Circuit Break - A MacroFab Podcast
Dive into the electrifying world of electrical engineering with Circuit Break, a MacroFab podcast hosted by Parker Dillmann and Stephen Kraig. This dynamic duo, armed with practical experience and a palpable passion for tech, explores the latest innovations, industry news, and practical challenges in the field. From DIY project hurdles to deep dives with industry experts, Parker and Stephen's real-world insights provide an engaging learning experience that bridges theory and practice for engineers at any stage of their career.
Whether you're a student eager to grasp what the job market seeks, or an engineer keen to stay ahead in the fast-paced tech world, Circuit Break is your go-to. The hosts, alongside a vibrant community of engineers, makers, and leaders, dissect product evolutions, demystify the journey of tech from lab to market, and reverse engineer the processes behind groundbreaking advancements. Their candid discussions not only enlighten but also inspire listeners to explore the limitless possibilities within electrical engineering.
Presented by MacroFab, a leader in electronics manufacturing services, Circuit Break connects listeners directly to the forefront of PCB design, assembly, and innovation. MacroFab's platform exemplifies the seamless integration of design and manufacturing, catering to a broad audience from hobbyists to professionals.
About the hosts: Parker, an expert in Embedded System Design and DSP, and Stephen, an aficionado of audio electronics and brewing tech, bring a wealth of knowledge and a unique perspective to the show. Their backgrounds in engineering and hands-on projects make each episode a blend of expertise, enthusiasm, and practical advice.
Join the conversation and community at our online engineering forum, where we delve deeper into each episode's content, gather your feedback, and explore the topics you're curious about. Subscribe to Circuit Break on your favorite podcast platform and become part of our journey through the fascinating world of electrical engineering.
- Update frequency
- every 6 days
- Average duration
- 55 minutes
- Episodes
- 448
- Years Active
- 2016 - 2024
MEP EP#204: Forth Annual MacroFab Star Wars Christmas Special – C3PO Steals the Show
Spoiler Alert: This podcast contains HEAVY SPOILERS for Star Wars Episode 9 and The Madalorian series up to Episode 7. If you do not want spoilers turn back now.
Josh Rozier
- By day, Roz is a spre…
MEP EP#203: Lizard Brain Information - David Gunness of Fulcrum Acoustic
MEP EP#203: Lizard Brain Information - David Gunness of Fulcrum Acoustic
David Gunness
- Vice President of R&D at Fulcrum Acoustic
- Lead Product Designer
- Photographer
- Copy Writer
- Ambassador to…
MEP EP#202: Not Into The Meat Loaf
MEP EP#202: Not Into The Meat Loaf
Parker
- PinoTaur Revision 2 is ordered!
- Should be ready early January
- Cable construction and design
- Electrical Components where do they come from?
- COO …
MEP EP#201: The Wheels Are Finally Off
MEP EP#201: The Wheels Are Finally Off
Parker
- Air Raid Siren Update
- Ordered Power System for Badge Testing
- Will post the design when it is verified to work
- Looking for IC’s for the lithium b…
MEP EP#200: Rotary Alarm System
MEP EP#200: Rotary Alarm System
Parker
- Air Raid Siren Completed
- Working on the power sub system for a D.C. Badge
- Based on the successful DOOM SAO power system
- USB Type-C for “cable” power
- …
MEP EP#199: High Voltage Gyrators and KiCad Plugins
MEP EP#199: High Voltage Gyrators and KiCad Plugins
Parker
- 50V power pack update
- Managed to safely remove the cells
- Protection circuit is functioning correctly
- One of the 4 banks is “bad”
- …
MEP EP#198: Digital Razorblades
MEP EP#198: Digital Razorblades
Parker
- Pinotaur REV 2
- REV 1 is being tested inside of a pinball machine
- ABC (Automotive Butt Cooler)
- Idea for DEFCON?
- Lithium battery pack fix?
- Moth…
MEP EP#197: Designing in Color – Greg Paulsen on 3D Printing
MEP EP#197: Designing in Color – Greg Paulsen on 3D Printing
Episode 200 is Coming Up!
- Question / Answer setup like Episode 100
- Send them via Audio Format to [email protected]
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MEP EP#196: Foamy Power Factors - Electrolytic Capacitors with KEMET
MEP EP#196: Foamy Power Factors - Electrolytic Capacitors with KEMET
Episode 200 is Coming Up!
- Question / Answer setup like Episode 100
- Send them via Audio Format to [email protected]
Ivan Qu…
MEP EP#195: Mach 5 Sandpaper - MIT Rocket Team
MEP EP#195: Mach 5 Sandpaper - MIT Rocket Team
Episode 200 is Coming Up!
- Question / Answer setup like Episode 100
- Send them via Audio Format to [email protected]
Charlie Garcia
- Attended sp…
MEP EP#194: Adult supervision not required - Tilt 5 with Jeri
MEP EP#194: Adult supervision not required - Tilt 5 with Jeri
Episode 200 is Coming Up!
- Question / Answer setup like Episode 100
- Send them via Audio Format to [email protected]
MEP EP#193: Robots Have Fall Damage
MEP EP#193: Robots Have Fall Damage
Episode 200 is Coming Up!
- Question / Answer setup like Episode 100
- Send them via Audio Format to [email protected]
- Started out as a radio…
MEP EP#192: The Fourth Rule of Robotics
MEP EP#192: The Fourth Rule of Robotics
Episode 200 is Coming Up!
- Question / Answer setup like Episode 100
- Send them via Audio Format to [email protected]
Parker
- Hayward Tigershark
- Hasn…
MEP EP#191: Fork Lift Adventures Narrated by Daniel Hienzsch
MEP EP#191: Fork Lift Adventures Narrated by Daniel Hienzsch
- Founder of Rheingold Heavy and Manufacturing Reports
- Is passionate about education, and works every day to demystify t…
MEP EP#190: Sealed Tigersharks
MEP EP#190: Sealed Tigersharks
- 29 entries
- Judge List
- Winner List
- 1st : Parker Newman with the Roo…
MEP EP#189: Not Even My Final Form - Jeff Garoon on Industrial Product Design
MEP EP#189: Not Even My Final Form - Jeff Garoon on Industrial Product Design
- Y-Combinator alumni from the Winter 2016 batch
- Currently serves as COO of FlowCommand
- At FlowCommand, J…
MEP EP#188: Design Contest – Useless Machines Wrap Up
Design Contest Wrap Up - Thanks so much to our sponsor, Mouser Electronics for sponsoring the contest.
- Our Judges will be wrapping up there choices by the next podcast.
- Thanks to our judges:
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- Thanks to our judges:
MEP EP#187: Removing the Waterworld from Product Development
Removing the Waterworld from Product Development
The MacroFab Engineering Podcast Design Contest sponsored by Mouser Electronics ends this Friday August 31st! Enter your Useless Machines now! We have …
MEP EP#186: So You Want To Eat Electrons?
The MacroFab Engineering Podcast Design Contest sponsored by Mouser Electronics date has been extended! The contest is to design Useless Machines! We have cash prizes up …
MEP EP#185: What You Are Designed To Do – A Joe Grand Manufacturing Adventure
MEP EP#185: What You Are Designed To Do – A Joe Grand Manufacturing Adventure
The MacroFab Engineering Podcast Design Contest sponsored by Mouser Electronics deadline has been extended! We have cash p…