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Register Now for the IPC Design Competition 2024
December 19, 2023 | IPC StaffEstimated reading time: 1 minute
Every year, thousands of printed board design engineers spend countless hours completing and perfecting their designs. IPC is inviting these designers to put their skills to the test and compete to become the IPC Design Champion of 2024.
“I’m really excited about the IPC Design Competition,” said Patrick Crawford, Manager of Design Standards. “There’s still time to register, so don’t miss out.”
As in previous years, the IPC Design Competition is composed of two parts: a Virtual Heat and a Finals Heat. Each heat features a board design created especially for this competition by IPC instructor Kris Moyer.
The Virtual Heat consists of a full board buildup, starting with a component BOM, schematic, and use-case brief. Competitors will be responsible for completing the board and exporting a documentation package via Gerber or IPC-2581. Competitors can use their own preferred EDA tools.
This year, IPC has made this design easier to complete in the time allotted. The preliminary designs should take no longer than 10-12 hours for the average designer to complete. Competitors have 25 days to complete their Virtual Heat design and are judged on their implementation of design rules and layout per IPC standards as well as general implementation of DFX principles.
The Finalist Heat will take place at IPC APEX EXPO in Anaheim, California on April 9, 2024. Three finalists will be invited to IPC APEX EXPO for an in-person layout showdown. Competitors will be provided complimentary short-term licenses of Altium Designer to use for the Finals Heat.
Can you route the best board and take home the prize? If you think you have what it takes, register now by clicking here.
Registration closes January 12, 2024, so don’t wait!
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05/17/2024 | Andy Shaughnessy, Design007 MagazineThis week, trade shows are at the top of our feed, with our coverage of the Del Mar Electronics and Manufacturing Show and IPC APEX EXPO. These two longtime events are almost polar opposites in size and scope, but Del Mar seems to be expanding from its roots as a “neighborhood gathering” with its move into the Del Mar Fairgrounds. The Del Mar show always has a good “buzz factor,” which is something you can’t buy.
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IPC Raymond E. Pritchard Hall of Fame Award: Pierre-Jean Albrieux
05/10/2024 | Marcy LaRont, PCB007 MagazineCongratulations to Pierre-Jean Albrieux, who received the 2024 IPC Raymond E. Pritchard Hall of Fame Award. The award is given to individuals in recognition of the highest level of achievement, extraordinary contributions, and distinguished service to IPC and toward the advancement of the industry, including helping to create a spirit of mutual esteem, respect, and recognition among members consistent with the goals and mission of IPC.
IPC Focuses on Education and Onboarding
05/09/2024 | Andy Shaughnessy, Design007 MagazineI recently spoke with Carlos Plaza, senior director of education for IPC, about expanding educational efforts in the PCB design, fabrication, and assembly segments. As Carlos explains, PCB design is a hot topic, but onboarding may be the hottest one of all.
Real Time with… IPC APEX EXPO 2024: Industry Growth, Challenges, and Technological Advancements
05/09/2024 | Real Time with...IPC APEX EXPOEditor Nolan Johnson and Shawn DuBravac, IPC chief economist, dive into key industry topics such as growth, challenges, and technological advancements. They discuss shifts in the global competitive landscape, downstream demand, customization, and how AI is enhancing human skills. The industry outlook appears promising for both the short and long term.