A semiconductor diode is a non-linear device whose most outstanding feature is the fact that, basically, current is only allowed to flow in one direction. The diode is built by joining together two ...

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Axial lead resistors consist of a winding of resistive wire on a cylindrical ceramic substrate. The current or voltage leads are made of metal wire (generally copper plated with a tin-lead alloy) ...

In this chapter, you will learn about solid-state lasers, in which light is emitted by atoms embedded in a crystal, glass, or other transparent solid. After first explaining the general operation of ...

Backlit panels in aircraft cockpits and vehicle dashboards provide critical information for operators. Illuminated controls and instrumentation, gauges, characters, symbols, and shapes must be clearly ...

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Shock and impact sensors are used to detect and record shock or impact to a product or package. Shock sensors represent a subtype of inertial sensors, which includes accelerometers and vibration ...

As their name suggests, globe valves are linear motion valves with rounded globular shaped bodies. Since their shape is similar to other valve bodies, positive identification must be made based on ...

Network equipment is used to combine, split, switch, boost, or direct packets of information along a computer or telecommunications network. This product area includes hubs, switches, routers, bridges ...

Diaphragm valves get their name from a flexible disc which comes into contact with a seat at the top of the valve body to form a seal. A diaphragm is a flexible, pressure responsive element that ...

Quality control and inspection are an integral part of making reliable solder joints. Their primary function is the continuous monitoring of all the parameters that contribute to the reliability of ...

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