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The steps for designing PCBs using an open-source and free ECAD tool
The steps for designing PCBs using an open-source and free ECAD tool
Your design should have a board outline and components placed, and blue lines (the “rats nest”) between the components (see example, Figure 1). These blue lines are not traces, but rather points that are connected on your schematic and should be converted to traces in your design.
See the How to check your footprints using the OrCAD PCB Editor Measurement tool video
Computer Aided Drafting (CAD) software is used to capture and simulate designs electronically. It is commonly used for electrical or mechanical designs.
Take note of all the files involved in the schematics you are merging, and ensure you have all of them. These include .dsn (design), .opj (project) and .olb (library) files, in addition to .psm (Package symbol, a.k.a. PCB footprint) files.
Atmel was one of the top IC manufacturers that makes a number of 8-bit, 32-bit, and ARM microcontrollers, including the AVR microcontroller used in the Arduino. Microchip purchased Atmel in 2017 and is maintaining the AVR line of microcontrollers. The following is a list of helpful resources for getting started with Microchip AVR microcontrollers.
Microchip specializes in 8-bit, 16-bit, and 32-bit PIC microcontrollers.
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When selecting a MOSFET for either 3.3V or 5V applications there are three parameters to consider.
There are many types of motors out there each with their own pros and cons. There are two main types of motors, brushed and brushless, each with many subcategories within them. In this we will only be going over the most common types and their control. These include DC brushed, stepper, and 3-phase brushless.
