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Jeff Shepard

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As seen in: EEWorld Online, Design World, Digikey, 5G Technology World, Embedded Computing Design, EE Power, ELE Times, Microcontroller Tips, Analog IC Tips, Power Electronic Tips, Revista Española de Electronica and
Covers:  #1 All areas of electronics hardware and renewable energy. Secondarily, software, especially related to artificial intelligence, machine learning, HPC, and post quantum cryptography.
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Specifying Industrial Ethernet Cables for Optimal Performance in Challenging Scenarios

Specifying Industrial Ethernet Cables for Optimal Performance in Challenging Scenarios

With Industrial Ethernet, there are numerous factors to consider related to robust cabling performance when d…

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DOE Level VII efficiency standards aren't coming - what designers need to know

DOE Level VII efficiency standards aren't coming - what designers need to know

U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Level VII efficiency standards don't appear to be coming any time soon. Desig…

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Humanoid robots, sensor fusion, and situational awareness

Humanoid robots, sensor fusion, and situational awareness

Sensor fusion relies on a variety of software tools to integrate multimodal sensor data into a single unified…

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The CRA's first major deadline is here. Now what?

The CRA's first major deadline is here. Now what?

It's too late (almost). The first major operational deadline for the EU Cyber Resilience Act (CRA) arrives th…

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What makes a power semi unsuitable for use in SSTs?

What makes a power semi unsuitable for use in SSTs?

Engineering is sometimes referred to as the management of technical trade-offs. That can be especially true i…

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How to read oscillator specs for aerospace and defense designs

How to read oscillator specs for aerospace and defense designs

Oscillators are critical components in aerospace and defense systems, ranging from communication satellites t…

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How to Boost Enterprise Performance Using Second-Generation Edge Computers

How to Boost Enterprise Performance Using Second-Generation Edge Computers

The continued refinement and evolution of Industry 4.0 challenges industrial network designers to deploy futu…

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TCXO, OCXO, or MEMS? Choosing the right timing device for defense electronics

TCXO, OCXO, or MEMS? Choosing the right timing device for defense electronics

Temperature-compensated oscillators (TCXO) and oven-controlled oscillators (OCXO) are solution architectures …

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How do EMC challenges differ for solid-state transformers and EV chargers?

How do EMC challenges differ for solid-state transformers and EV chargers?

Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) challenges cut across many areas of power electronics. Solid-state transf…

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What are the maths of walking for humanoid robots?

What are the maths of walking for humanoid robots?

The mathematics of humanoid robot walking revolves around balancing dynamics using the center of mass (CoM), …

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Why is thermal management more challenging for SSTs compared with LFTs?

Why is thermal management more challenging for SSTs compared with LFTs?

Solid-state transformers (SSTs) offer increased performance but require more complex thermal management compa…

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How vibration and temperature affect timing performance in aerospace systems

How vibration and temperature affect timing performance in aerospace systems

Vibration and temperature alter the physical structures of timing devices. That causes clock signals to drift…

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What’s a hybrid solid-state transformer, and what’s the point?

What’s a hybrid solid-state transformer, and what’s the point?

Solid-state transformers (SSTs) have great potential benefits, but they are also expensive. In a hybrid solid…

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Computational and control architectures for humanoid robots

Computational and control architectures for humanoid robots

A typical computational and control architecture for humanoid robots is hierarchical, designed to manage high…

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Isn't a solid-state transformer just another AC/AC converter?

Isn't a solid-state transformer just another AC/AC converter?

Yes, and no. From one perspective, solid-state transformers (SSTs) and AC/AC converters are cousins, so they …

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How to implement sensor security in connected systems

How to implement sensor security in connected systems

Implementing robust sensor security is essential in connected systems. Compromised sensors can feed corrupt, …

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How to calculate efficiency across the AI power chain

How to calculate efficiency across the AI power chain

Like many aspects of artificial intelligence (AI), there's not a single approach when calculating efficiency …

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How TLVRs support extreme power demands in AI datacenters

How TLVRs support extreme power demands in AI datacenters

Trans inductor voltage regulators, occasionally referred to as transient load voltage regulators, (TLVRs) use…

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What kinds of PAI dev kits are available for humanoid robotics?

What kinds of PAI dev kits are available for humanoid robotics?

Physical artificial intelligence (PAI) development kits for humanoid robotics range from high-end, industrial…

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What's the symbiosis between AI and solid-state transformers?

What's the symbiosis between AI and solid-state transformers?

There's a critical symbiosis between artificial intelligence (AI) and solid-state transformers (SSTs), especi…

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How do humanoid robots and physical artificial intelligence fit into industry 5.0?

How do humanoid robots and physical artificial intelligence fit into industry 5.0?

Humanoids and physical artificial intelligence (PAI) are central to the goals of Industry 5.0, shifting from …

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Does Industry 5.0 exist and what does it mean?

Does Industry 5.0 exist and what does it mean?

Industry 5.0 is an emerging paradigm, and it marks a shift from purely technological automation (Industry 4.0…

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From Copper to Crimp: What Makes a Premium Electrical Connection?

From Copper to Crimp: What Makes a Premium Electrical Connection?

A review of wire terminals and the features that enable connectors to provide superior electrical resistance,…

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OpenClaw is open-source edge AI for (almost) every application

OpenClaw is open-source edge AI for (almost) every application

OpenClaw is being touted as the "operating system for personal AI." It's being supported by a wide array of c…

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