by Michael Crapis | Jul 31, 2026 | Electronics Design, Product Development
AI in engineering automation is the use of machine learning and AI tools to take over the repetitive parts of engineering work: testing, documentation, simulation runs, compliance paperwork and the admin that sits around every project. Most articles on the topic are...
by Michael Crapis | Mar 24, 2026 | Electronics Design, Hardware, IoT
Introduction to Cloud-Connected IoT Devices Cloud-connected devices sit at the intersection of hardware, software, and distributed systems—and that intersection is exactly where most failures happen. A cloud-connected IoT device is not just a piece of hardware with...
by Michael Crapis | Feb 25, 2026 | Electronics Design, Hardware
Electromagnetic interference (EMI) failures are rarely random. In most cases, they are the direct result of preventable PCB design decisions made months earlier. For established businesses, an EMI failure means delayed product launches, damaged brand credibility and...
by Michael Crapis | Feb 18, 2026 | Electronics Design, Hardware, Product Development
Moving from prototype to production is where most electronics projects either scale successfully — or quietly stall. A working prototype proves your idea functions. It does not prove it can be manufactured reliably, profitably or at scale. That transition is where...
by Michael Crapis | Dec 17, 2025 | Electronics Design
The electronics design industry is entering a defining period. By 2026, accelerating technological innovation, tighter regulations, and shifting global supply chains are reshaping how electronic products are conceived, developed, and brought to market. For established...