Reference Books for Embedded & Hardware Design

[bignick270]

I would appreciate it if anyone could add good quality reference books that would benefit me. I graduated in May and I have forgotten a lot of the material especially hardware design wise and my job is a mixture of embedded design and hardware design.

The embedded side I am doing fine but hardware wise I am drawing blanks especially with the fundamentals such as transistors, diodes, and op-amps.

There are a ton of books out there so I am going to try this forum to see if anyone has a favorite.

 

[berkeman]

I would appreciate it if anyone could add good quality reference books that would benefit me. I graduated in May and I have forgotten a lot of the material especially hardware design wise and my job is a mixture of embedded design and hardware design.

The embedded side I am doing fine but hardware wise I am drawing blanks especially with the fundamentals such as transistors, diodes, and op-amps.

There are a ton of books out there so I am going to try this forum to see if anyone has a favorite.

You can start with the AoE by H&H, and branch out from there:

https://www.physicsforums.com/showthread.php?t=178516

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[oswaler]

As a scientist with experience in embedded and hardware design, I completely understand the need for reference books to refresh your knowledge and stay updated in the field. Here are some recommendations that I believe will benefit you:

1. "The Art of Electronics" by Paul Horowitz and Winfield Hill - This is a classic reference book for anyone involved in electronics design. It covers a wide range of topics, from basic principles to advanced techniques, with clear explanations and practical examples.

2. "Practical Electronics for Inventors" by Paul Scherz and Simon Monk - This book is great for beginners and covers the basics of electronics design, including transistors, diodes, and op-amps, in an easy-to-understand manner.

3. "Embedded Systems: Real-Time Interfacing to ARM Cortex-M Microcontrollers" by Jonathan Valvano - This book is specifically focused on embedded systems design and provides a comprehensive guide to programming microcontrollers and interfacing with peripherals.

4. "The Hardware Hacker: Adventures in Making and Breaking Hardware" by Andrew "bunnie" Huang - This book offers a unique perspective on hardware design and delves into the creative and unconventional aspects of the field.

5. "Analog Circuit Design: A Tutorial Guide to Applications and Solutions" by Bob Dobkin and Jim Williams - This book is a valuable resource for analog design, covering topics such as amplifiers, filters, and signal conditioning.

I hope these recommendations help you in your quest for reference books. Remember to also utilize online resources, such as forums and tutorials, to supplement your learning. Best of luck in your career!