Electronics Explained

A fresh look at modern electronics. Assuming no prior knowledge of the subject, this title offers a comprehensive introduction to many areas of electronics. Appropriate for all abilities, it explains how useful systems, such as computers and mobile phones, can be assembled from a small range of integrated circuits. This is a valuable course text for Advanced Subsidiary and Advanced GCE Electronics and for any other advanced electronics course.

A industry veteran gives readers the real scoop on electronic product fundamentals as they are today. This book touches upon TV, audio, satellite, radio, wireless communication, and networking.

Previously published as: Electronics made simple / Ian Sinclair. 2002. 2nd ed.

Electronics Explained, Second Edition, takes a systems based approach to the fundamentals of electronics, covering the different types of electronic circuits, how they work, and how they fit together to create modern electronic equipment, enabling you to apply, use, select, operate and discuss common electronic products and systems. This new edition has been updated to show the latest technological trends with added coverage of: Internet of Things (IoT) Machine-to-Machine (M2M) technology Ethernet to 100 Gb/s Wi-Fi, Bluetooth and other wireless technologies 5G New Radio cellular standards Microcontrollers and programming with the Arduino, BASIC Stamp and others Learn about the basic components of electronics such as resistors, capacitors, inductors, transformers, diodes, transistors, and integrated circuits Discover different types of circuits, using the functional block diagram approach which makes it easy to understand their purpose and application Get involved with Hands-On projects in each chapter, using components and ICs with the breadboarding socket

Based on familiar circuit theory and basic physics, this book serves as an invaluable reference for both analog and digital engineers alike. For those who work with analog RF, this book is a must-have resource. With computers and networking equipment of the 21st century running at such high frequencies, it is now crucial for digital designers to understand electromagnetic fields, radiation and transmission lines. This knowledge is necessary for maintaining signal integrity and achieving EMC compliance. Since many digital designers are lacking in analog design skills, let alone electromagnetics, an easy-to-read but informative book on electromagnetic topics should be considered a welcome addition to their professional libraries. Covers topics using conceptual explanations and over 150 lucid figures, in place of complex mathematics Demystifies antennas, waveguides, and transmission line phenomena Provides the foundation necessary to thoroughly understand signal integrity issues associated with high-speed digital design

This introduction to circuit design is unusual in several respects. First, it offers not just explanations, but a full course. Each of the twenty-five sessions begins with a discussion of a particular sort of circuit followed by the chance to try it out and see how it actually behaves. Accordingly, students understand the circuit's operation in a way that is deeper and much more satisfying than the manipulation of formulas. Second, it describes circuits that more traditional engineering introductions would postpone: on the third day, we build a radio receiver; on the fifth day, we build an operational amplifier from an array of transistors. The digital half of the course centers on applying microcontrollers, but gives exposure to Verilog, a powerful Hardware Description Language. Third, it proceeds at a rapid pace but requires no prior knowledge of electronics. Students gain intuitive understanding through immersion in good circuit design.

An all-in-one resource on everything electronics-related! For almost 30 years, this book has been a classic text forelectronics enthusiasts. Now completely updated for today'stechnology, this latest version combines concepts, self-tests, andhands-on projects to offer you a completely repackaged and revisedresource. This unique self-teaching guide featureseasy-to-understand explanations that are presented in auser-friendly format to help you learn the essentials you need towork with electronic circuits. All you need is a general understanding of electronics conceptssuch as Ohm's law and current flow, and an acquaintance withfirst-year algebra. The question-and-answer format, illustrativeexperiments, and self-tests at the end of each chapter make it easyfor you to learn at your own speed. Boasts a companion website that includes more than twentyfull-color, step-by-step projects Shares hands-on practice opportunities and conceptualbackground information to enhance your learning process Targets electronics enthusiasts who already have a basicknowledge of electronics but are interested in learning more aboutthis fascinating topic on their own Features projects that work with the multimeter, breadboard,function generator, oscilloscope, bandpass filter, transistoramplifier, oscillator, rectifier, and more You're sure to get a charge out of the vast coverage included inComplete Electronics Self-Teaching Guide with Projects!

Don’t worry if you never took a physics course, you can easily update your electronics knowledge by following Lou’s clear and logical systems-level approach. When you finish this book you will understand different types of electronic circuits, how they work, and how they fit together to create modern electronic equipment, enabling you to apply, use, select, operate and discuss common electronic products and systems. And all this is explained using basic functional building blocks rather than detailed circuit analysis! Introduces you to the principles that form the basis of electronics, including the core concepts of how to generate current flow, how to control it, and magnetism. Learn about the basic components of electronics such as resistors, capacitors, inductors, transformers, diodes, transistors, and integrated circuits. Discover different types of circuits, using the functional block diagram approach which makes it easy to understand their purpose and application without requiring nitty-gritty circuit analysis. Get a grip on embedded controllers, the single-chip microcontrollers that are built into virtually every electronic device. Get involved with Hands-On projects in each chapter. A fresh look at how electronics work Learn about the inner workings of your HDTV, cell phone, and video game console Hands-on projects and experiments bring electronics to life