PCB Design - Advanced Routing TechniquesGiven a PCB with a 10 MHz clock signal trace, which technique will most effectively reduce EMI radiated from this trace?AIncreasing the trace width without ground referenceBRouting the trace as a long, straight lineCRemoving all ground planes near the traceDAdding a series ferrite bead on the clock lineCheck Answer
Step-by-Step SolutionSolution:Step 1: Identify EMI reduction methods for clock signalsFerrite beads add impedance at high frequencies, reducing noise and EMI on clock lines.Step 2: Evaluate other optionsLong straight traces increase antenna effect; wider traces without ground increase EMI; removing ground planes worsens EMI.Final Answer:Adding a series ferrite bead on the clock line -> Option DQuick Check:Ferrite bead reduces EMI on clock lines [OK]Quick Trick: Use ferrite beads to block high-frequency noise [OK]Common Mistakes:MISTAKESThinking longer traces reduce EMIIgnoring ground plane importanceAssuming wider traces always help EMI
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