Learn about the advantages and disadvantages of DSB-SC amplitude modulation.
Learn about the advantages and disadvantages of DSB-SC amplitude modulation.
In this project article, we’ll create a programmable device that alerts users to changes in ambient light levels. Along…
In this project article, we’ll create a programmable device that alerts users to changes in ambient light levels. Along the way, we’ll learn about astable multivibrators and the Darlington pair.
In this article, we discuss the basics of RF modulation and how it affects the performance of communication systems.
In this article, we discuss the basics of RF modulation and how it affects the performance of communication systems.
In this article, we examine the oscillation behavior of an LED blinker circuit in QSPICE and learn how to control its…
In this article, we examine the oscillation behavior of an LED blinker circuit in QSPICE and learn how to control its ON-time and pulse repetition frequency.
Learn how to design and verify analog circuits using SLiCAP, a Python-based symbolic simulator program.
Learn how to design and verify analog circuits using SLiCAP, a Python-based symbolic simulator program.
In this article, we'll walk through the process of importing SPICE models into QSPICE and demonstrate the basics of using…
In this article, we'll walk through the process of importing SPICE models into QSPICE and demonstrate the basics of using the QSPICE waveform viewer, including measurement markers.
In this article, we examine how non-zero switch transition times impact the efficiency of a Class E power amplifier.
In this article, we examine how non-zero switch transition times impact the efficiency of a Class E power amplifier.
In this article, we'll walk through the process of moving an LTspice circuit into QSPICE and learn some QSPICE schematic…
In this article, we'll walk through the process of moving an LTspice circuit into QSPICE and learn some QSPICE schematic techniques.
In this article, we examine the filtering requirements of Class E power amplifiers with less-than-ideal Q-factors.
In this article, we examine the filtering requirements of Class E power amplifiers with less-than-ideal Q-factors.
This article, the first in a four-part series on moving from LTspice to QSPICE, introduces an LED blinker circuit that…
This article, the first in a four-part series on moving from LTspice to QSPICE, introduces an LED blinker circuit that we’ll simulate with both programs.
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.
Designing a Class E RF amplifier? Learn how to choose the correct level of damping and calculate the optimum component…
Designing a Class E RF amplifier? Learn how to choose the correct level of damping and calculate the optimum component values for your circuit.
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.
For this project, I built a handheld resistor color code calculator and ohmmeter using the ATmega328 microcontroller and…
For this project, I built a handheld resistor color code calculator and ohmmeter using the ATmega328 microcontroller and a 1.8-inch color LCD display.
In this article, we’ll learn about the transformer-coupled current-switching Class D amplifier. Once we understand its…
In this article, we’ll learn about the transformer-coupled current-switching Class D amplifier. Once we understand its operation, we'll compare its performance with two voltage-switching Class D configurations.
In this article, we'll learn how the transformer-coupled voltage-switching Class D amplifier works and highlight some of…
In this article, we'll learn how the transformer-coupled voltage-switching Class D amplifier works and highlight some of its advantages.
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.
With the help of SPICE simulations, this article explores the impact of diode reverse recovery on Class D amplifier performance.
With the help of SPICE simulations, this article explores the impact of diode reverse recovery on Class D amplifier performance.
Learn how anti-parallel diodes protect Class D amplifiers from the effects of reactive loads and inductive kickback.
Learn how anti-parallel diodes protect Class D amplifiers from the effects of reactive loads and inductive kickback.