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Welcome to The EEcosystem Podcast, a podcast for Electrical Engineers who design and develop advanced technology applications. Each week we feature conversations with experts and subject matter experts that will help you navigate your design across all disciplines and stakeholders through a systems-based perspective. Subjects discussed are packaging, components, supply chain, materials, PCB design, fab, assembly, SI/PI/EMI, RF/MW/mmWave, embedded systems, test and measurement, and more. For more information, please visit our website for more technical resources and to join our online engineering community: https://theeecosytem.com.

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United States

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Welcome to The EEcosystem Podcast, a podcast for Electrical Engineers who design and develop advanced technology applications. Each week we feature conversations with experts and subject matter experts that will help you navigate your design across all disciplines and stakeholders through a systems-based perspective. Subjects discussed are packaging, components, supply chain, materials, PCB design, fab, assembly, SI/PI/EMI, RF/MW/mmWave, embedded systems, test and measurement, and more. For more information, please visit our website for more technical resources and to join our online engineering community: https://theeecosytem.com.

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@JudyMWarner

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English


Episodes
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Navigating the PCB Mfg. Landscape Heading Into PCB West 2025

9/30/2025
In this conversation, Judy Warner and David Schild discuss the latest developments in the Printed Circuit Board (PCB) industry, focusing on the importance of a robust domestic supply chain, membership growth in the PCBAA, and efforts to support manufacturing here in the States. They highlight the significance of recent engagements with the decision maker on the Hill and the need for collaboration across the industry to ensure a secure and reliable supply chain for microelectronics. PCBAA Website David Schild on LinkedIn

Duration:00:15:44

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Can your Phone Call Space? From 5GTN to 6GNTN and the Digital Twin Revolution

9/23/2025
Can 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. 🔗Free Keysight Bootcamp: Design with 5G NTN System Simulation and Emulation Bootcamp https://www.keysight.com/us/en/learn/bootcamp/135003.html 🔗Free Solution Brief PDF: How to simulate a 5G NTN RF link and transmission channel https://www.keysight.com/us/en/assets/7123-1089/solution-briefs/How-to-Simulate-a-5G-NTN-RF-Link-and-Transmission-Channel.pdf Show Sponsor Links: 🤝Join The EEcosystem Community for more free engineering Masterclasses from Eric Bogatin, resources, and member-only benefits at https://theeecosystem.com 👨🏽‍💻For free Technical Resources and to Learn more about Keysight Pathwave EDA Software Solutions, visit the homepage now. https://www.keysight.com/us/en/products/software/pathwave-design-software.html 💻 Visit Cofactr for AI-Powered real-time part data Intelligence and supply chain connected workflow and logistics. https://www.cofactr.com/ 🔗For all of your high-speed and RF connectors visit the Samtec website and access excellent engineering resources while you are there. https://www.samtec.com/ ⛰️Visit Summit Interconnect for all your complex PCB manufacturing needs. https://summitinterconnect.com/ 🌎 Visit Isola Group global for High performance laminates and prepreg materials for PCB manufacturing, as well as new IC packaging interposer https://www.isola-group.com/ 💽 For high complexity EDA solutions visit SIEMENS EDA Website https://eda.sw.siemens.com/en-US/ 💡For SI/PI/EMI News and Technical Resources and to register for a free subscription visit the Signal Integrity Journal today. https://www.signalintegrityjournal.com/ 📡 For Custom RF and MW PCBs visit the Transline Technology Website to learn more. Visit https://translinetech.com/ 🔌 Picotest specializes in high-fidelity testing and measurement tools, primarily for power-related applications. Visit their website for more product information and excellent training materials from expert Steve Sandler https://www.picotestonline.com/

Duration:00:59:14

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First Principles, SpaceX Lessons, and the Future of PCB Design with AI

9/16/2025
What happens when a SpaceX engineer takes on one of the toughest problems in electronics? In this episode, Quilter CEO Sergiy Nesterenko shares how first-principles thinking and lessons from his time at SpaceX led him to tackle the decades-old bottleneck in PCB design: manual layout. From his triple major at Berkeley to building avionics for Falcon 9, Sergiy brings unique insights into why auto-routers failed, how reinforcement learning changes the game, and what the future of PCB design with AI might look like. 🔗 Learn more: Quilter.ai 🔗 Connect with Sergiy on LinkedIn

Duration:00:54:59

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Strengthening U.S. Electronics: Supply Chains, Workforce & Innovation with David Schild

9/9/2025
In this episode of The EEcosystem Podcast, Judy Warner speaks with David Schild, Executive Director of the PCBAA, about the state of U.S. electronics manufacturing and what it means for engineers. Topics include: How supply chain resilience impacts product design New initiatives to support U.S.-based manufacturing Addressing workforce shortages in engineering Why engineers should engage with industry groups If you’re an engineer in the U.S., this conversation is packed with insights on where the industry is heading , and how you can be part of shaping it. 🔗 Access free EEcosystem Masterclasses: https://www.theeecosystem.com For educational and industry awareness purposes only. Not political or campaign-related.

Duration:00:17:36

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Siemens and Microchip Partner to Unleash New Design Workflow

8/25/2025
In this exclusive interview recorded at Microchip MASTERs 2025 in Scottsdale, AZ, Judy Warner sits down with Roger Richey (Chief Architect, Microchip) and Matt Bromley (VP, Siemens EDA) to discuss the powerful new partnership between Microchip and Siemens. Together, they explore how Siemens’s new PartQuest Design Enablement platform is transforming the engineer’s journey, from component discovery to design integration, leveraging AI and powerful data intelligence. Learn More about Part Quest Design Enablement

Duration:00:20:21

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NEW High-Speed Digital Design Masterclass with Eric Bogatin

8/21/2025
Join Judy Warner, founder of The EEcosystem, and Professor Eric Bogatin, world-renowned signal integrity expert, as they introduce this graduate-level, 30+ hour course designed to sharpen your engineering intuition and skills in high-speed digital design. This comprehensive, online masterclass is completely free to engineers worldwide, thanks to the support of our industry sponsors. You’ll get structured, bite-sized lessons covering signal integrity, power integrity, timing, stackups, vias, PDN, and measurement—practical knowledge you can apply immediately. 🚀 Advance your career. Build better designs. Become a better engineer. 👉 Register now: https://www.theeecosystem.com/hsdd-masterclass

Duration:00:12:40

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AI, Power Integrity and, the Future of Engineering

6/10/2025
In 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 in design tools, the limitations of SPICE, and why old-school wisdom is more important than ever. 🔧 Whether you’re struggling with thermal design, scaling innovation, or just trying to keep up with the AI wave, this conversation is packed with insights you won’t want to miss. 🤝Join The EEcosystem Community for more free engineering resources and member-only benefits at https://theeecosystem.com Episode Links: 📌 Featured Guest Steve Sandler – Founder and Managing Director of PicoTest Connect with Steve: LinkedIn 📚 Resources & Mentions PicoTest Online Measurement Class Signal Integrity Journal Sponsor Links: 📘 Join The EEcosystem Community and receive a free 90-day subscription to all of Eric Bogatin's training at The Signal Integrity Academy. Also enjoy more technical downloads and community member-only benefits. 👨🏽‍💻For free Technical Resources and to Learn more about Keysight Pathwave EDA Software Solutions visit the homepage now. 💻 Visit Cofactr for AI-Powered real-time part data Intelligence and supply-chain connected workflow and logistics. 🔗For all of your high-speed and RF connectors visit the Samtec website and access excellent engineering resources while you are there. ⛰️Visit Summit Interconnect for all your complex PCB manufacturing needs. 🌎 Visit Isola Group global for High performance laminates and prepreg materials for PCB manufacturing, as well as new IC packaging interposer 💽 For high complexity EDA solutions visit SIEMENS EDA Website 💡For a free subscription Signal Integrity Journal and articles about SI/PI/EMI, news and technical resources follow the link above. 📡 For Custom RF and MW PCBs visit the Transline Technology Website to learn more. 🔌 Picotest specializes in high-fidelity testing and measurement tools, primarily for power-related applications. Visit their website for more product information and excellent training materials from expert Steve Sandler

Duration:00:43:07

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Why Glass Core is the Next Leap in High-Speed Design

6/3/2025
In 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. 🤝Join The EEcosystem Community for more free engineering Masterclasses from Eric Bogatin, resources, and member-only benefits at https://theeecosystem.com 🔗 Show Links https://Samtec.com/GCT www.samtec.com/IMS 📍 Visit Samtec at IMS Booth #1453 in San Francisco 🤝Join The EEcosystem Community for more free engineering resources and member-only benefits at https://theeecosystem.com 📘 Join The EEcosystem Community and receive a free 90-day subscription to all of Eric Bogatin's training at The Signal Integrity Academy. Also enjoy more technical downloads and community member-only benefits. 👨🏽‍💻For free Technical Resources and to Learn more about Keysight Pathwave EDA Software Solutions visit the homepage now. 💻 Visit Cofactr for AI-Powered real-time part data Intelligence and supply-chain connected workflow and logistics. 🔗For all of your high-speed and RF connectors visit the Samtec website and access excellent engineering resources while you are there. ⛰️Visit Summit Interconnect for all your complex PCB manufacturing needs. 🌎 Visit Isola Group global for High performance laminates and prepreg materials for PCB manufacturing, as well as new IC packaging interposer 💽 For high complexity EDA solutions visit SIEMENS EDA Website 💡For a free subscription Signal Integrity Journal and articles about SI/PI/EMI, news and technical resources follow the link above. 📡 For Custom RF and MW PCBs visit the Transline Technology Website to learn more. 🔌 Picotest specializes in high-fidelity testing and measurement tools, primarily for power-related applications. Visit their website for more product information and excellent training materials from expert Steve Sandler

Duration:00:31:59

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Evolved Engineering: Eli Hughes on the New Era of Embedded Development

5/13/2025
In this conversation, Eli Hughes discusses his journey as a “full-stack hardware engineer” and his work with NXP as a technical content creator. He discusses how he’s leveraged the NXP FRDM (Freedom) development platform and the importance of hands-on learning in engineering education. He emphasizes the accessibility of modern development tools and their impact on both students and professionals in the field. The conversation also covers various applications and use cases for FRDM and other open-source tools. 👇 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and hit the bell for more engineering conversations that educate, equip, and inspire! 🤝Join The EEcosystem Community for more free engineering resources and member-only benefits at https://theeecosystem.com Episode Links: FRDM Development board and designs https://www.nxp.com/design/design-center/development-boards-and-designs/frdm-development-boards:FRDM?cid=ad_pro25006_tac2183350 Application Code Hub https://mcuxpresso.nxp.com/appcodehub Expansion Board Hub https://mcuxpresso.nxp.com/eb-hub Sponsor Links: 📘 Join The EEcosystem Community and receive a free 90-day subscription to all of Eric Bogatin's training at The Signal Integrity Academy. Also enjoy more technical downloads and community member-only benefits. 👨🏽‍💻For free Technical Resources and to Learn more about Keysight Pathwave EDA Software Solutions visit the homepage now. 💻 Visit Cofactr for AI-Powered real-time part data Intelligence and supply-chain connected workflow and logistics. 🔗For all of your high-speed and RF connectors visit the Samtec website and access excellent engineering resources while you are there. ⛰️Visit Summit Interconnect for all your complex PCB manufacturing needs. 🌎 Visit Isola Group global for High performance laminates and prepreg materials for PCB manufacturing, as well as new IC packaging interposer 💽 For high complexity EDA solutions visit SIEMENS EDA Website 💡For a free subscription Signal Integrity Journal and articles about SI/PI/EMI, news and technical resources follow the link above. 📡 For Custom RF and MW PCBs visit the Transline Technology Website to learn more. 🔌 Picotest specializes in high-fidelity testing and measurement tools, primarily for power-related applications. Visit their website for more product information and excellent training materials from expert Steve Sandler

Duration:00:33:30

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100th Episode Special: Launching Transmission Lines 101 and a New Masterclass Series with Eric Bogatin

4/29/2025
In 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. 🤝Join The EEcosystem Community for more free engineering resources and member-only benefits at https://theeecosystem.com Episode Links: Register Now for FREE Electronics Masterclass: Transmission Lines 101 with Prof Eric Bogatin https://www.theeecosystem.com/master-classes Join the EEcosystem for a FREE 90-day subscription to the Signal Integrity Academy. 200+ hours of online Eric Bogatin training! https://theeecosystem.com Get your FREE Subscription to Signal Integrity Journal (Technical Editor, Eric Bogatin) https://www.signalintegrityjournal.com/ Eric Bogatin’s book Signal and Power Integrity - Simplified https://tinyurl.com/36rfwyec Eric Bogatin Books from Artech House https://us.artechhouse.com/cw_Search.aspx?k=Eric+Bogatin Sponsor Links: 📘 Join The EEcosystem Community and receive a free 90-day subscription to all of Eric Bogatin's training at The Signal Integrity Academy. Also enjoy more technical downloads and community member-only benefits. 👨🏽‍💻For free Technical Resources and to Learn more about Keysight Pathwave EDA Software Solutions visit the homepage now. 💻 Visit Cofactr for AI-Powered real-time part data Intelligence and supply-chain connected workflow and logistics. 🔗For all of your high-speed and RF connectors visit the Samtec website and access excellent engineering resources while you are there. ⛰️Visit Summit Interconnect for all your complex PCB manufacturing needs. 🌎 Visit Isola Group global for High performance laminates and prepreg materials for PCB manufacturing, as well as new IC packaging interposer 💽 For high complexity EDA solutions visit SIEMENS EDA Website 💡For a free subscription Signal Integrity Journal and articles about SI/PI/EMI, news and technical resources follow the link above. 📡 For Custom RF and MW PCBs visit the Transline Technology Website to learn more. 🔌 Picotest specializes in high-fidelity testing and measurement tools, primarily for power-related applications. Visit their website for more product information and excellent training materials from expert Steve Sandler

Duration:00:23:43

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AI Innovation in PCB Design and Manufacturing

4/28/2025
Sean 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. 🤝Join The EEcosystem Community for more free engineering resources and member-only benefits at https://theeecosystem.com Episode Links: Summit Website https://summitinterconnect.com/ CrosGen AI Community https://www.crossgen-ai.com/ Sponsor Links: 📘 Join The EEcosystem Community and receive a free 90-day subscription to all of Eric Bogatin's training at The Signal Integrity Academy. Also enjoy more technical downloads and community member-only benefits. 👨🏽‍💻For free Technical Resources and to Learn more about Keysight Pathwave EDA Software Solutions visit the homepage now. 💻 Visit Cofactr for AI-Powered real-time part data Intelligence and supply-chain connected workflow and logistics. 🔗For all of your high-speed and RF connectors visit the Samtec website and access excellent engineering resources while you are there. ⛰️Visit Summit Interconnect for all your complex PCB manufacturing needs. 🌎 Visit Isola Group global for High performance laminates and prepreg materials for PCB manufacturing, as well as new IC packaging interposer 💽 For high complexity EDA solutions visit SIEMENS EDA Website 💡For a free subscription Signal Integrity Journal and articles about SI/PI/EMI, news and technical resources follow the link above. 📡 For Custom RF and MW PCBs visit the Transline Technology Website to learn more. 🔌 Picotest specializes in high-fidelity testing and measurement tools, primarily for power-related applications. Visit their website for more product information and excellent training materials from expert Steve Sandler

Duration:00:41:36

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Engineering Workflow at the Speed of Innovation

4/15/2025
In this fast-paced episode, we explore how engineering teams can keep up with the breakneck speed of innovation driven by an explosion of new technologies that leverage digital twins, and virtual prototyping. Roberto Piacentini Filho of Keysight shares insights on the evolving role of design engineers in an era where innovation is faster—and cheaper than ever before. If you're navigating workflow choices, tool overload, or seeking clarity on data integration—from electrical to EMI—this episode offers actionable guidance to help you thrive in the next 3–5 years of rapid tech evolution. 🤝Join The EEcosystem Community for more free engineering resources and member-only benefits at https://theeecosystem.com Episode Links: https://www.keysight.com/us/en/home.html https://www.keysight.com/us/en/learn.html Sponsor Links: 📘 Join The EEcosystem Community and receive a free 90-day subscription to all of Eric Bogatin's training at The Signal Integrity Academy. Also enjoy more technical downloads and community member-only benefits. 👨🏽‍💻For free Technical Resources and to Learn more about Keysight Pathwave EDA Software Solutions visit the homepage now. 💻 Visit Cofactr for AI-Powered real-time part data Intelligence and supply-chain connected workflow and logistics. 🔗For all of your high-speed and RF connectors visit the Samtec website and access excellent engineering resources while you are there. ⛰️Visit Summit Interconnect for all your complex PCB manufacturing needs. 🌎 Visit Isola Group global for High performance laminates and prepreg materials for PCB manufacturing, as well as new IC packaging interposer 💽 For high complexity EDA solutions visit SIEMENS EDA Website 💡For a free subscription Signal Integrity Journal and articles about SI/PI/EMI, news and technical resources follow the link above. 📡 For Custom RF and MW PCBs visit the Transline Technology Website to learn more. 🔌 Picotest specializes in high-fidelity testing and measurement tools, primarily for power-related applications. Visit their website for more product information and excellent training materials from expert Steve Sandler

Duration:00:32:54

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Tariffs, Turbulence & Tactics: How to Ensure Supply Chain Resilience

4/1/2025
In this episode, Cofactr CEO, Matthew Haber, unpacks the growing challenges engineers face in today’s volatile electronics supply chain. From rising tariffs and unpredictable trade policies to the critical need for tracking Country of Origin (COO), engineers are now key players in managing risk and cost. We explore how “tariff stacking” can drive up component costs overnight—and how Cofactr’s platform helps hardware teams make faster, smarter sourcing decisions. If you’re designing electronics and want to avoid BOM disruptions, compliance issues, and costly surprises, this is a must-listen! Episode Links: Navigating the New Global Trade Landscape Learn More about Cofactr Sponsor Links: 🤝Join The EEcosystem Community for more free engineering resources and member-only benefits at https://theeecosystem.com 📘 Join The EEcosystem Community and receive a free 90-day subscription to all of Eric Bogatin's training at The Signal Integrity Academy. Also enjoy more technical downloads and community member-only benefits. 👨🏽‍💻For free Technical Resources and to Learn more about Keysight Pathwave EDA Software Solutions visit the homepage now. 💻 Visit Cofactr for AI-Powered real-time part data Intelligence and supply-chain connected workflow and logistics. 🔗For all of your high-speed and RF connectors visit the Samtec website and access excellent engineering resources while you are there. ⛰️Visit Summit Interconnect for all your complex PCB manufacturing needs. 🌎 Visit Isola Group global for High performance laminates and prepreg materials for PCB manufacturing, as well as new IC packaging interposer 💽 For high complexity EDA solutions visit SIEMENS EDA Website 💡For a free subscription Signal Integrity Journal and articles about SI/PI/EMI, news and technical resources follow the link above. 📡 For Custom RF and MW PCBs visit the Transline Technology Website to learn more. 🔌 Picotest specializes in high-fidelity testing and measurement tools, primarily for power-related applications. Visit their website for more product information and excellent training materials from expert Steve Sandler

Duration:00:32:58

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Optical vs Copper Interconnects

3/18/2025
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 future of high-speed connectivity. 🤝Join The EEcosystem Community for more free engineering resources and member-only benefits at https://theeecosystem.com Episode Links: Samtec at OFC https://blog.samtec.com/post/samtec-at-ofc-2025/ Samtec Technical Library https://blog.samtec.com/post/samtec-at-ofc-2025/ Sponsor Links: 📘 Join The EEcosystem Community and receive a free 90-day subscription to all of Eric Bogatin's training at The Signal Integrity Academy. Also enjoy more technical downloads and community member-only benefits. 👨🏽‍💻For free Technical Resources and to Learn more about Keysight Pathwave EDA Software Solutions visit the homepage now. 💻 Visit Cofactr for AI-Powered real-time part data Intelligence and supply-chain connected workflow and logistics. 🔗For all of your high-speed and RF connectors visit the Samtec website and access excellent engineering resources while you are there. ⛰️Visit Summit Interconnect for all your complex PCB manufacturing needs. 🌎 Visit Isola Group global for High performance laminates and prepreg materials for PCB manufacturing, as well as new IC packaging interposer 💽 For high complexity EDA solutions visit SIEMENS EDA Website 💡For a free subscription Signal Integrity Journal and articles about SI/PI/EMI, news and technical resources follow the link above. 📡 For Custom RF and MW PCBs visit the Transline Technology Website to learn more. 🔌 Picotest specializes in high-fidelity testing and measurement tools, primarily for power-related applications. Visit their website for more product information and excellent training materials from expert Steve Sandler

Duration:00:24:03

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Signal Integrity in Practice

3/11/2025
In 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.” Episode Links: Register for Telian’s class on the SI Guys Training Page. Join the EEcosystem Community today to be entered to win a copy of Don’s book Signal Integrity in Practice!! Only US winners qualify, due to shipping costs. The three winners will be announced on Mar 20, 2025 via social media and email. Use the special EEcosystem promo code EEearly for $150.00 between now and March 31, 2025 Sponsor Links: 📘 Visit The EEcosystem Website receive a free 90-day subscription to all of Eric Bogatin's training at The Signal Integrity Academy and more technical downloads and community member benefits. 👨🏽‍💻For free Technical Resources and to Learn more about Keysight Pathwave EDA Software Solutions visit the homepage now. 💻 Visit Cofactr for AI-Powered real-time part data Intelligence and supply chain connected workflow and logistics. 🔗For all of your high-speed and RF connectors visit the Samtec website and access excellent engineering resources while you are there. ⛰️Visit Summit Interconnect for all your complex PCB manufacturing needs. 🌎 Visit Isola Group global for High performance laminates and prepreg materials for PCB manufacturing, as well as new IC packaging interposer 💽 For high complexity EDA solutions visit SIEMENS EDA Website 💡For a free subscription Signal Integrity Journal and articles about SI/PI/EMI, news and technical resources follow the link above. 📰 Subscribe to Analog io a grass-roots weekly Newsletter written by hardware engineers, for hardware engineers! 📡 For Custom RF and MW PCBs visit the Transline Technology Website to learn more. 🔌 Picotest specializes in high fidelity testing and measurement tools, primarily for power-related applications. Visit their website for more product information and excellent training materials from expert Steve Sandler

Duration:00:17:34

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From Drone Racing to Disrupting the Military UAV Industry

3/5/2025
In this conversation, Olaf Hichwa, co-founder of Neros Technologies, discusses the company's mission to mass-produce defense drones and the journey that led him from drone racing to the defense industry. He emphasizes the importance of vertical integration in manufacturing, the challenges and opportunities faced by the company, and the future prospects of the drone industry. The discussion highlights Neros' innovative approach to creating unmanned systems that could change the very nature of modern warfare. 🤝Join The EEcosystem Community for more free engineering resources and member-only benefits at https://theeecosystem.com 📘 Visit The EEcosystem Website receive a free 90-day subscription to all of Eric Bogatin's training at The Signal Integrity Academy and more technical downloads and community member benefits. 👨🏽‍💻For free Technical Resources and to Learn more about Keysight Pathwave EDA Software Solutions visit the homepage now. 💻 Visit Cofactr for AI-Powered real-time part data Intelligence and supply chain connected workflow and logistics. 🔗For all of your high-speed and RF connectors visit the Samtec website and access excellent engineering resources while you are there. ⛰️Visit Summit Interconnect for all your complex PCB manufacturing needs. 🌎 Visit Isola Group global for High performance laminates and prepreg materials for PCB manufacturing, as well as new IC packaging interposer 💽 For high complexity EDA solutions visit SIEMENS EDA Website 💡For a free subscription Signal Integrity Journal and articles about SI/PI/EMI, news and technical resources follow the link above. 📰 Subscribe to Analog io a grass-roots weekly Newsletter written by hardware engineers, for hardware engineers! 📡 For Custom RF and MW PCBs visit the Transline Technology Website to learn more. 🔌 Picotest specializes in high fidelity testing and measurement tools, primarily for power-related applications. Visit their website for more product information and excellent training materials from expert Steve Sandler

Duration:00:17:41

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USA PCB Supply Chain Updates from Capitol Hill

2/26/2025
Hardware 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. 🤝Join The EEcosystem Community for more free engineering resources and member-only benefits at https://theeecosystem.com Episode Links: PCBAA Website https://www.pcbaa.org/ PCBAA LinkedIn Company Page https://www.linkedin.com/company/printed-circuit-board-association-of-america/posts/?feedView=all Sponsor Links: 📘 Visit The EEcosystem Website receive a free 90-day subscription to all of Eric Bogatin's training at The Signal Integrity Academy and more technical downloads and community member benefits. 👨🏽‍💻For free Technical Resources and to Learn more about Keysight Pathwave EDA Software Solutions visit the homepage now. 💻 Visit Cofactr for AI-Powered real-time part data Intelligence and supply chain connected workflow and logistics. 🔗For all of your high-speed and RF connectors visit the Samtec website and access excellent engineering resources while you are there. ⛰️Visit Summit Interconnect for all your complex PCB manufacturing needs. 🌎 Visit Isola Group global for High performance laminates and prepreg materials for PCB manufacturing, as well as new IC packaging interposer 💽 For high complexity EDA solutions visit SIEMENS EDA Website 💡For a free subscription Signal Integrity Journal and articles about SI/PI/EMI, news and technical resources follow the link above. 📰 Subscribe to Analog io a grass-roots weekly Newsletter written by hardware engineers, for hardware engineers! 📡 For Custom RF and MW PCBs visit the Transline Technology Website to learn more. 🔌 Picotest specializes in high fidelity testing and measurement tools, primarily for power-related applications. Visit their website for more product information and excellent training materials from expert Steve Sandler

Duration:00:21:08

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Technological Innovation of Interconnects

1/28/2025
Listen 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! Episode Links: Eric Bogatin, DesignCon 2025 Presentations https://dcon25.mapyourshow.com/8_0/explore/session-gallery.cfm?sessionspeakers=348 Join The EEcosystem today for these FREE Eric Bogatin Resources. Register here: https://theeecosystem.com Signal Integrity Journal University https://www.signalintegrityjournal.com/articles/3546-sij-university Sponsor Links: 📘 Visit The EEcosystem Website receive a free 90-day subscription to all of Eric Bogatin's training at The Signal Integrity Academy and more technical downloads and community member benefits. 👨🏽‍💻For free Technical Resources and to Learn more about Keysight Pathwave EDA Software Solutions visit the homepage now. 💻 Visit Cofactr for AI-Powered real-time part data Intelligence and supply chain connected workflow and logistics. 🔗For all of your high-speed and RF connectors visit the Samtec website and access excellent engineering resources while you are there. ⛰️Visit Summit Interconnect for all your complex PCB manufacturing needs. 🌎 Visit Isola Group global for High performance laminates and prepreg materials for PCB manufacturing, as well as new IC packaging interposer 💽 For high complexity EDA solutions visit SIEMENS EDA Website 💡For a free subscription Signal Integrity Journal and articles about SI/PI/EMI, news and technical resources follow the link above. 📰 Subscribe to Analog io a grass-roots weekly Newsletter written by hardware engineers, for hardware engineers! 📡 For Custom RF and MW PCBs visit the Transline Technology Website to learn more. Visit 🔌 Picotest specializes in high fidelity testing and measurement tools, primarily for power-related applications. Visit their website for more product information and excellent training materials from expert Steve Sandler

Duration:00:21:33

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AI Design Innovation Trends and IndustryTrajectory in 2025

1/24/2025
In 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. 🤝Join The EEcosystem Community for more free engineering resources and member-only benefits at https://theeecosystem.com Episode Links: Keysight DesignCon 2025 Page https://www.keysight.com/us/en/events/america/tradeshows/designcon.html PDN and Power Integrity Podcast with Heidi Barnes, Steven Sandler, and Benjamin Dannan https://youtu.be/zCE_Uw8yCxU Chiplet Podcast with Stephen Slater https://youtu.be/9MF1bVVdq7k?si=4xHrNusfe5v2sDe4 Sponsor Links: 📘 Visit The EEcosystem Website receive a free 90-day subscription to all of Eric Bogatin's training at The Signal Integrity Academy and more technical downloads and community member benefits. 👨🏽‍💻For free Technical Resources and to Learn more about Keysight Pathwave EDA Software Solutions visit the homepage now. 💻 Visit Cofactr for AI-Powered real-time part data Intelligence and supply chain connected workflow and logistics. 🔗For all of your high-speed and RF connectors visit the Samtec website and access excellent engineering resources while you are there. ⛰️Visit Summit Interconnect for all your complex PCB manufacturing needs. 🌎 Visit Isola Group global for High performance laminates and prepreg materials for PCB manufacturing, as well as new IC packaging interposer 💽 For high complexity EDA solutions visit SIEMENS EDA Website 💡For a free subscription Signal Integrity Journal and articles about SI/PI/EMI, news and technical resources follow the link above. 📰 Subscribe to Analog io a grass-roots weekly Newsletter written by hardware engineers, for hardware engineers! 📡 For Custom RF and MW PCBs visit the Transline Technology Website to learn more. Visit 🔌 Picotest specializes in high fidelity testing and measurement tools, primarily for power-related applications. Visit their website for more product information and excellent training materials from expert Steve Sandler

Duration:00:24:15

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PDN and Power Integrity Master Class at DesignCon 2025

1/23/2025
Judy 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! 📘 Visit The EEcosystem Website receive a free 90-day subscription to 200+ hours of Eric Bogatin's training at The Signal Integrity Academy and get more free technical downloads and community member benefits. Episode Links: Tutorial – Power Delivery Network Master Class on 2000A: How to Design, Simulate & Validate (Steve, Heidi & Ben and Idan) https://dcon25.mapyourshow.com/8_0/sessions/session-details.cfm?scheduleid=28 Steve Sandler Sessions https://dcon25.mapyourshow.com/8_0/explore/session-gallery.cfm?sessionspeakers=27 Ben Dannan Sessions https://dcon25.mapyourshow.com/8_0/explore/session-gallery.cfm?sessionspeakers=25 Heidi Barnes Sessions https://dcon25.mapyourshow.com/8_0/explore/session-gallery.cfm?sessionspeakers=26 DesignCon 2025 Homepage https://designcon.com Sponsor Links 👨🏽‍💻For free Technical Resources and to Learn more about Keysight Pathwave EDA Software Solutions visit the homepage now. 💻 Visit Cofactr for AI-Powered real-time part data Intelligence and supply chain connected workflow and logistics. 🔗For all of your high-speed and RF connectors visit the Samtec website and access excellent engineering resources while you are there. ⛰️Visit Summit Interconnect for all your complex PCB manufacturing needs. 🌎 Visit Isola Group global for High performance laminates and prepreg materials for PCB manufacturing, as well as new IC packaging interposer 💽 For high complexity EDA solutions visit SIEMENS EDA Website 💡For a free subscription Signal Integrity Journal and articles about SI/PI/EMI, news and technical resources follow the link above. 📰 Subscribe to Analog io a grass-roots weekly Newsletter written by hardware engineers, for hardware engineers! 📡 For Custom RF and MW PCBs visit the Transline Technology Website to learn more. Visit 🔌 Picotest specializes in high fidelity testing and measurement tools, primarily for power-related applications. Visit their website for more product information and excellent training materials from expert Steve Sandler

Duration:00:43:30