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We strive to make CircuitBread the best way to learn electronics and electronics engineering.

31/01/2024

The induction motor is the most widely used electric motor in various industries. Around 50% of the world's electric power is used to operate these motors, found in electric locomotives, textile mills, compressors, pumps, fans, and even household items like hair dryers.

Let's explore how this remarkable electrical machine works with CircuitBread:https://www.circuitbread.com/ee-faq/how-does-an-induction-motor-work

30/01/2024

CircuitBread and Rochester Electronics, LLC share a common goal of simplifying learning and empowering individuals to grasp the intricacies of electronics and semiconductor technology.

Rochester Electronics, recognized as the world's largest source of semiconductors and authorized by over 70 leading manufacturers, providing services across various industries, including aerospace and healthcare. Rochester's Semiconductor Lifecycle Solution™ is a key offering that ensures a continuous supply of semiconductors.

29/01/2024

Tape over the we**am and mic...should we be as paranoid as Zuckerberg?

In the digital age, protecting our privacy is important. When we use the internef, we share bits and pieces about ourselves. By keeping our personal details safe, we build trust in technology, like having a shield for our identity, making sure it stays our own.

25/01/2024

ELECTRIC CARS?

Fuel cells convert chemical energy to electricity through a reaction between fuel and an oxidizing agent. Operating like batteries, they provide continuous power as long as fuel is supplied. A common type uses hydrogen and oxygen, yielding electricity, water, and heat.

Elon Musk has criticized fuel cells, stating they are fundamentally inferior to batteries. His concerns include inefficiency in hydrogen production and distribution, as well as challenges in storage and transportation. Musk prefers battery-electric vehicles, emphasizing their efficiency and sustainability. Hence, the infamous Tesla electric cars.

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24/01/2024

Don Baldwin, Technical Support Manager at Sager Electronics has authored an interesting article in this month’s DENA (Designing Electronics North America) issue. Check it out!https://www.designing-electronics.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/DENA-ND-DE.pdf =18

CircuitBread We strive to make CircuitBread the best way to learn electronics and electronics engineering.

20/01/2024

At CircuitBread, education is our core focus, delivering quality and reliability in our educational content. We love collaborating with companies that share the same commitment not only with education but with their goals of providing exactly the parts that people need throughout the design cycle.

Meet Rochester Electronics, LLC , a friend of CircuitBread and a leading figure in the semiconductor industry. They're the world's largest authorized source for semiconductors, endorsed by 70+ leading manufacturers. With over 15 billion devices in stock, including current and end-of-life options, they offer a staggering selection. What makes them unique is that besides being a distributor, they are a licensed semiconductor manufacturer with 20,000+ device types. This is how Rochester provides a complete lifecycle solution, ensuring a faster time-to-market. Their global presence and top-notch services make them your reliable semiconductor source.

Learn more about Rochester Electronics here: https://www.rocelec.com/

19/01/2024

Trust me, I’m an engineer.

17/01/2024

Optical fibers are thin strands of glass used in many ways. They are commonly used in telecommunications, serving as the foundation for phone lines, internet connections, and cable TV.

At the source, light is encoded with data, and understanding the journey of light through these fibers is a fascinating exploration. Discover the intricacies with CircuitBread. https://www.circuitbread.com/ee-faq/how-does-light-travel-through-optical-fibers

16/01/2024

AMPLIFY AND SWITCH.

Transistors are fundamental components in modern electronics, serving as the building blocks for various electronic devices. Transistors, invented in 1947 by Bardeen, Brattain, and Shockley, revolutionized electronics, replacing vacuum tubes and enabling miniaturization. They come in two main types, Bipolar Junction Transistors (BJTs) and Field-Effect Transistors (FETs).

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16/01/2024

23 YEARS AGO, Wikipedia was made known to the world of internet.

23 years later…
6,770,796 articles
4.3 billion words
59,777,823 pages
46,764,552 users
[Source: Wikipedia 📙]

Wikipedia is a widely used online encyclopedia that allows users to create, edit, and update articles on various topics. It has become a valuable resource for information across a multitude of subjects, and its collaborative nature has made it a unique platform for knowledge sharing.

15/01/2024

In our ongoing efforts to produce educational content, we partnered with Rochester Electronics, LLC, a friend of CircuitBread. In addition to Rochester's extensive semiconductor offerings, including over 15 billion devices and comprehensive manufacturing services, Rochester features a thorough selection of informational blogs and whitepapers. These educational items and excellent service match CircuitBread's commitment to providing accessible electronics education through tutorials and tools. The collaboration aims to create a synergistic environment that supports engineers and learners at all skill levels.

Learn more of Rochester Electronics: https://www.rocelec.com/

14/01/2024

Wireless Power Transmission is when electricity is sent from a power source to a device without using physical wires. Two Integrated Circuits (ICs) are typically involved: one sends out power (transmitter), and the other gets the sent power (receiver). Want to learn more about how this process works? Learn with CircuitBread. https://www.circuitbread.com/ee-faq/how-does-wireless-power-transmission-work

13/01/2024

“To communicate at a distance without wires is as natural as to talk to a person in the next room.”

Guglielmo Marconi, the renowned Italian inventor and engineer credited with pioneering radio telecommunication, is commemorated through the celebration of Public Radio Broadcasting Day, established by UNESCO. This global observance takes place annually on January 13th, recognizing Marconi's groundbreaking contributions to the field of wireless communication.

12/01/2024

May the Derivative Be With You! 🌌

11/01/2024

Curiosity is the key to understanding, learning, and unlocking the mysteries of the world around us. Marie Curie was like an explorer in life, fearlessly facing the unknown. Her endless curiosity made her one of the most notable physicists and chemists.

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04/01/2024

What role does a flyback diode play, and how does it operate, especially in situations where semiconductor devices switch off inductive loads, as seen in relay drivers and H-bridge motor drivers? Explore further with CircuitBread: https://www.circuitbread.com/ee-faq/how-does-a-flyback-diode-work

03/01/2024

LED LEADING THE LIGHT.

Nick Holonyak Jr., an American engineer and physicist, developed the first practical visible-spectrum light-emitting diode (LED) while working at General Electric in 1962.

Holonyak's LED emitted red light and marked a significant milestone in the field of lighting technology. LEDs have since become an integral part of various applications, including lighting, displays, signage, and electronics, due to their energy efficiency, long lifespan, and compact size.

The development of LEDs has had a profound impact on the way we illuminate spaces and use lighting in a wide range of devices and technologies.

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01/01/2024

Alright, 2024, here we go! 🎇

30/12/2023

Each learning step lays the groundwork for the next. CircuitBread together with our friend, Ohmite discussion might not directly solve circuits, but it's foundational for understanding their structure, the essential first step in circuit problem-solving. Learn about what are branches, nodes, and loops with series and parallel components: https://www.circuitbread.com/tutorials/what-are-branches-nodes-and-loops-with-series-and-parallel-components

29/12/2023

As we consistently create educational resources, collaboration with our friends remains a cornerstone of our approach. With the support of our Friend, Ohmite, we've crafted this article focusing on the essentials of basic circuits and electronics. If you're new to these concepts, taking a few moments to grasp the fundamentals of electricity and key terms is a valuable starting point. Explore these tutorials for a deeper intuitive grasp about voltage, current, power and energy.

https://www.circuitbread.com/tutorials/voltage-current-power-and-energy

29/12/2023

Batteries should be in an engineer’s first aid box.

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28/12/2023

Ohm’s Law is a foundational equation in basic circuits and is amazing in its simplicity and its usage. In this tutorial, we learn about what Ohm’s Law is, where you can and can’t use it, and do a few Ohm's law practical examples of very simple circuits.

In crafting this educational journey, we've collaborated with Ohmite, a friend of CircuitBread, to enrich this tutorial with their expertise, tools, and insights. To strengthen your learning experience, we've included a set of practice problems designed to deepen your grasp of the concepts discussed.

https://www.circuitbread.com/tutorials/ohms-law-tutorial-with-easy-practice-problems

28/12/2023

In relation to Moore's Law, reducing transistor size boosts computational density, yet introduces challenges such as short-channel effects in planar MOSFETs. One resolution to these challenges lies in FinFET technology. CircuitBread delves deeper on how it works. https://www.circuitbread.com/ee-faq/what-isa-finfet

27/12/2023

COMMUNICATION IS KEY.

Alexander Graham Bell, famous for inventing the telephone, changed the way we communicate, making a big impact on our lives. Even though his mother and wife were deaf, Bell used this challenge as inspiration to create helpful inventions, like the audiometer, which detects hearing problems.

Alexander Graham Bell's professional life was marked by a combination of inventive genius, scientific exploration, educational contributions, and a commitment to improving communication and understanding in various fields.

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25/12/2023

Sparkling circuits, bright ideas, and festive cheer! Wishing you all a joyous holiday season filled with innovation, laughter, and the warmth of technology. Happy holidays from CircuitBread! 🎄✨

24/12/2023

'Tis the season to be thanking our Friends of CircuitBread who share our passion for giving a hand to both current and upcoming engineers. We’re grateful not only for their support in our efforts but for the perks and resources they freely provide engineers independently. Go to our Friends of CircuitBread page to see what each of our Friends offers to our users and all engineers: https://www.circuitbread.com/friends

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22/12/2023

Aren’t we all nostalgic for the Transformers blankets we had as kids?

20/12/2023

Ever wonder why elevators move so smoothly? It's because of the special features of a DC compound motor. Many old electric trains used DC series motors for traction. DC motors come in different types, allowing us to choose the best one for the job. Let's learn more about the various DC motors, their features, and where they're used. https://www.circuitbread.com/ee-faq/difference-between-dcseries-dcshunt-and-dccompound-motors

19/12/2023

If you have a transformer with two input and two output sides, you might wonder how to connect the wires to set it up in series or parallel. We've worked with our Friend of CircuitBread, Triad Magnetics, to help address this issue! https://www.circuitbread.com/tutorials/how-to-wire-a-transformer-series-versus-parallel

15/12/2023

Broke the circuit, literally.

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