Hardware Hacking

Where…

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V = Voltage (V )

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I = Current (A)

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R = Resistance (in ohms, designated with the omega symbol, Ω)

Basic Device Theory

This section explores the basic device theory of the five most common electronic components: resis-

tors, capacitors, diodes, transistors, and integrated circuits. Understanding the functionality of these

parts is essential to any core electronics knowledge and will prove useful in designing or reverse-engi-

neering products.

Resistors

Resistors are used to reduce the amount of current flowing through a point in a system. Resistors are

defined by three values:

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Resistance (Ω)

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Heat dissipation (in watts, W )

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Manufacturing tolerance (%) ...