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Integra Sources Blog
Example-led guides and industry insides on hardware and software development perfect for both technical and non-technical people.
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July 15, 2022
22 min read
Differences Between RFID and NFC Systems, their Applications, and Alternatives
What is RFID? RFID stands for radio-frequency identification. It is a wireless communication technology that can uniquely identify objects with radio waves. All RFID systems consist of the following elements: RFID devices don’t need the tag to be in the line of sight of the reader. Also, RFID readers can read the data from both […]
By Timur Yuldashev & Andrey Solovev
July 15, 2022
20 min read
Electronics Design Practices to Prevent EOS and ESD Damage
What is ESD? Our team has vast experience in developing custom electronics, so we know very well how problematic ESD can be. ESD stands for electrostatic discharge. Many materials can conduct electricity and accumulate an electric charge. It happens due to triboelectric charging (friction between materials) or electrostatic induction. Whenever this happens, an […]
By Timur Yuldashev & Andrey Solovev
May 04, 2022
16 min read
Embedded QT HMI development: why, where, and how. Challenges and case studies.
The embedded HMI software development process becomes clear and fast with the Qt framework. We are ready to share our experience of using the framework.
By Nina Bibikova & Andrey Solovev
May 04, 2022
less than one min
All You Must Know About DC-DC Converters in Infographics
Read these infographics to learn how different types of DC-DC converters work, where they are used, and what problems one may face when developing electronics with power converters.
By Timur Yuldashev & Andrey Solovev
May 04, 2022
21 min read
Qt and C++ Embedded Development: Pros, Cons, and Alternatives
Learn more about the benefits of using Qt and C++ for embedded systems. We provide a detailed review of popular GUI toolkits for cross-platform development, as well as talk about our experience of using Qt in our projects.
By Nina Bibikova & Andrey Solovev
May 04, 2022
less than one min
Electronics Prototyping in Infographics
Any product development starts with designing a prototype. Although the first iterations are far from the final product, it’s an important phase of the work. In this infographic, you will find information on the basic steps of electronics prototyping.
By Timur Yuldashev & Andrey Solovev
May 04, 2022
23 min read
DC-to-DC Converters: Functions, Common Types & Design Principles, Applications, and Challenges
Different sub-circuits in a device often require different voltages. When there’s only one power source, DC-to-DC converters are used to lower or raise the input voltage to the required output levels. Learn everything you need to know about DC-DC converters in this article.
By Timur Yuldashev & Andrey Solovev
April 25, 2022
less than one min
PCB and electronic testing methods in Infographics
Discover various PCB testing methods needed to ensure the quality and functionality of electronic devices.
By Nina Bibikova & Andrey Solovev
April 25, 2022
20 min read
What Makes Electronics Prototyping so Important for Successful Product Development?
Electronics prototyping answers a range of crucial questions, such as how to solve a particular engineering problem, how to do it efficiently, and whether it is possible at all. Learn about the major steps of prototyping and the benefits of this development phase.
By Timur Yuldashev & Andrey Solovev
February 10, 2022
less than one min
5 Common US & EU Consumer Electronics Certifications in Infographics
Certifying a product requires time and money, which is why making a mistake here can lead manufacturers to serious financial losses. Read this infographic to learn the most important facts and tips on consumer electronics certification in the US and EU.
By Andrey Solovev & Timur Yuldashev
February 01, 2022
16 min read
PCB and electronics testing before and during manufacturing - importance, and methods of implementation
Find out how PCB designers and manufacturers test circuit boards before and during production and why these actions are so urgent.
By Nina Bibikova & Andrey Solovev
February 01, 2022
19 min read
Guide to Consumer Electronics Certification in the US & EU: Requirements to Consider Before Mass Production
Although product certification takes place right before mass production, it is unwise to ignore the regulations during the development process. Learn what consumer electronics certification types there are and how to make the process faster, easier, and cheaper.
By Timur Yuldashev & Andrey Solovev