Recently, we received a customer inquiry with an idea that seemed obvious at first glance: several older or already ported embedded systems were to be reused in a machine and supplemented with additional safety hardware according to DIN EN ISO 13849. The existing electronics…
The classic requirements specification is often considered an indispensable starting point for hardware development in an electronics project. However, in reality, this approach often proves to be inflexible. Requirements are still unclear, the application is complex, and the optimal technical solution has not yet been determined.
EMV is rarely the primary topic at the beginning of a development project. EMV problems are insidious and only appear long after the initial development iterations. In the early stages, functionality, component selection, and PCB layout are the focus. However, if EMV requirements are not considered from the start…
In the railway industry, safety is paramount – especially in the development of electronic systems that are essential for train operations and signaling technology. This particularly concerns safe electronics. The railway industry and train traffic mean not only flawless function but also reliable…
Especially in the military sector, electronics development is subject to strict regulatory requirements. Two of the most important U.S. regulations are the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and the Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS). „ITAR electronics“ therefore means that the electronics contain components that are subject to ITAR rules. They…
Many technology companies invest a significant portion of their development resources in activities that create little differentiation for the actual product. For many decision-makers, it is therefore already clear today: outsourcing embedded systems is not a disgrace, but a success factor for products with a high...
Military-grade PCBs are characterized by high climatic demands. Above all, however, they must work reliably for decades – often without the possibility of maintenance. Hardware development at MIL Elektronik is therefore subject to strict limitations early in the process. This article examines...