EDN

ESD protection design for discrete semiconductors

Electrostatic discharge (ESD) is caused by the discharge of an excess or deficiency of electrons on one surface with respect to another surface or to ground. When a static charge is present on an ...
Semiconductor Engineering

Ensuring ESD Protection Verification With Industry-Standard Checks

Electronic design automation (EDA) verification of electrostatic discharge (ESD) protection is a complex task. Different integrated circuit (IC) design companies use different ESD protection ...
EDN

Analog Output Circuit Protection

This application note tackles on how to protect analog output circuits and why they should be protected. As one of the necessary components in the system’s performance, analog output circuits should ...
Electronic Design

Consider Circuit Protection In Your Next LCD Design

A variety of circuit protection devices can be used to help protect LCD screens from damage caused by excessive current or voltage transients. Overcurrent protection may take the form of a fuse or a ...
Electronic Design

Prioritize Circuit Protection for USB Type-C Interfaces

This file type includes high-resolution graphics and schematics when applicable. The USB Type-C connector specification and the related USB 3.1 and USB Power Delivery (USB PD) specifications promise ...