabrication in the United States. He talks about some promising legislation that may help strengthen the supply chain--and how this will directly impact you.
00:00:00 Intro
00:02:07 Sean's unique background and perspective on PCBs
00:03:11 What should engineers u...
2023-05-2737 minThe EEcosystem PodcastSignal Integrity 101: Fundmentals for Professional EngineersIncreasingly, a wide variety of electronic design applications face signal integrity issues. Therefore, engineers need to understand the fundamental principles of SI--not only techniques. SI expert, Scott McMorrow, and HS technical marketing expert, Matt Burns join us this week to talk about the state of SI know-how across the industry and why Samtec is investing heavily to create new resources to teach the needed fundamentals for professional engineers.
00:00:00 - Introduction
00:01:23 - Background Scott McMorrow and Matt Burns
00:04:30 - How are universities and industry working together to create more SI Engineers?
2023-05-1736 minThe EEcosystem PodcastDr. Alex Lidow: The Mind Behind the Power MOSFET and the rise of eGaN©In this episode of The EEcosystem Podcast, our guest is Dr. Alex Lidow, CEO and co-founder of Efficient Power Conversion and the co-inventor of the HEXFET, power MOSFET, and eGaN. Lidow holds degrees from Caltech and Stanford. He earned a Ph.D. in applied physics from Stanford University in 1977 as a Hertz Foundation Fellow. In this episode, we will find out more about Alex and learn about MOSFETs and the rise of GaN. How did MOSFETs grow so quickly? What technologies are driving GaN adoptions and why. We will also discuss the potential obstacles to GaN adoption. This and...
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The Old and the NewWhat We Can Learn From Italy’s Recent ChatGPT BanToday on The Old and the New, I will be covering Italy’s recent ChatGPT ban — and what we can learn from it.
2023-04-0102 min
The Old and the NewA Revolt against Death: The Epic of Gilgamesh PART 2This is part 2 of "A Revolt against Death: The Epic of Gilgamesh". This episode talks about the Epic of Gilgamesh of ancient Mesopotamia, poetry nearly 4000 years old. I will be telling stories, but I’ll also talk about how they explore this longstanding theme: humanity’s fear of and challenge to death.
2023-03-2602 min
The Old and the NewA Revolt against Death: The Epic of Gilgamesh PART 1This is part 1 of "A Revolt against Death: The Epic of Gilgamesh". See next week's episode for part 2. This episode talks about the Epic of Gilgamesh of ancient Mesopotamia, poetry nearly 4000 years old. I will be telling stories, but I’ll also talk about how they explore this longstanding theme: humanity’s fear of and challenge to death.
2023-03-2002 min
2023-03-1300 minThe EEcosystem PodcastCracking the EMC Code: Troubleshooting Tips from the WorkbenchKen Wyatt discusses EMC tips and tricks he's developed over decades to help engineers diagnose and troubleshoot EMC issues right from their workbench. He's published his knowledge in a popular book trilogy we talk about in this episode.
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2023-03-0927 min
The Old and the NewOpinion: The Biggest Impact of Technology to DateToday on The Old and the New, I will be covering technology's impact on agriculture and why I think this is important
2023-03-0704 min
The Old and the NewThe Relationship Between Ancient Egyptian Gods and Their PeopleThis episode is about how the ancient Egyptians believed the gods could interact with them and how they took advantage of this.
2023-02-2503 min
The Old and the NewGoogle and AI: How Google Is Responding to the AI BoomToday on The Old and the New, I will be covering AI and how one of the world’s biggest tech giants just can't seem to keep up with it.
2023-02-1204 minThe EEcosystem PodcastHow to Pass EMC the First Time, Every TimeDan Beeker, Technical Director at NXP, joins the podcast today to discuss how you can learn how to pass EMC with confidence every time. By applying simple principles that he'll be discussing in his sessions at DesignCon, he is able to help tier-one automotive OEM engineering teams avoid countless re-spins and failed attempts at EM compliance.
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Keynote: Altium Live San Diego 2017 Recording and Slides
It's All About the Space: Electromagnetic Fields for Normal Folks
Keynote: Altium Live Munich
Dan Beeker Industry Keynote Altium L...
2023-01-2737 minThe EEcosystem PodcastGame-Changing Modeling and Simulation for your PCB Stack-UpGame-Changing Modeling and Simulation for your PCB Stack-Up
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2023-01-2648 minThe EEcosystem PodcastPaving the Road to 224G: Preview of Samtec’s Enabling Technologies for DesignConMatt Burns, Technical Marketing Manager of Samtec, joins in this episode to discuss the strides they're making with 112G applications and adoption. He also discusses the trajectory and outlook for 224G. Matt also shares a sneak peek of some of the enabling high-speed interconnect solutions Samtec will be revealing at the show.
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2023-01-2540 minThe EEcosystem PodcastVRM Modeling & Simulations for Power Integrity that are Accurate, Simple to do and Blazingly Fast!In this episode, Steve Sandler of Pictotest, Heidi Barnes of Keysight, and Ben Dannan Technical Fellow and founder of Signal Edge Solutions discuss their upcoming presentation at DesignCon that offers a way to model and simulate VRM effectively that is accurate, easy to do, and blazingly fast!
VRM Modeling & Stability Analysis for Power Integrity Engineers
Steve Sandler, Heidi Barnes, Ben Dannan, Christian Yots
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2023-01-2441 minThe EEcosystem PodcastPCBAA: Taking the Fight for a Secure Supply Chain to Washington, DC.The passing of the Chips Act is stimulating heavy federal and private investments to help secure the US domestic semiconductor supply chain in the US. However, what about the rest of the microelectronics stack--namely PCB's? After all, as the founders of the Printed Circuit Board Association of America says: "Chips don't Float." David Schild, Executive Director of PCBAA joins the EEcosystem Podcast this week to discuss how they are advocating for a more broadly secure supply chain and how they're taking their message and the fight straight to the US Capitol.
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2023-01-1032 min