I'm an Advanced Electronics & High-Speed PCB Architect
Somnath Singh
Founder of “PCB Yantra Labs.” Dedicated to mastering the underlying physics of high-speed signals to architect complex, high-density electronic systems. I leverage a deep foundation in analog electronics to solve critical board-level challenges, ensuring system reliability through rigorous analysis and precision debugging. My mission is to deliver high-performance, multi-layer boards where signal integrity meets engineering perfection.
About Me
Founder of “PCB Yantra Labs.” Dedicated to mastering high-speed hardware design and bridging the gap between research and physical implementation
A Decade of Hardware Evolution: 2016 – 2026
My professional journey began in 2016 with a single hobby project and has evolved into a decade-long pursuit of mastering the physics of hardware. I hold a Master’s degree from National Tsing Hua University (2023), where I focused on the critical intersection of advanced research and manufacturable systems. I operate at the high-end of intermediate design, moving toward expert-level implementation with a rigorous, physics-first approach.
I specialize in high-speed digital architecture (8+ layers) involving LPDDR4 SDRAM and PCIe interfaces, with a strict focus on Signal and Power Integrity (SI/PI). Grounded in Analog CMOS IC Design and Mixed-Signal Integration, I utilize advanced simulation-driven workflows in Altium Designer to ensure every board is optimized for high-yield manufacturing and reliability.
What Services I'm Providing
Leveraging a decade of hardware evolution (2016–2026) to bridge the gap between advanced research and physical, manufacturable hardware.
Advanced High-Speed PCB Layout
Complex Multi-layer Design: Specializing in 8+ layer stackup architectures and precision routing for high-density interfaces like LPDDR4 SDRAM, DDR4, and PCIe.
High-Speed Signal Classing: Utilizing Altium Designer xSignals and hierarchical structures to manage massive pin-package delays and timing-critical nets.
- Manufacturing Standards: Adhering to IPC Standards for Design for Manufacturing (DFM) and Assembly (DFA) to ensure high-yield production from the first prototype.
Hardware System Architecture
Full-Cycle Development: Leading projects from complex mixed-signal schematics to validated hardware, including RK3399 System-on-Module (SOM) and Ethernet PHY integration.
Precision Analog Front-Ends: Designing high-performance interface circuits with precise bandwidths and high-gain architectures (200 V/V) based on Analog CMOS IC Design principles.
Power Converter Design: Architecture and implementation of high-efficiency Buck/Boost converters and H-Bridge systems using custom magnetic component design.
SI/PI Analysis & Simulation
Signal Integrity (SI): Performing rigorous analysis on return paths, differential impedance matching, and crosstalk mitigation to ensure zero-defect signal transmission.
Power Integrity (PI): Validating Power Delivery Networks (PDN) and optimizing decoupling strategies to maintain stable energy delivery for high-bandwidth silicon.
EMI/EMC Optimization: Applying advanced layout techniques to minimize electromagnetic interference and ensure system-level qualification for global certifications.
Work Experience
Focus: Leading the architecture of high-speed digital systems and complex hardware designs.
- Specialization: Implementing 8+ layer PCB layouts with a physics-first approach to ensure Signal and Power Integrity (SI/PI) for high-bandwidth interfaces like LPDDR4 SDRAM and PCIe.
Focus: Managed full-lifecycle development of professional electronic boards, from layout planning to physical hardware implementation.
Specialization: Expert operation of EDA tool chains for PCB Layout, circuit board schematic design, and advanced routing in a high-demand R&D environment.
Focus: Architected Electronic Power Systems (EPS) for small satellite missions, including generation and storage unit boards.
Impact: Coordinated hardware prototypes with leading aerospace scientists and provided technical mentorship to over 150 students in systems engineering.
Focus: Bridged the gap between theoretical NanoEngineering research and physical hardware during my Master’s at National Tsing Hua University.
Specialization: Developed high-performance interface circuits and focused on translating complex academic concepts into robust, manufacturable systems.
Focus: Established PCByantra Labs to document a decade of hardware evolution and share high-level engineering insights with the global community.
Impact: Bridging the gap between theory and practice through content creation and technical guidance for the next generation of hardware designers.
System Architectures & Validation
Bridging the gap between theory and reality through a physics-first, simulation-driven workflow. We optimize every high-speed architecture for signal integrity and thermal stability to ensure first-pass success in the most demanding hardware environments
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