The main emphasis is on the fundamental physics behind device operation. Topics include the background physics and the basic principles of electronic device operation with emphasis on bipolar ...

A simplified diode switch in the reverse biased Off position. To illustrate a basic diode switch, we’ve prepared a couple of simplified circuit diagrams. The first shows the anode tied to ground ...

Fermi vs. Bose statistics, Quantum solution to the particle-in-the-box potential, and Basics of a semiconductor. In this module, you will learn the fundamental operating principles, design, ...

The four-layer diode was the key to William Shockley's plan to revolutionize AT&T's phone system. It was a great device in theory, but not in practice -- at least not at the time when Shockley ...

If you enjoy a good diode hack like we do, you will likely appreciate learning Diode Basics by W2AEW, or a Diode Based Radiation Detector.

Most modern electronic devices consist of several key components: transistors, capacitors, resistors, inductors and diodes. Often, they are supplemented by additional components like crystals and ...