Electronics and circuits

In summary, several related posts have been merged into a single thread. The broken link to http://www.ibiblio.org/obp/electricCircuits/AC/index.html by Tony R. Kuphaldt has been replaced with a valid link to https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0036DEB8U/?tag=pfamazon01-20, where you can also find other books in the series by Kuphaldt. The link to http://www.ibiblio.org/obp/electricCircuits/Ref/index.html by Tony R. Kuphaldt has also been updated to https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0036DEB9E/?tag=pfamazon
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http://www.ibiblio.org/obp/electricCircuits/AC/index.html by Tony R. Kuphaldt.

Moderator's note: above link is broken. There is a https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0036DEB8U/?tag=pfamazon01-20

Also, you can search on Kuphaldt at amazon.com for other books in this series.
 
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Electric Circuits: Reference

http://www.ibiblio.org/obp/electricCircuits/Ref/index.html by Tony R. Kuphaldt.

Moderator's note: above link is broken. There is a https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0036DEB9E/?tag=pfamazon01-20
 
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Electric Circuits: Experiments

http://www.ibiblio.org/obp/electricCircuits/Exper/index.html by Tony R. Kuphaldt

Moderator's note: above link is broken. There is a https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0036DEB5I/?tag=pfamazon01-20
 
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Circuit Schematics (12,000+)

This site has over 12,000+ circuit schematics. This is great for hobbyist and students that want to learn and experiment.

http://www.discovercircuits.com/If you are a hobbyist, it doesn't get any better than this.
 

1. What is electricity and how does it work?

Electricity is the flow of electric charge through a conductive material. It is created by the movement of electrons, which are negatively charged particles, from one atom to another. This movement can be harnessed to power electronic devices and circuits.

2. What are the basic components of an electronic circuit?

The basic components of an electronic circuit include a power source (such as a battery), conductors (such as wires), resistors (which control the flow of electricity), capacitors (which store electric charge), and transistors (which act as switches or amplifiers).

3. How do you calculate voltage, current, and resistance in a circuit?

According to Ohm's Law, voltage (V) is equal to current (I) multiplied by resistance (R). This can be written as V=IR. To calculate voltage, current, or resistance, simply rearrange the equation and plug in the known values.

4. What are the differences between series and parallel circuits?

In a series circuit, all components are connected in a single loop, causing the same amount of current to flow through each component. In a parallel circuit, components are connected in multiple branches, allowing the current to split and flow through each component separately. Additionally, in a series circuit, the total resistance is equal to the sum of each individual resistance, while in a parallel circuit, the total resistance is less than the smallest individual resistance.

5. How do you troubleshoot and repair faulty circuits?

When troubleshooting a faulty circuit, it is important to first check the power source and make sure all connections are secure. Next, check each component for any signs of damage or malfunction. Using a multimeter, you can test for continuity and measure voltage and resistance to determine the source of the problem. If a component is faulty, it can be replaced to repair the circuit.

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