In this episode of The EEcosystem Podcast, Judy Warner sits down with Steve Hillerich, Product Manager at Samtec, to explore the breakthrough potential of Glass Core Technology (GCT). Discover how Samtec is redefining high-speed interconnects, miniaturization, and system integration by controlling every aspect of glass substrate development—from TGV drilling to RDL patterning.

Plus, get a sneak peek at Samtec’s upcoming demos at IMS and their exciting work on a Process Design Kit (PDK) for custom glass board designs.

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💻 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

In this conversation, Eli Hughes discusses his journey as a “full-stack hardware engineer” and his work with NXP as a technical content creator. He discusses how he’s leveraged the NXP FRDM (Freedom) development platform and the importance of hands-on learning in engineering education. He emphasizes the accessibility of modern development tools and their impact on both students and professionals in the field. The conversation also covers various applications and use cases for FRDM and other open-source tools.

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Episode Links:

FRDM Development board and designs

https://www.nxp.com/design/design-center/development-boards-and-designs/frdm-development-boards:FRDM?cid=ad_pro25006_tac2183350

Application Code Hub

https://mcuxpresso.nxp.com/appcodehub

Expansion Board Hub

https://mcuxpresso.nxp.com/eb-hub

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📘 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.

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💻 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

Sean Patterson, CTO of Summit Interconnect, joins Judy Warner to explore how AI is transforming PCB manufacturing and design engineering. They discuss industry challenges, workforce adaptation, and how AI can drive collaboration and innovation. Sean also introduces CrossGen.ai, his new online community designed to help engineers and tech professionals navigate the future of AI-driven work.

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Episode Links:

Summit Website https://summitinterconnect.com/

CrosGen AI Community https://www.crossgen-ai.com/

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📘 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

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.

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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

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

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🤝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

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.

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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