Edwin Robledo, Author at Fusion Blog

What is USB 3.0? High-Speed Routing Guidelines

Take an in-depth look at what exactly USB 3.0 is and the best routing practices involved in its PCB design.

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Autodesk Fusion 360 Electronics vs. Autodesk EAGLE

Learn why Autodesk Fusion 360 electronics is the right path forward in our evolution to a comprehensive product design solution.

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Let There Be Light! How an Optocoupler Works

Learn how an optocoupler works to safely separate high-voltage components and low-voltage devices while removing electrical noise.

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Fusion 360 Electronics: How to Use the Signal Integrity Extension 

The Fusion 360 Signal Integrity Extension, powered by Ansys, unlocks additional PCB/electronics signal integrity tools and capabilities inside Fusion 360, allowing you to run electromagnetic analysis on critical signals within your PCB. Let's walk you through how to get started.

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How Piezoelectricity Works to Make Crystals Conduct Electric Current

Learn how piezoelectricity produces an electric charge by applying mechanical stress to a piezoelectric material.

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PCB Routing Requirements for USB 2.0: Ultimate Guide

USB connectors are everywhere these days. Learn the best practices for routing your PCB traces to your USB 2.0 connectors.

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WiFi vs. Bluetooth: Wireless Electronics Basics

Learn about the difference between WiFi vs. Bluetooth, two of the most popular wireless communication methods.

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Trace Length and High-Speed PCB Designs

Trace length and high-speed PCB designs go hand-in-hand. This ultimate guide will provide all the details you need to know and how to leverage the Fusion 360 Electronics Signal Integrity Extension to get it right the first time. Trace Length and High-Speed PCB Designs High-speed PCB design requires special considerations to get a functioning design…

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What Are the Effects of Electromagnetic Interference (EMI) On a Circuit Board? (2022)

This article will cover what EMI is, what causes it, why you should avoid it, and what steps you can take to protect your electronics.

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Top 10 Tips for High-Speed PCB Design (2022 Update)

Learn how to make your first high-speed PCB design a success by minimizing crosstalk, EMI, and more.

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10 High-Speed PCB Design Rules to Follow

There are many rules to follow when laying out a PCB with high-speed components. Here are 10 of the most important rules to understand.

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High-Speed PCB Design Part 3: Avoiding Signal Integrity Issues

For Part 3 of this three-part series on high-speed PCB design, let's look at signal integrity — what it is and how to avoid common issues.

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High-Speed PCB Design Part 2: What to Consider First

For Part 2 of this three-part series, let's take a look at some top factors to consider when laying out a high-speed PCB.

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High-Speed PCB Design Part 1: How To Identify a High Speed Design

In Part 1 of this three-part series, let's take a look at how to determine when you have a high-speed PCB design.

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What Was the First Computer?

The first computer existed a century ago — way before today's digital revolution. We just never knew about it.

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