Books on history of oscilloscope

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The discussion focuses on the historical development of oscilloscopes and recommends several key texts for further exploration. Notable books include "Zworykin, Pioneer of Television" by Albert Abramson (1995) and "Fundamentals of Oscilloscopes" by Nihal Kularatna (2003). Additional references include "Principles of Modern Instrumentation" by Frank Spitzer and Barry Howarth (1972) and "Wave Form Measurement" from the Hawkins Electrical Guide (1917). Online resources such as Wikipedia and Radio Electronics provide supplementary information on oscilloscope history.

PREREQUISITES
  • Understanding of basic electronics principles
  • Familiarity with the function and operation of oscilloscopes
  • Knowledge of historical context in electronic instrumentation
  • Ability to interpret technical literature and references
NEXT STEPS
  • Research "Oscilloscope History" on Wikipedia for a comprehensive overview
  • Read "Fundamentals of Oscilloscopes" by Nihal Kularatna for foundational knowledge
  • Explore "Principles of Modern Instrumentation" by Frank Spitzer for advanced concepts
  • Investigate online tutorials on oscilloscope basics from Radio Electronics
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Historians of technology, electronics students, engineers interested in instrumentation, and anyone seeking to understand the evolution of oscilloscopes.

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I'm quite curious about the history and development of oscilloscopes.

Are there any recommended books on this topic?
 
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Abramson, Albert (1995), Zworykin, pioneer of television, University of Illinois Press, ISBN 0-252-02104-5
Burns, R. W. (1998), Television: an international history of the formative years, IET, ISBN 0-85296-914-7
Hawkins, Nehemiah (1917), "Chapter 63: Wave Form Measurement", Hawkins Electrical Guide, 6 (2nd ed.), Theo. Audel and Co.
Kularatna, Nihal (2003), "Chapter 5: Fundamentals of Oscilloscopes", Digital and Analogue Instrumentation – Testing and Measurement, Institution of Engineering and Technology, ISBN 978-0-85296-999-1
Spitzer, Frank; Howarth, Barry (1972), Principles of Modern Instrumentation, New York: Holt, Rinehart and Winston, ISBN 0-03-080208-3
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Oscilloscope_historyOscilloscope history:
http://www.radio-electronics.com/info/t_and_m/oscilloscope/tutorial-basics-introduction.php

“The History and Technology of Oscilloscopes”, plus 31 references:
http://ltodi.est.ips.pt/joseper/IM/História%20dos%20Osciloscópios.PDF
 
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