Electrostatic discharge (ESD) is caused by the discharge of an excess or deficiency of electrons on one surface with respect to another surface or to ground. When a static charge is present on an ...

These devices provide optimised protection for AC-coupled radio-frequency (RF) transmission lines against electrostatic discharge (ESD) events, surge currents and short circuit conditions. These ...

As the semiconductor industry transitions to FinFETs, reliability challenges are increasing. ESD designers are challenged with new issues that would require significant rethinking and redesign of ...

Infineon has launched the world’s smallest transient voltage suppression (TVS) diode for the protection of antennas in latest electronic equipment. Applications include GPS, mobile TV, FM radio, and ...

Choosing the most appropriate ESD suppression technology requires a balance between equipment protection needs and operating requirements. This 18-page ESD Suppression Design Guide from Littelfuse ...

The RF library include analog signal pads and ESD protection components for RF applications. This library is offered as a supplement to the IO librar ...

[Kevin Darrah] is risking the nerves on his index finger to learn about ESD protection. Armed with a white pair of socks, a microfiber couch, and a nylon carpet, like a wizard from a book he summons ...

STMicroelectronics is offering the only surge protection devices certified to the automotive industry's preferred specifications. Surge protection prevents unwanted voltage pulses in the vehicle ...