Circuit Break Podcast by MacroFab Will No Longer Continue We've truly enjoyed every moment of bringing this content to you, and we're incredibly grateful for your support and engagement. While we won't be producing new episodes, all of our previous episodes will remain available on your favorite platforms for you to revisit anytime. Thank you once again for being a part of our journey.
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MacroFab Engineering Podcast

Conversations about electronics, hardware, and the engineering life. Hosted by Parker Dillmann and Stephen Kraig.

The EU Charges Apple Up, Down with Slack, Don’t Go Changin’
EP 395 September 15, 2023

The EU Charges Apple Up, Down with Slack, Don’t Go Changin’

Discussion on USB-C, EU chargers, tech, Slack GUI, government regulation, tech innovation and reverse polarity.

GPUs D.O.A, Reverse Polarity Problems, A 3D Printer Pickle
EP 394 September 8, 2023

GPUs D.O.A, Reverse Polarity Problems, A 3D Printer Pickle

Dead on Arrival for high end GPUs. Why do so many consumer electronics not have reverse polarity protection?

Recyclable PCBs, EOL Design, Cold Cuts
EP 393 September 1, 2023

Recyclable PCBs, EOL Design, Cold Cuts

Infineon’s use of recyclable PCBs to create a soluboard. An examination of the new Arduino Uno, Minima and Wifi, plus a CNC and saw blade update.

Interviewing Matthew Prater
EP 392 August 25, 2023

Interviewing Matthew Prater

Matt has taught Robotics at University of Advancing Technology since 2019 and worked in Pharmaceutical Industry 15 years at Cardinal Health.

DFS: Design for Snackey
EP 391 August 18, 2023

DFS: Design for Snackey

This special episode is recorded at DEF CON, the annual hacker community gathering in Las Vegas.

Kathy Joseph and The Lightning Tamers
EP 390 August 11, 2023

Kathy Joseph and The Lightning Tamers

A physicist and electrical engineering historian, tells human stories behind electricity's evolution. Learn from experiments and eccentric scientists.

The aCADemy of Education - Joshua Manley of CADClass.org
EP 389 August 4, 2023

The aCADemy of Education - Joshua Manley of CADClass.org

This week, Josh Manley, Co-Owner & CEO of CADClass.org, shares their expertise in software and design education.

CHIPS Can’t Dip
EP 388 July 28, 2023

CHIPS Can’t Dip

This week we’re joined by David Schild, the Executive Director of the Printed Circuit Board Association of America (PCBAA).

Recursive Vending Machines
EP 387 July 21, 2023

Recursive Vending Machines

Join us as we chat with Hyr0n and Zapp from AND!XOR Group about their iconic badges for DEF CON 31.

When Will AI Replace Podcast Hosts?
EP 386 July 14, 2023

When Will AI Replace Podcast Hosts?

Delve into the world of AI in chip design, exploring the limitations and benefits, its impact on the labor market, and the future of this technology.

Mislabeled Levels of Hell
EP 385 June 30, 2023

Mislabeled Levels of Hell

We kick off this week with a timely discussion of whether you can cook food on the engine of your car; how hot would your exhaust pipes even need to be?

Derivative Learning or Mathematical Consequences
EP 384 June 23, 2023

Derivative Learning or Mathematical Consequences

The missing submarine near Titanic sparks discussion on using a gamepad, deep sea exploration regulations, and the need for backups in critical systems.