Impedance Measurement

Dec 13, 20221 min read

Podcast with Steve Sandler: All About Probes and Ensuring Accurate Measurements

Judy Warner of The EEcosystem discusses with Steve Sandler the topic of probes. He explains how they work, why there are so many...

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Small Signal Models, Small Signal Problems

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Nov 14, 20221 min read

Small Signal Models, Small Signal Problems

by Will McCaffrey, Northrop Grumman Published by Signal Integrity Journal, November 15, 2022 The Voltage Regulator Modules (VRMs) are a...

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Ultra-Ultra-Low Impedance (4 micro-ohm) Measurements

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Jul 25, 20222 min read

Ultra-Ultra-Low Impedance (4 micro-ohm) Measurements

By Benjamin Dannan Published by Signal Integrity Journal, July 26, 2022 Companies like Intel, Nvidia, AMD, Qualcomm, and Broadcom are...

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Tektronix Innovation Forum 2022 Session with Steve Sandler

Picotest

Jun 14, 20221 min read

Tektronix Innovation Forum 2022 Session with Steve Sandler

Making Power Distribution Network Measurements with Confidence (22 mins) Power Distribution Networks (PDNs) are powering FPGAs,...

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The Simple Truth about Complex Impedance Probes

Picotest

Apr 18, 20221 min read

The Simple Truth about Complex Impedance Probes

by Steve Sandler Originally presented at the 11th Power Analysis & Design Symposium (Live Virtual Event), March 9, 2022 Picotest Power...

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Picotest

Feb 15, 20221 min read

Determining FPGA Dynamic Load Current

This extreme measurement example is from a DesignCon 2020 paper, titled “A Method for Dynamic Load Current Testing with a Benchtop Power...

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Cable Shield Resistance Issue in a 2-port Impedance Measurement

Picotest

Dec 27, 20211 min read

Cable Shield Resistance Issue in a 2-port Impedance Measurement

November 15, 2021 Steve Sandler For this extreme measurement example, I selected a simple problem that has been widely published by...

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Picotest

Sep 30, 20211 min read

DesignCon Digital 2021

October 5 & 6, 2021 "This online event from the producers of DesignCon features an education program with on-demand webinars presented by...

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Picotest

Sep 29, 20211 min read

EDI CON Online 2021

Technical Session Available on demand The Influence of Connectivity on Low Impedance Measurements Presented by: Steven M Sandler,...

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Picotest

Sep 22, 20211 min read

Solving Power Integrity Test Challenges with Guest Speaker for Q&A Steve Sandler of Picotest

Learn how to use the MSO6 Oscilloscope to measure input filter stability, PSRR, impedance, step load, inductors with DC bias, TDR, EMI,...

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Space Power Workshop 2021 - Power Integrity Challenges In the Space Industry, An Update

Picotest

Sep 21, 20211 min read

Space Power Workshop 2021 - Power Integrity Challenges In the Space Industry, An Update

Learn about the current state of Power Integrity analysis and test in the Space industry from PI Guru Steve Sandler. This video discusses...

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Picotest

Sep 21, 20212 min read

DesignCon Spring Break Webinar Series

Duration: 1 hour, 5 minutes Available On Demand Click here to register/watch on demand. Power Integrity: Analyze Impedance to Improve...

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App Note: 2-Port Impedance Measurement using the P2102A Probe and E5061B VNA

Picotest

Sep 9, 20211 min read

App Note: 2-Port Impedance Measurement using the P2102A Probe and E5061B VNA

By Benjamin Dannan and Steven Sandler, Picotest.com High speed Printed Circuit Board (PCB) design requires well designed Power Delivery...

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App Note: NISM using the P2102A Probe and E5061B VNA

Picotest

Sep 9, 20212 min read

App Note: NISM using the P2102A Probe and E5061B VNA

By Benjamin Dannan and Steven Sandler, Picotest.com Control loop stability is critical to the performance of all systems, as it...

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App Note: 2-Port Impedance Measurement using the P2102A Probe and ZNL6 VNA

Picotest

Sep 9, 20211 min read

App Note: 2-Port Impedance Measurement using the P2102A Probe and ZNL6 VNA

By Benjamin Dannan and Steven Sandler, Picotest.com High speed Printed Circuit Board (PCB) design requires well designed Power Delivery...

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Picotest

May 7, 20211 min read

Picotest P2102A 2-Port Probe Calibration with the Copper Mountain VNA

This video looks at how to perform a full calibration on the Copper Mountain Compact 2-port VNA using the Picotest P2102A 2-port probe...

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Measuring pH and fF With a TDR Using a Cursor Measurement

Picotest

Jan 14, 20211 min read

Measuring pH and fF With a TDR Using a Cursor Measurement

"The time domain reflectometer (TDR) is an instrument that is often used to measure printed circuit board (PCB) test coupons and cable...

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Why specialized PDN Cable® is Essential for your Power Integrity Impedance Testing

Picotest

Aug 13, 20201 min read

Why specialized PDN Cable® is Essential for your Power Integrity Impedance Testing

This short video discusses the feature set your cabling needs to get PDN impedance measurements correct. A coaxial instrument cable must...

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Webinar: DC Biased Impedance Measurements

Picotest

May 26, 20201 min read

Webinar: DC Biased Impedance Measurements

From OMICRON Lab: “The Impedance of real-life components is often non-linear, depending on the applied DC bias voltage or current. In...

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Video: Steve Sandler from Space Shuttle to Power Integrity Bootcamp at DesignCon 2020

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Apr 8, 20201 min read

Video: Steve Sandler from Space Shuttle to Power Integrity Bootcamp at DesignCon 2020

“The very first project Steve Sandler, Managing Director of Picotest, worked on, was the space shuttle—and this was just the beginning of...

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