EEcosystem Podcast Episodes

In this episode, Matthew Haber CEO of Cofactr, discusses how he and his co-founder Phillip Gulley have launched AI-powered solutions that connect real-time data and materials intelligence that can flow seamlessly between engineers, buyers, distributors, and contract manufacturers to streamline the entire process and ensure supply chain resilience.

The industry has been buzzing for a couple of years about Chiplet technology and the possibilities this could open up for engineers. However, it's hard to tell where the industry stands in realizing and adopting this technology in and our ability to scale. In this episode, we talk with industry insider, Stephen Slater, Director of product management at Keysight EDA. Stephen shares all he's observing across a dynamically emerging Chiplet ecosystem. From his involvement in the UCIe Consortium to reliable IP and Keysight's current favorable market position that Keysight has developed in their capabilities in simulation--this brief conversation is packed with insights and access to resources where you can learn more.

In this week's episode, RF/Microwave Cable technology veterans, Dan Birch and Ron Souders discuss the challenges of maintaining the stability and reliability of these crucial interconnects. They unpack which applications drive tighter performance specs, increasing channel complexities, and why stability is a critical concern for design & development engineers.

In this episode, we delve into Electronic Design Magazine's yearly career and salary survey with Michelle Kopier, Group Associate Publisher. Learn about their online tool, utilizing data from 2000+ engineers, to determine salary based on education, experience, and US state of residence. Unravel strategies for maximizing earning potential for your engineering career using real-world data.

In this conversation, Judy Warner talks with High-Speed Expert, Lee Ritchey about power delivery systems (PDS) design. They discuss the definition of PDS and the elements involved in its design. Lee explains the challenges in PDS design, including the need to reduce power supply voltage and engineer high currents. They also address common myths and misconceptions about PDS and the importance of considering it early in the design process. Lee provides a concrete tip for improving PDS design and shares his thoughts on the future of PDS. The conversation concludes with recommendations for further learning on PDS design.

In this episode, Judy Warner talks with Matt Burns and Scott McMorrow from Samtec about their plans for DesignCon 2024 and the new era of high-speed connectivity. They discuss the trends driving innovation in the industry, such as artificial intelligence and data center growth. They also highlight the importance of collaboration and partnerships in solving engineering challenges. The conversation covers topics like PCI Express, optimizing vias, and extreme confidence simulation for high-speed signaling. Takeaways: The new era of high-speed connectivity is driven by trends like artificial intelligence, data center growth, and increased demand for optical connectivity. Collaboration and partnerships are on the rise and are crucial in solving engineering challenges and driving innovation in the industry. Optimizing vias and designing for high-speed signaling are important considerations in high-speed connectivity. DesignCon is a valuable platform for showcasing new products, presenting technical papers, and networking with industry professionals. Use ECCO promocode for free expo pass or 15% off all conference passes.

In this episode, Suzanne Deffree discusses the upcoming DesignCon 2024 conference and everything they have planned for attendees. She provides an overview of the event, including its history, location, and focus on high-speed communication and systems design. The conversation covers the keynote speaker, conference tracks, and the addition of the DriveWorld conference focused on automotive engineering.

In this episode, Hermann Ruckerbauer discusses memory bus challenges and the sticking points in memory design. He highlights the importance of not blindly following design guides and reference designs, as they may not be suitable for specific design constraints. Hermann also emphasizes the need for thorough verification and testing of memory interfaces, including functional corner case tests and measurement-based single integrity verification. He provides recommendations for engineers, such as conducting a bus priority study and understanding controller functionality. Hermann also mentions his upcoming tutorial at DesignCon on the latest measurement techniques for next-generation memory systems. Takeaways -Conduct a bus priority study to determine the most critical interface on your PCB design. -Do not blindly follow design guides and reference designs; consider the specific boundary conditions of your design. -Understand the functionality of the memory controller and adjust your design accordingly. -Thoroughly verify and test memory interfaces, including functional corner case tests and measurement-based single integrity verification.