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Voltage Sources
Introduction In this tutorial, we present in detail the architecture, functioning, and use of an important electronic element known as the voltage source. We first present the base concept which is the ideal voltage source and an introduction to the alternators and batteries is given...
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Introduction The electric resistance is a property that characterizes how a particular component creates an opposition to the flow of current when a voltage difference is applied to its terminals. In this tutorial, we will focus on the opposition that a resistor generates when an AC...
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Introduction When talking about current or voltage, these signals can be fitted into two main categories : DC and AC. DC states for "Direct Current", this definition regroup the signals that are constant in time : their amplitude and sign (+ or -) remain unchanged. AC states for...
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