A Comprehensive Guide to PCB Reverse Engineering-Techniques and Tools
Introduction Reverse engineering is a common technique in the engineering industry. Its basic purpose is to study a device or a mechanism to enable a deeper understanding of the device’s functioning and design principles. When applied to a PCB, the technique helps in studying the layout in its various layers to recreate its fabrication data. […]
Learn MoreWhere to Use Copper Thieving?
At PCB Trace Technologies Inc, we use two techniques during PCB manufacturing—copper balancing and copper thieving—to achieve the high quality and reliability of our boards. Both are crucial processes but with different purposes. Copper distribution is an important factor related to manufacturing, and copper balancing, along with copper thieving, helps achieve an even distribution of […]
Learn MoreDesigning PCBs for Embedded Systems and Internet of Things
We live in an interconnected world. Here, embedded systems and IoT, or the Internet of Things, are an integral part of our lives. Not only homes and wearables, IoT and embedded devices are revolutionizing many industries as well. As most of these devices are small, designing them effectively requires careful attention and consideration of details. Most […]
Learn MoreMiniaturization Trends in HDI PCB
Miniaturization of the PCB or printed circuit board is among the greatest and current trends in the PCB industry. Miniaturization of electronic devices made use of special design procedures to reduce the PCB size and the footprint of electronic components that go onto it to make them denser. Over time, the development of various advanced […]
Learn MoreOptimum Via Size For Your PCBs
PCBs or Printed Circuit Boards use various types of vias—through types, tented vias, blind vias, buried vias, stacked vias, staggered vias, and via in pad. Most designers know that the via type they use affects its size. In this article, PCB Trace Technologies Inc. discusses the restrictions typically present on PCB via size and the […]
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