How does a two-transistors LED flasher (flip-flop) circuit work?

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The discussion focuses on the operation of a two-transistor LED flasher circuit, commonly referred to as a flip-flop circuit. Participants seek clarification on the switching mechanism of the transistors and capacitors that causes the LEDs to alternate flashing. The referenced project provides a detailed description of the circuit's functionality, illustrating how the voltage across the components influences their behavior.

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I don't know when does a capacitors and the transistors switch and turn the other off considering the voltage across them...well, on other words, don't know what makes the LEDs do the flipflop thing...HELP
 
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This is a nice little project with a description on how the circuits works:
http://www.talkingelectronics.com/Projects/FlasherCircuits/Page83FlasherCircuitsP1.html
 
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Thanks, this really helps.
 

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