In this article, we analyze the operation of the Class E amplifier and examine the underlying assumptions of its design equations.
In this article, we analyze the operation of the Class E amplifier and examine the underlying assumptions of its design equations.
Class E RF amplifiers are designed to produce switch waveforms with a specific set of characteristics. In this article,…
Class E RF amplifiers are designed to produce switch waveforms with a specific set of characteristics. In this article, we discuss the advantages and limitations of these waveforms.
Learn how Class E amplifiers improve on the efficiency of Class D amplifiers at RF frequencies.
Learn how Class E amplifiers improve on the efficiency of Class D amplifiers at RF frequencies.
In this Radio Shack Classic Circuits Remix, we add modern microcontroller functionality to the vintage Electronic Timer…
In this Radio Shack Classic Circuits Remix, we add modern microcontroller functionality to the vintage Electronic Timer project for the Science Fair 65-in-1 kit.
Knowles' Cornell Dubilier QAS Arc Suppressor/Snubber Network Film Capacitors are designed to extend the lifespan of…
Knowles' Cornell Dubilier QAS Arc Suppressor/Snubber Network Film Capacitors are designed to extend the lifespan of electronic and electromechanical devices by reducing electrical arcing, noise, and electromagnetic interference (EMI). Watch and learn all about their features, specs, applications, and more!
In this article, we'll learn about two important non-idealities of Class D power amplifiers and how they affect performance.
In this article, we'll learn about two important non-idealities of Class D power amplifiers and how they affect performance.
MEMS technologist Nanusens is putting its RF digitally tunable capacitors (DTCs) to new use in RF front ends to help 5G…
MEMS technologist Nanusens is putting its RF digitally tunable capacitors (DTCs) to new use in RF front ends to help 5G and 6G take off.
Knowles' Voltronics brand J Series Ceramic Chip Trimmer Capacitors are designed for high performance and stability over…
Knowles' Voltronics brand J Series Ceramic Chip Trimmer Capacitors are designed for high performance and stability over time, with minimal capacitance drift. Watch and learn all about their features, specs, applications, and more!
This project covers two fascinating and useful circuit design techniques—the Burton Transform and Dualling—that allow…
This project covers two fascinating and useful circuit design techniques—the Burton Transform and Dualling—that allow us to transform a passive network into an active network while building an audio noise filter.
In an early look at on-chip power, researchers have demonstrated that thin-film micro-capacitors can be fabricated on…
In an early look at on-chip power, researchers have demonstrated that thin-film micro-capacitors can be fabricated on semiconductor chips.
This article will help you optimize your switch-mode regulator and driver circuits by explaining important sources of…
This article will help you optimize your switch-mode regulator and driver circuits by explaining important sources of MOSFET power dissipation.
In this article, we learn about the frequency response of the MOSFET common-source amplifier by examining its s-domain…
In this article, we learn about the frequency response of the MOSFET common-source amplifier by examining its s-domain transfer function.
The small-signal characteristics of MOSFETs play an important role in analog IC design. In this article, we learn how to…
The small-signal characteristics of MOSFETs play an important role in analog IC design. In this article, we learn how to model MOS transistors' small-signal behaviors.
Looking back on the year, here’s a review of the most popular News articles on All About Circuits.
Looking back on the year, here’s a review of the most popular News articles on All About Circuits.
High-energy and power-dense supercapacitor technologies from Kyocera AVX and Littelfuse help with power management and…
High-energy and power-dense supercapacitor technologies from Kyocera AVX and Littelfuse help with power management and extend operating times for battery-powered devices and systems.
MOS transistors exhibit a wide variety of second-order effects not covered by ideal models. To design analog integrated…
MOS transistors exhibit a wide variety of second-order effects not covered by ideal models. To design analog integrated circuits that will work in the real world, we need to understand these non-idealities.
This technical brief attempts to dispel some of the fog surrounding the three-character naming convention used to…
This technical brief attempts to dispel some of the fog surrounding the three-character naming convention used to describe ceramic caps.
Learn how output voltage and diode current affect the behavior of a step-up switching regulator.
Learn how output voltage and diode current affect the behavior of a step-up switching regulator.
While passives are often overlooked components, innovations in resistors, capacitors, and inductors—like the ones in…
While passives are often overlooked components, innovations in resistors, capacitors, and inductors—like the ones in this roundup—can make a noticeable difference in the design process.
Designing a buck converter? Read this article for practical guidance on selecting an output capacitance value.
Designing a buck converter? Read this article for practical guidance on selecting an output capacitance value.