Chalk Talk Archive

August 18, 2025 -- In this episode of Chalk Talk, John Ferguson from Siemens and Amelia Dalton explore how we can drive 3D IC innovation with Siemens Calibre MultiPhysics Work Flow. They also investigate the implications of thermal issues on 3D IC design, the benefits of multiphysics simulations from the concept stage throughout the design cycle, and the steps included in the Siemens fully automated MultiPhysics Work Flow. Read the whitepaper called "Conquer 3D IC thermal impacts with Calibre 3DThermal": https://bit.ly/4fGvvdT

August 18, 2025 -- In this episode of Chalk Talk, Lars Jaskulski from Analog Devices and Amelia Dalton explore the what, where and how of solenoid actuators. They also investigate the challenges associated with solenoids and solenoid valve control and how Analog Devices’ Quad Smart Serial-Controlled Solenoid and Motor Driver can help detect solenoid plunger movements, improve energy efficiency, lower heat generation and more.  More information about Analog Devices / Maxim Integrated MAX22216 Solenoid & Motor Drivers: https://bit.ly/41c02u7

August 15, 2025 -- In this episode of Chalk Talk, Sarah Smith from TE Connectivity and Amelia Dalton investigate the benefits of the AMP Mini CT Low Profile Inverted Through Board Connectors from TE Connectivity. They also examine how these solutions can reduce shadowing in lighting applications and can facilitate a simpler assembly of solid-state LED lighting applications. More information about TE Connectivity Mini CT Low-Profile Inverted Through-Board Headers: https://bit.ly/4mFu95j

August 12, 2025 -- In this episode of Chalk Talk, Neeraj Kumar from Infineon and Amelia Dalton explore the features and benefits of the OPTIGA™ Authenticate NBT. They investigate the security elements, key hardware aspects and data transfer rates of this solution and how it can enable ultra-fast, contactless NFC communication between IoT devices and contactless readers. More information about Infineon Technologies NBT2000 OPTIGA™ NBT NFC Bridge Tag: https://bit.ly/4lvpxhj

July 21, 2025 -- In this episode of Chalk Talk, Joseph Sara and Amelia Dalton explore the mega trends motivating MOSFET innovation and the details of Infineon’s cutting-edge MOSFET solutions. They also explore the benefits of Infineon’s OptiMOS 7 platform and how you can take advantage of Infineon MOSFETs for your next design. More information about Infineon Technologies OptiMOS™ 7 Automotive Power MOSFETs: https://bit.ly/3GNAzjK

July 17, 2025 -- In this episode of Chalk Talk, Steven Hehn from Infineon and Amelia Dalton investigate the functions of on board chargers and high voltage to low voltage DC-DC converters for electric vehicles. They also investigate the benefits that wide band gap power technologies can bring to these kinds of designs and the innovative solutions that Infineon offers for your on board charger and DC/DC design needs.  More information about On-board charging (OBC) Solutions from Infineon: https://bit.ly/3TOnnxX

July 16, 2025 -- In this episode of Chalk Talk, Tim Allemeersch from Qorvo and Amelia Dalton explore the challenges of Matter application development and how Qorvo can help you navigate the landscape of Matter development. They also investigate the benefits of Qorvo’s QPG6200 IC and how you can get started using this integrated circuit for your next Matter design.  More information about Qorvo QPG6200L System-On-Chip (SoC): https://bit.ly/456VDLk

July 14, 2025 -- Today’s smarter power systems demand smarter gate drive isolation. In this episode of Chalk Talk, Kritika Murari from Bourns and Amelia Dalton explore the hidden complexities of gate drive isolation, how reinforced gate drive isolation can improve a variety of design parameters, and how you can take advantage of Bourns push pull isolation transformers for your next design. More information about Bourns SM91243L Reinforced Gate Driver Transformer: https://bit.ly/44XRclX

July 11, 2025 -- In this episode of Chalk Talk, Christopher John Gozon (Goz) from Analog Devices and Amelia Dalton explore the what, where and how of operational amplifiers. They also examine roles that supply voltage, voltage offset, and input bias and input offset current play in operational amplifiers and how you can take advantage of Analog Devices’ op amp innovation for your next design. More information about Analog Devices Inc. ADA4523-1 Low-Noise Zero Drift Op Amps: https://bit.ly/44TDhNL

July 10, 2025 -- Companion microcontrollers are a vital element of today’s complex automotive designs. In this episode of Chalk Talk, Matthew Goodavish from Infineon and Amelia Dalton investigate how the architectural evolution in automotive design has encouraged the need for companion microcontrollers, the role that safety islands play in the development of these systems, and the core system benefits that companion MCUs bring to these kinds of designs. More information about 32-bit AURIX™ TriCore™ Microcontrollers: https://bit.ly/3IB32JU

July 3, 2025 -- In this episode of Chalk Talk, Jimmy Chou from Infineon and Amelia Dalton explore the challenges of USB design and how Infineon is furthering innovation with the EZ-USB FX10. They also investigate the high bandwidth data subsystem, the high bandwidth data interface and the robust security features included in this solution. More information about Infineon Technologies EZ-USB™ 3.2 Peripheral Controllers: https://bit.ly/3IchckD

June 25, 2025 -- In this episode of Chalk Talk, Nathan Piette from Molex and Amelia Dalton explore wire to wire and wire to board connector and cable solutions for automotive “Inside the Box” applications. They examine the role that these solutions play in automotive lighting designs and the benefits that Molex Micro-Fit, Micro-Lock Plus and Pico-Clasp connectors bring to these kinds of applications. More information about Molex Transportation Solutions: https://bit.ly/4ljuudf