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Low loss impedance matching without a transformer

I have a signal at 10 MHz produced from a 50 Ω source. How can I match that to a 300 Ω load with low losses without using an RF transformer (space constraints)? Are there any circuits and formulas ...

2 answers  ·  posted 4y ago by Andy aka‭  ·  last activity 4y ago by Andy aka‭

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Tools required to burn code in a quad flat microcontroller

I always have a doubt that how do firmware engineers dump code into a quad flat microcontroller? For a starter kit there is already connection like USB or some SPI ,I2C headers to burn the code,als...

1 answer  ·  posted 4y ago by aditya98‭  ·  last activity 4y ago by Olin Lathrop‭

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What are the most common causes of CAN bus communication errors?

I can't get my CAN bus application (ISO 11898-2, classic "high speed CAN") working and I'm receiving various CAN error frames. These error frames manifest themselves as sequences of 6 bits with my ...

1 answer  ·  posted 4y ago by Lundin‭  ·  last activity 4y ago by Lundin‭

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Relationship between bode plot and pole zero diagram

What is the relationship between the pole zero diagram and bode plot? Case example: a 2nd order RLC low pass filter: - $$\dfrac{V_{OUT}}{V_{IN}} = \dfrac{\frac{1}{j\omega C}}{R+j\omega L +\frac{1}...

1 answer  ·  posted 4y ago by Andy aka‭  ·  edited 4y ago by ArtOfCode‭

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What to check for when buying an electronic component or module?

How can I acquire electronic parts/items/modules and ensure that there is minimal risk of them being unsuitable for my project or design?

2 answers  ·  posted 4y ago by Andy aka‭  ·  last activity 4y ago by manassehkatz‭

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Driving relay, transistor keeps failing

I'm trying to drive a relay according to a 5 V digital signal, using this circuit: It works for a while, but then the transistor fails. When I replace the transistor, it works for a while again, ...

1 answer  ·  posted 4y ago by Olin Lathrop‭  ·  last activity 4y ago by Olin Lathrop‭

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Replacement power supply voltage and current ratings?

If the external power supply to a device fails, and I can't get the exact model, what do I need to specify to get the right replacement? I can re-use the old supply's connector, but what about the...

1 answer  ·  posted 4y ago by Olin Lathrop‭  ·  last activity 4y ago by Olin Lathrop‭