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Bob Pease Is Leaving National, But Not Electronic Design


Richard Gawel

March 18, 2009

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The rumors are true. National Semiconductor’s sweeping layoff plans include Bob Pease. But that doesn’t mean he’s leaving Electronic Design. He is one of the inaugural members of our Engineering Hall of Fame and the most popular columnist on our staff. We will continue to present his latest musings—whether they’re on the best way to get more power out of your next design, responding to questions from readers, or recalling his latest adventure in far-off lands. We consider it a privilege and an honor to carry his byline. His e-mail address may change, but rest assured that Bob will still get the “last word” in every issue of Electronic Design.

In fact, we want to hear from you if you’re a fan of Bob’s wit and wisdom. Is his column the first page you turn to in every issue? Would you like to see more of his work online, through blogs or even video? Maybe you’d like to see him in person at some road shows. Leave us a note through the commenting box below or send us an e-mail. Analog engineering isn’t dead, not by a long shot. Just take a look at Bob’s column from last fall—“What’s All This Analog Engineering Stuff, Anyhow?” And we’re committed to bringing you the best ideas that the industry—and Bob—have to offer.

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  • Greg Bell
    3 years ago
    May 26, 2009


    San Jose, CA 5/25/2009

    Bob Pease
    Dear Bob;

    My friends and I are not able to accept that you and National Semiconductor are two separate entities. To us, you and National Semiconductor are one.

    We met at Wescon some 16 years ago. About 10 years ago I went to one of your talks. You had a teeter tooter balancing a marble, and your VW is something I will always remember. Would like to have been at one of your presentations at one of your world tours, but was not able. About two years ago, at DesignCon, I talked to Brain Halla, (I am also a University of Nebraska BSEE) regarding how you were doing, and told him you were the best PR the company could have.

    Read about your parting ways in the Mercury News, Mike Cassidy. Great article. Can’t wait to see what happens when you contact Cisco and other companies in the area, I’m staying tuned. Are you currently doing any articles?

    I worked at Hughes Aircraft, Memorex, and most recently Apogee Power. All three companies are no longer. I am helping my wife Pearl Bell, who is a Silicon Valley real estate veteran. She is with Alain Pinel Realtors in Saratoga. We are both Brokers Associates. Our combined years of experience and knowledge in this field are a real plus.


    By the way, there is a good program broadcasted on PBS Nova called fractals.

    Our email is rudometkin@sbcglobal.net and pbell@apr.com.
    408-204-7077-Direct

    Thanks Bob, the best to you!


    Greg Bell

  • Greg Bell
    3 years ago
    May 26, 2009


    San Jose, CA 5/25/2009

    Bob Pease
    Dear Bob;

    My friends and I are not able to accept that you and National Semiconductor are two separate entities. To us, you and National Semiconductor are one.

    We met at Wescon some 16 years ago. About 10 years ago I went to one of your talks. You had a teeter tooter balancing a marble, and your VW is something I will always remember. Would like to have been at one of your presentations at one of your world tours, but was not able. About two years ago, at DesignCon, I talked to Brain Halla, (I am also a University of Nebraska BSEE) regarding how you were doing, and told him you were the best PR the company could have.

    Read about your parting ways in the Mercury News, Mike Cassidy. Great article. Can’t wait to see what happens when you contact Cisco and other companies in the area, I’m staying tuned. Are you currently doing any articles?

    I worked at Hughes Aircraft, Memorex, and most recently Apogee Power. All three companies are no longer. I am helping my wife Pearl Bell, who is a Silicon Valley real estate veteran. She is with Alain Pinel Realtors in Saratoga. We are both Brokers Associates. Our combined years of experience and knowledge in this field are a real plus.


    By the way, there is a good program broadcasted on PBS Nova called fractals.

    Our email is rudometkin@sbcglobal.net and pbell@apr.com.
    408-204-7077-Direct

    Thanks Bob, the best to you!


    Greg Bell

  • Greg Bell
    3 years ago
    May 26, 2009


    San Jose, CA 5/25/2009

    Bob Pease
    Dear Bob;

    My friends and I are not able to accept that you and National Semiconductor are two separate entities. To us, you and National Semiconductor are one.

    We met at Wescon some 16 years ago. About 10 years ago I went to one of your talks. You had a teeter tooter balancing a marble, and your VW is something I will always remember. Would like to have been at one of your presentations at one of your world tours, but was not able. About two years ago, at DesignCon, I talked to Brain Halla, (I am also a University of Nebraska BSEE) regarding how you were doing, and told him you were the best PR the company could have.

    Read about your parting ways in the Mercury News, Mike Cassidy. Great article. Can’t wait to see what happens when you contact Cisco and other companies in the area, I’m staying tuned. Are you currently doing any articles?

    I worked at Hughes Aircraft, Memorex, and most recently Apogee Power. All three companies are no longer. I am helping my wife Pearl Bell, who is a Silicon Valley real estate veteran. She is with Alain Pinel Realtors in Saratoga. We are both Brokers Associates. Our combined years of experience and knowledge in this field are a real plus.


    By the way, there is a good program broadcasted on PBS Nova called fractals.

    Our email is rudometkin@sbcglobal.net and pbell@apr.com.
    408-204-7077-Direct

    Thanks Bob, the best to you!


    Greg Bell

  • Mike Druckenmiller
    3 years ago
    Apr 15, 2009

    As a tech with an abiding love for Electronics, when I worked in a place where ED was available I always grabbed the first "loose" copy and turned to Bob's Column.

    Even after he thumped me rather soundly. :)

  • Mike Druckenmiller
    3 years ago
    Apr 15, 2009

    As a tech with an abiding love for Electronics, when I worked in a place where ED was available I always grabbed the first "loose" copy and turned to Bob's Column.

    Even after he thumped me rather soundly. :)

  • Mike Druckenmiller
    3 years ago
    Apr 15, 2009

    As a tech with an abiding love for Electronics, when I worked in a place where ED was available I always grabbed the first "loose" copy and turned to Bob's Column.

    Even after he thumped me rather soundly. :)

  • Mike Druckenmiller
    3 years ago
    Apr 15, 2009

    As a tech with an abiding love for Electronics, when I worked in a place where ED was available I always grabbed the first "loose" copy and turned to Bob's Column.

    Even after he thumped me rather soundly. :)

  • Mike Druckenmiller
    3 years ago
    Apr 15, 2009

    As a tech with an abiding love for Electronics, when I worked in a place where ED was available I always grabbed the first "loose" copy and turned to Bob's Column.

    Even after he thumped me rather soundly. :)

  • Mike Druckenmiller
    3 years ago
    Apr 15, 2009

    As a tech with an abiding love for Electronics, when I worked in a place where ED was available I always grabbed the first "loose" copy and turned to Bob's Column.

    Even after he thumped me rather soundly. :)

  • Joe Sousa
    3 years ago
    Apr 06, 2009

    I look forward to reading Bob's future columns, and any media expansion that could further harvest his fertile mind.

    Bob has been a life-long outside-the-box thinker.

    With his long experience, he also contributes from history, which is outside the box of young minds.

    Long live and prosper,
    -Joe Sousa

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