Appendix B

Circuits Review

Abstract

This appendix covers background material in circuit design and analysis that is referenced throughout the book. Topics include: linear elements: resistors, capacitors, and inductors; DC behavior of RLC circuits; time and frequency response of RC and RL circuits, which arise often in mechatronics; diodes; bipolar junction transistors; operational amplifiers and single supply design using virtual ground; instrumentation amplifiers; and modular circuit design (low output impedance feeds high input impedance).

Keywords

Current

Voltage

Resistor

Capacitor

Inductor

RC circuit

RL circuit

Frequency response

Diode

Transistor

Operational amplifiers

Op amps

Instrumentation amplifier

Impedance

Kirchhoff’s voltage law ...

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