The EEcosystem Podcast
Welcome to The EEcosystem Podcast, a podcast for Electrical Engineers who design and develop advanced technology applications. Each week we feature conversations with experts and subject matter experts that will help you navigate your design across all disciplines and stakeholders through a systems-based perspective. Subjects discussed are packaging, components, supply chain, materials, PCB design, fab, assembly, SI/PI/EMI, RF/MW/mmWave, embedded systems, test and measurement, and more. For more information, please visit our website for more technical resources and to join our online engineering community: https://theeecosytem.com.
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Tuesday Apr 15, 2025
Tuesday Apr 15, 2025
In this fast-paced episode, we explore how engineering teams can keep up with the breakneck speed of innovation driven by an explosion of new technologies that leverage digital twins, and virtual prototyping. Roberto Piacentini Filho of Keysight shares insights on the evolving role of design engineers in an era where innovation is faster—and cheaper than ever before.
If you're navigating workflow choices, tool overload, or seeking clarity on data integration—from electrical to EMI—this episode offers actionable guidance to help you thrive in the next 3–5 years of rapid tech evolution.
🤝Join The EEcosystem Community for more free engineering resources and member-only benefits at https://theeecosystem.com
Episode Links:
https://www.keysight.com/us/en/home.html
https://www.keysight.com/us/en/learn.html
Sponsor Links:
📘 Join The EEcosystem Community and receive a free 90-day subscription to all of Eric Bogatin's training at The Signal Integrity Academy. Also enjoy more technical downloads and community member-only benefits.
👨🏽💻For free Technical Resources and to Learn more about Keysight Pathwave EDA Software Solutions visit the homepage now.
💻 Visit Cofactr for AI-Powered real-time part data Intelligence and supply-chain connected workflow and logistics.
🔗For all of your high-speed and RF connectors visit the Samtec website and access excellent engineering resources while you are there.
⛰️Visit Summit Interconnect for all your complex PCB manufacturing needs.
🌎 Visit Isola Group global for High performance laminates and prepreg materials for PCB manufacturing, as well as new IC packaging interposer
💽 For high complexity EDA solutions visit SIEMENS EDA Website
💡For a free subscription Signal Integrity Journal and articles about SI/PI/EMI, news and technical resources follow the link above.
📡 For Custom RF and MW PCBs visit the Transline Technology Website to learn more.
🔌 Picotest specializes in high-fidelity testing and measurement tools, primarily for power-related applications. Visit their website for more product information and excellent training materials from expert Steve Sandler
Tuesday Apr 01, 2025
Tuesday Apr 01, 2025
In this episode, Cofactr CEO, Matthew Haber, unpacks the growing challenges engineers face in today’s volatile electronics supply chain. From rising tariffs and unpredictable trade policies to the critical need for tracking Country of Origin (COO), engineers are now key players in managing risk and cost. We explore how “tariff stacking” can drive up component costs overnight—and how Cofactr’s platform helps hardware teams make faster, smarter sourcing decisions. If you’re designing electronics and want to avoid BOM disruptions, compliance issues, and costly surprises, this is a must-listen!
Episode Links:
Navigating the New Global Trade Landscape
Learn More about Cofactr
Sponsor Links:
🤝Join The EEcosystem Community for more free engineering resources and member-only benefits at https://theeecosystem.com
📘 Join The EEcosystem Community and receive a free 90-day subscription to all of Eric Bogatin's training at The Signal Integrity Academy. Also enjoy more technical downloads and community member-only benefits.
👨🏽💻For free Technical Resources and to Learn more about Keysight Pathwave EDA Software Solutions visit the homepage now.
💻 Visit Cofactr for AI-Powered real-time part data Intelligence and supply-chain connected workflow and logistics.
🔗For all of your high-speed and RF connectors visit the Samtec website and access excellent engineering resources while you are there.
⛰️Visit Summit Interconnect for all your complex PCB manufacturing needs.
🌎 Visit Isola Group global for High performance laminates and prepreg materials for PCB manufacturing, as well as new IC packaging interposer
💽 For high complexity EDA solutions visit SIEMENS EDA Website
💡For a free subscription Signal Integrity Journal and articles about SI/PI/EMI, news and technical resources follow the link above.
📡 For Custom RF and MW PCBs visit the Transline Technology Website to learn more.
🔌 Picotest specializes in high-fidelity testing and measurement tools, primarily for power-related applications. Visit their website for more product information and excellent training materials from expert Steve Sandler
Tuesday Mar 18, 2025
Tuesday Mar 18, 2025
In this conversation, Judy Warner and Matt Burns dive into the real-world challenges engineers face as data rates push past 224 Gbps and AI strains data center infrastructure. They break down the copper vs. fiber tradeoffs, why optical solutions are becoming critical for longer distances, and how midboard optics offer better flexibility than front panel options. Matt also covers how PCIe and CXL are evolving to support AI workloads and why modular system designs are key to future-proofing networks. Whether you're designing high-speed interconnects or just trying to keep up with industry shifts, this episode unpacks the trends shaping the future of high-speed connectivity.
🤝Join The EEcosystem Community for more free engineering resources and member-only benefits at https://theeecosystem.com
Episode Links:
Samtec at OFC
https://blog.samtec.com/post/samtec-at-ofc-2025/
Samtec Technical Library
https://blog.samtec.com/post/samtec-at-ofc-2025/
Sponsor Links:
📘 Join The EEcosystem Community and receive a free 90-day subscription to all of Eric Bogatin's training at The Signal Integrity Academy. Also enjoy more technical downloads and community member-only benefits.
👨🏽💻For free Technical Resources and to Learn more about Keysight Pathwave EDA Software Solutions visit the homepage now.
💻 Visit Cofactr for AI-Powered real-time part data Intelligence and supply-chain connected workflow and logistics.
🔗For all of your high-speed and RF connectors visit the Samtec website and access excellent engineering resources while you are there.
⛰️Visit Summit Interconnect for all your complex PCB manufacturing needs.
🌎 Visit Isola Group global for High performance laminates and prepreg materials for PCB manufacturing, as well as new IC packaging interposer
💽 For high complexity EDA solutions visit SIEMENS EDA Website
💡For a free subscription Signal Integrity Journal and articles about SI/PI/EMI, news and technical resources follow the link above.
📡 For Custom RF and MW PCBs visit the Transline Technology Website to learn more.
🔌 Picotest specializes in high-fidelity testing and measurement tools, primarily for power-related applications. Visit their website for more product information and excellent training materials from expert Steve Sandler
Tuesday Mar 11, 2025
Tuesday Mar 11, 2025
In this conversation, Judy Warner and Donald Telian discuss the upcoming Signal Integrity and Practice class that will be held in Silicon Valley in May 2025. They highlight the class’s unique aspects, the evolution of signal integrity from Gen 1 to Gen 2, and the importance of hands-on learning for engineers. They share feedback from previous classes, emphasizing the value of practical knowledge combined with hands-on learning and post-class “office hours.”
Episode Links:
Register for Telian’s class on the SI Guys Training Page.
Join the EEcosystem Community today to be entered to win a copy of Don’s book Signal Integrity in Practice!! Only US winners qualify, due to shipping costs. The three winners will be announced on Mar 20, 2025 via social media and email.
Use the special EEcosystem promo code EEearly for $150.00 between now and March 31, 2025
Sponsor Links:
📘 Visit The EEcosystem Website receive a free 90-day subscription to all of Eric Bogatin's training at The Signal Integrity Academy and more technical downloads and community member benefits.
👨🏽💻For free Technical Resources and to Learn more about Keysight Pathwave EDA Software Solutions visit the homepage now.
💻 Visit Cofactr for AI-Powered real-time part data Intelligence and supply chain connected workflow and logistics.
🔗For all of your high-speed and RF connectors visit the Samtec website and access excellent engineering resources while you are there.
⛰️Visit Summit Interconnect for all your complex PCB manufacturing needs.
🌎 Visit Isola Group global for High performance laminates and prepreg materials for PCB manufacturing, as well as new IC packaging interposer
💽 For high complexity EDA solutions visit SIEMENS EDA Website
💡For a free subscription Signal Integrity Journal and articles about SI/PI/EMI, news and technical resources follow the link above.
📰 Subscribe to Analog io a grass-roots weekly Newsletter written by hardware engineers, for hardware engineers!
📡 For Custom RF and MW PCBs visit the Transline Technology Website to learn more.
🔌 Picotest specializes in high fidelity testing and measurement tools, primarily for power-related applications. Visit their website for more product information and excellent training materials from expert Steve Sandler
Wednesday Mar 05, 2025
Wednesday Mar 05, 2025
In this conversation, Olaf Hichwa, co-founder of Neros Technologies, discusses the company's mission to mass-produce defense drones and the journey that led him from drone racing to the defense industry. He emphasizes the importance of vertical integration in manufacturing, the challenges and opportunities faced by the company, and the future prospects of the drone industry. The discussion highlights Neros' innovative approach to creating unmanned systems that could change the very nature of modern warfare.
🤝Join The EEcosystem Community for more free engineering resources and member-only benefits at https://theeecosystem.com
📘 Visit The EEcosystem Website receive a free 90-day subscription to all of Eric Bogatin's training at The Signal Integrity Academy and more technical downloads and community member benefits.
👨🏽💻For free Technical Resources and to Learn more about Keysight Pathwave EDA Software Solutions visit the homepage now.
💻 Visit Cofactr for AI-Powered real-time part data Intelligence and supply chain connected workflow and logistics.
🔗For all of your high-speed and RF connectors visit the Samtec website and access excellent engineering resources while you are there.
⛰️Visit Summit Interconnect for all your complex PCB manufacturing needs.
🌎 Visit Isola Group global for High performance laminates and prepreg materials for PCB manufacturing, as well as new IC packaging interposer
💽 For high complexity EDA solutions visit SIEMENS EDA Website
💡For a free subscription Signal Integrity Journal and articles about SI/PI/EMI, news and technical resources follow the link above.
📰 Subscribe to Analog io a grass-roots weekly Newsletter written by hardware engineers, for hardware engineers!
📡 For Custom RF and MW PCBs visit the Transline Technology Website to learn more.
🔌 Picotest specializes in high fidelity testing and measurement tools, primarily for power-related applications. Visit their website for more product information and excellent training materials from expert Steve Sandler
Wednesday Feb 26, 2025
Wednesday Feb 26, 2025
Hardware engineers depend heavily on a secure and resilient US supply chain to support product innovation and protect mission-critical technologies domestically. In this episode, David Schild, Executive Director of the Printed Circuit Board Association of America, joins us to share what’s currently happening in the industry and on Capitol Hill to ensure Congress understands the critical need for a more robust US microelectronics supply chain, at the PCB, packaging, and materials level.
🤝Join The EEcosystem Community for more free engineering resources and member-only benefits at https://theeecosystem.com
Episode Links:
PCBAA Website
https://www.pcbaa.org/
PCBAA LinkedIn Company Page
https://www.linkedin.com/company/printed-circuit-board-association-of-america/posts/?feedView=all
Sponsor Links:
📘 Visit The EEcosystem Website receive a free 90-day subscription to all of Eric Bogatin's training at The Signal Integrity Academy and more technical downloads and community member benefits.
👨🏽💻For free Technical Resources and to Learn more about Keysight Pathwave EDA Software Solutions visit the homepage now.
💻 Visit Cofactr for AI-Powered real-time part data Intelligence and supply chain connected workflow and logistics.
🔗For all of your high-speed and RF connectors visit the Samtec website and access excellent engineering resources while you are there.
⛰️Visit Summit Interconnect for all your complex PCB manufacturing needs.
🌎 Visit Isola Group global for High performance laminates and prepreg materials for PCB manufacturing, as well as new IC packaging interposer
💽 For high complexity EDA solutions visit SIEMENS EDA Website
💡For a free subscription Signal Integrity Journal and articles about SI/PI/EMI, news and technical resources follow the link above.
📰 Subscribe to Analog io a grass-roots weekly Newsletter written by hardware engineers, for hardware engineers!
📡 For Custom RF and MW PCBs visit the Transline Technology Website to learn more.
🔌 Picotest specializes in high fidelity testing and measurement tools, primarily for power-related applications. Visit their website for more product information and excellent training materials from expert Steve Sandler
Tuesday Jan 28, 2025
Tuesday Jan 28, 2025
Listen to this conversation with Judy Warner and Eric Bogatin as he shares insights ahead of DesignCon 2025, exploring advancements in interconnects, solutions to power distribution and thermal management challenges, and opportunities for engineers to grow. Don’t miss this engaging discussion, packed with resources and strategies to help you grow and thrive as a professional engineer!
Episode Links:
Eric Bogatin, DesignCon 2025 Presentations
https://dcon25.mapyourshow.com/8_0/explore/session-gallery.cfm?sessionspeakers=348
Join The EEcosystem today for these FREE Eric Bogatin Resources. Register here: https://theeecosystem.com
Free 90-day access to the Signal Integrity Academy with over 200 hours of Eric Bogatins online training
Free Download to Eric Bogatin’s 100+ tips for PCB to help avoid Signal Integrity Problems
Signal Integrity Journal University
https://www.signalintegrityjournal.com/articles/3546-sij-university
Sponsor Links:
📘 Visit The EEcosystem Website receive a free 90-day subscription to all of Eric Bogatin's training at The Signal Integrity Academy and more technical downloads and community member benefits.
👨🏽💻For free Technical Resources and to Learn more about Keysight Pathwave EDA Software Solutions visit the homepage now.
💻 Visit Cofactr for AI-Powered real-time part data Intelligence and supply chain connected workflow and logistics.
🔗For all of your high-speed and RF connectors visit the Samtec website and access excellent engineering resources while you are there.
⛰️Visit Summit Interconnect for all your complex PCB manufacturing needs.
🌎 Visit Isola Group global for High performance laminates and prepreg materials for PCB manufacturing, as well as new IC packaging interposer
💽 For high complexity EDA solutions visit SIEMENS EDA Website
💡For a free subscription Signal Integrity Journal and articles about SI/PI/EMI, news and technical resources follow the link above.
📰 Subscribe to Analog io a grass-roots weekly Newsletter written by hardware engineers, for hardware engineers!
📡 For Custom RF and MW PCBs visit the Transline Technology Website to learn more. Visit
🔌 Picotest specializes in high fidelity testing and measurement tools, primarily for power-related applications. Visit their website for more product information and excellent training materials from expert Steve Sandler
Friday Jan 24, 2025
Friday Jan 24, 2025
In this conversation, Judy Warner and Roberto Piacentini Filho discuss the latest technology trends, particularly AI, and its impact on design engineering. Roberto shares insights on how Keysight empowers innovation at the chip and systems level for emerging AI and data center technologies. He also discusses the challenges of scaling up AI and the importance of virtual prototyping. They also highlight the demonstrations and educational sessions at DesignCon, emphasizing the need for effective tools and collaboration in the design process.
🤝Join The EEcosystem Community for more free engineering resources and member-only benefits at https://theeecosystem.com
Episode Links:
Keysight DesignCon 2025 Page https://www.keysight.com/us/en/events/america/tradeshows/designcon.html
PDN and Power Integrity Podcast with Heidi Barnes, Steven Sandler, and Benjamin Dannan https://youtu.be/zCE_Uw8yCxU
Chiplet Podcast with Stephen Slater https://youtu.be/9MF1bVVdq7k?si=4xHrNusfe5v2sDe4
Sponsor Links:
📘 Visit The EEcosystem Website receive a free 90-day subscription to all of Eric Bogatin's training at The Signal Integrity Academy and more technical downloads and community member benefits.
👨🏽💻For free Technical Resources and to Learn more about Keysight Pathwave EDA Software Solutions visit the homepage now.
💻 Visit Cofactr for AI-Powered real-time part data Intelligence and supply chain connected workflow and logistics.
🔗For all of your high-speed and RF connectors visit the Samtec website and access excellent engineering resources while you are there.
⛰️Visit Summit Interconnect for all your complex PCB manufacturing needs.
🌎 Visit Isola Group global for High performance laminates and prepreg materials for PCB manufacturing, as well as new IC packaging interposer
💽 For high complexity EDA solutions visit SIEMENS EDA Website
💡For a free subscription Signal Integrity Journal and articles about SI/PI/EMI, news and technical resources follow the link above.
📰 Subscribe to Analog io a grass-roots weekly Newsletter written by hardware engineers, for hardware engineers!
📡 For Custom RF and MW PCBs visit the Transline Technology Website to learn more. Visit
🔌 Picotest specializes in high fidelity testing and measurement tools, primarily for power-related applications. Visit their website for more product information and excellent training materials from expert Steve Sandler
Thursday Jan 23, 2025
Thursday Jan 23, 2025
Judy Warner chats with Steven M. Sandler, Heidi, and Benjamin Dannan about what’s ahead at DesignCon 2025. They dive into tackling 2000-amp power systems, solving power and signal integrity challenges, and why collaboration drives innovation. Plus, hear about Ben’s new venture, Signal Edge Solutions, and the systems-based strategies reshaping hardware engineering. Don’t miss this must-listen for forward-thinking engineers!
📘 Visit The EEcosystem Website receive a free 90-day subscription to 200+ hours of Eric Bogatin's training at The Signal Integrity Academy and get more free technical downloads and community member benefits.
Episode Links:
Tutorial – Power Delivery Network Master Class on 2000A: How to Design, Simulate & Validate (Steve, Heidi & Ben and Idan)
https://dcon25.mapyourshow.com/8_0/sessions/session-details.cfm?scheduleid=28
Steve Sandler Sessions
https://dcon25.mapyourshow.com/8_0/explore/session-gallery.cfm?sessionspeakers=27
Ben Dannan Sessions
https://dcon25.mapyourshow.com/8_0/explore/session-gallery.cfm?sessionspeakers=25
Heidi Barnes Sessions
https://dcon25.mapyourshow.com/8_0/explore/session-gallery.cfm?sessionspeakers=26
DesignCon 2025 Homepage
https://designcon.com
Sponsor Links
👨🏽💻For free Technical Resources and to Learn more about Keysight Pathwave EDA Software Solutions visit the homepage now.
💻 Visit Cofactr for AI-Powered real-time part data Intelligence and supply chain connected workflow and logistics.
🔗For all of your high-speed and RF connectors visit the Samtec website and access excellent engineering resources while you are there.
⛰️Visit Summit Interconnect for all your complex PCB manufacturing needs.
🌎 Visit Isola Group global for High performance laminates and prepreg materials for PCB manufacturing, as well as new IC packaging interposer
💽 For high complexity EDA solutions visit SIEMENS EDA Website
💡For a free subscription Signal Integrity Journal and articles about SI/PI/EMI, news and technical resources follow the link above.
📰 Subscribe to Analog io a grass-roots weekly Newsletter written by hardware engineers, for hardware engineers!
📡 For Custom RF and MW PCBs visit the Transline Technology Website to learn more. Visit
🔌 Picotest specializes in high fidelity testing and measurement tools, primarily for power-related applications. Visit their website for more product information and excellent training materials from expert Steve Sandler
Wednesday Jan 22, 2025
Wednesday Jan 22, 2025
In this second installment of our special DesignCon pregame podcast series, Judy Warner and Suzanne Deffree, Group Event Director of Informa, discuss the upcoming DesignCon 2025, celebrating its 30th anniversary. They explore the event's significance, who should attend, the educational opportunities available, and the various events planned. Suzanne shares insights into the keynote speakers and the importance of networking within the engineering community, emphasizing the value to both established and emerging professionals coming together at the conference.
Episode Links:
https://designcon.com
Use The EEcosystem Promo code ECCO for 15% off the conference pass and a free pass for the expo floor!
Sponsor Links:
🤝Join The EEcosystem Community for more free engineering resources and member-only benefits at https://theeecosystem.com
📘 Visit The EEcosystem Website receive a free 90-day subscription to all of Eric Bogatin's training at The Signal Integrity Academy and more technical downloads and community member benefits.
👨🏽💻For free Technical Resources and to Learn more about Keysight Pathwave EDA Software Solutions visit the homepage now.
💻 Visit Cofactr for AI-Powered real-time part data Intelligence and supply chain connected workflow and logistics.
🔗For all of your high-speed and RF connectors visit the Samtec website and access excellent engineering resources while you are there.
⛰️Visit Summit Interconnect for all your complex PCB manufacturing needs.
🌎 Visit Isola Group global for High performance laminates and prepreg materials for PCB manufacturing, as well as new IC packaging interposer
💽 For high complexity EDA solutions visit SIEMENS EDA Website
💡For a free subscription Signal Integrity Journal and articles about SI/PI/EMI, news and technical resources follow the link above.
📰 Subscribe to Analog io a grass-roots weekly Newsletter written by hardware engineers, for hardware engineers!
📡 For Custom RF and MW PCBs visit the Transline Technology Website to learn more. Visit
🔌 Picotest specializes in high fidelity testing and measurement tools, primarily for power-related applications. Visit their website for more product information and excellent training materials from expert Steve Sandler
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