
Electronic Design’s weekly cartoon, “Engineering on Friday: Enhanced Troubleshooting,” uses humor to highlight the frustrations and creative problem‑solving that engineers face when debugging complex projects. Author and technology editor Cabe Atwell invites readers to share their own “smash‑a‑project” moments, turning a relatable pain point into community engagement. The piece links back to last week’s cartoon, reinforcing the series’ ongoing dialogue about the emotional side of development. While light‑hearted, the cartoon underscores the importance of methodical troubleshooting over impulsive destruction.

Electronic cables are the lifeline of modern systems, yet standard commercial‑off‑the‑shelf (COTS) cables fail in harsh environments such as aerospace, maritime, and industrial settings. Temperature extremes, chemical exposure, flammability, and mechanical stress demand specialized insulation materials like fluoropolymers, PTFE, and...

Microchip Technology has launched a new family of 600‑V gate drivers, offering twelve devices across half‑bridge, high‑side/low‑side, and three‑phase configurations. The drivers deliver fast switching with current‑drive capabilities ranging from 600 mA to 4.5 A and operate on 3.3‑V logic, simplifying integration...