Building Complex Boards with Special Guest Daniel Beeker | Trace Talks EP 1
Channel: Sierra Circuits
Date: 26/02/2024

Welcome to the inaugural episode of Trace Talks with the PCB Guy! Amit Bahl kicks off the podcast with two incredible guests, Steve Carney from Sierra's R&D and manufacturing process engineering team, and Daniel Beeker, EMC expert and Technical Director at NXP Semiconductors.

In this episode recorded at the Levi's Stadium, amid the excitement of the Niners heading to the Super Bowl and DesignCon happening nearby, Dan shares insights from his DesignCon workshop on a field-based design philosophy for power distribution systems. He discusses the importance of understanding electromagnetic field physics in PCB design and how a shift in perspective, focusing on building pathways for energy, can transform the landscape and increase success rates.

Dan also touches on his DesignCon class on high-density interconnect design, emphasizing challenges and considerations for sensor proliferation in electric vehicles. The episode provides a sneak peek into the world of EMC, PCB layout, and the fundamental shift needed in design philosophy.

Join us on Trace Talks as we unravel the intricacies of PCB design and fabrication with expert insights, industry trends, and engaging discussions. Whether you're a seasoned designer or just getting started, this podcast aims to make the complex world of PCBs accessible to all. Stay tuned for illuminating conversations, design tips, and a deep dive into the heart of electronics! And don't miss our first episode featuring Daniel Beeker as we explore the fascinating world of high-density interconnects and electromagnetic field physics.

This podcast was filmed and edited by @shreyanszaveri and his team.

EPISODE BREAKDOWN

00:00 - Intro
2:28 - Dan's class at DesignCon
7:11 - Dan's 3 simple rules
12:01 - How to be EMC-compliant
16:50 - The impact of Ralph Morrison
22:37 - Power supply and its challenges
25:48 - Going sub 2 mil and trenching traces
35:44 - Dan's experience with Sierra's PCB fab and assembly
39:24 - How we build blind vias
49:00 - Copper and stability 

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