There are times when you would like to control a DC motor using a simple +5 V logic swing signal. The circuit below performs this feat and also includes an automatic motor braking circuit...
Logic controlled 12V DC motor with automatic brake
Toshiba releases high-speed 2:1 multiplexer / 1:2 demultiplexer switches for industrial applications
Toshiba Electronics Europe introduces TDS5B212MX and TDS5C212MX, multiplexer / demultiplexer switches for high-speed differential signals...
Build a practical 400 mA linear Li-ion charger with visible CC-CV behavior
Single-cell lithium-ion chargers are widely used, yet many practical designs rely on highly integrated ICs that conceal their internal operation...
Asahi Kasei Microdevices begins mass production of camera-less modules for detection of falls, vital signs, posture, and position
Asahi Kasei Microdevices began mass production of the AK5816AIM, an Antenna-in-Module millimeter-wave radar module...
Now and then: minicomputers
For some time, minicomputers were a dominant force in computing. But where do they stand now?...
One-input numeric keypad
This is a 12-key numeric keypad for use in a range of microcontroller projects. It has the advantage that you only need one analogue input...
Skyworks introduces Si86Px digital isolators with integrated power for space-constrained industrial designs
New family delivers complete signal and power isolation with industry-leading load regulation and high data rates...
Current converter performs purely on paltry phantom power
Convert a 4-20 mA signal to 0-20 mA and deliver it to a grounded load with no additional power supply needed...
Achieving "zero" current consumption multi-function load switch ICs XC8115/XC8116 series
Torex has developed the XC8115/XC8116 Series, multifunction load switch ICs that achieve 0 µA current consumption...
Optimized power supply measurement setup
Before a circuit designer decides on a particular power supply, he or she will first want to test it carefully...