PCB Layout Design
PCB Layout
Special Layout Considerations 4 in
Microcontroller Layout Considerations Headers Programming header Debugging USART header Routing considerations Micro must connect radially to all components Limit the use of vias External oscillator Precaution; internal 8 MHz oscillator seems sufficient
Power Supply Layout Considerations Multiple voltages 7.4 V battery for motor 5.0 V regulated for micro and other components Power lines Direct routing of power to each subsystem Difficult due to board size/shape Passive components Decoupling and bulk capacitors
Things to Do Add headers for unused port pins Connect headers: Analog sensor header Programming header I2C header for compass Increase thickness of power traces Add idiot-proof connectors Reverse voltage protection diode