Electronic Design Technology: From Circuits to Smart Systems

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Year : 2026 | Volume : 17 | 01 | Page :
    By

    Dr. V. Basil Hans,

  1. Research Professor, Department of Commerce & Management and Humanities & Social Sciences, Srinivas University, Mangalore, Karnataka, India

Abstract

Electronic Design Technology has changed a lot over the years. It has gone from making simple circuits to making smart, complicated systems that run modern life. This article looks at how electronic design methods have changed over time, focusing on important improvements in tools, materials, and integrated systems. It looks at how new technologies like computer-aided design (CAD), embedded systems, and automation have made product creation faster, more accurate, and more scalable. The report also talks about how smart technologies like the Internet of Things (IoT), artificial intelligence, and miniaturisation are becoming more important in making the next generation of electronic gadgets. Electronic design technology keeps pushing the envelope in fields including healthcare, communication, automotive, and consumer electronics by combining traditional circuit design with intelligent system integration. Furthermore, the growing use of cloud-based design platforms, digital twins, and sophisticated simulation methods is hastening innovation and shortening the time required to bring complex electronic systems to market. These advancements are promoting a design environment that is more collaborative and driven by data. The article ends by talking about current problems and future chances, stressing how important it is to use sustainable design, work with people from other fields, and keep up with new technology in a world that is becoming more linked.

Keywords: Electronic Design Technology, Embedded Systems, the Internet of Things (IoT), Computer-Aided Design (CAD), and Smart Systems

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Dr. V. Basil Hans. Electronic Design Technology: From Circuits to Smart Systems. Journal of Electronic Design Technology. 2026; 17(01):-.
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Volume 17
01
Received 28/03/2026
Accepted 31/03/2026
Published 02/04/2026
Publication Time 5 Days
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