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Tables of Contents for The Resource Handbook of Electronics
Chapter/Section Title
Page #
Page Count
Fundamental Electrical Properties
1
15
Introduction
1
1
Electrical Fundamentals
1
4
Conductors and Insulators
2
1
Direct Current (dc)
3
1
Alternating Current (ac)
3
1
Static Electricity
3
1
Noise in Electronic Circuits
4
1
References
5
1
Bibliography
5
1
Tabular Data
6
9
International Standards and Constants
15
12
Introduction
15
1
The History of Modern Standards
15
3
American National Standards Institute (ANSI)
16
1
Professional Society Engineering Committees
17
1
References
18
1
Bibliography
18
1
Tabular Data
18
9
Electromagnetic Spectrum
27
12
Introduction
27
5
Operating Frequency Bands
27
1
Low-End Spectrum Frequencies (1 to 1000 Hz)
27
1
Low-End Radio Frequencies (1000 to 100 kHz)
27
1
Medium-Frequency Radio (20 kHz to 2 MHz)
28
1
High-Frequency Radio (2 to 30 MHz)
28
2
Very High and Ultrahigh Frequencies (30 MHz to 3 GHz)
30
1
Microwaves (3 to 300 GHz)
30
1
Infrared, Visible, and Ultraviolet Light
30
1
X-Rays
30
2
Radio Wave Propagation
32
4
Free Space Path Loss
34
2
References
36
1
Bibliography
37
1
Tabular Data
37
2
Frequency Assignment and Allocations
39
114
Introduction
39
3
The International Telecommunication Union (ITU)
40
1
Purposes of the Union
41
1
Structure of the Union
41
1
The Federal Communications Commission (FCC)
42
1
National Table of Frequency Allocations
42
111
U.S. Government Table of Frequency Allocations
43
110
Light, Vision, and Photometry
153
18
Introduction
153
1
Sources of Illumination
153
12
The Spectrum
154
3
Monochrome and Color Vision
157
1
Luminosity Curve
158
3
Luminance
161
1
Luminance Discrimination
161
1
Perception of Fine Detail
162
1
Sharpness
163
1
Response to Intermittent Excitation
164
1
References
165
1
Bibliography
165
1
Tabular Data
166
5
Circuit Fundamentals
171
12
Introduction
171
1
Circuit Analysis
172
9
AC Circuits
173
1
Power Relationship in AC Circuits
173
1
Complex Numbers
174
2
Phasors
176
1
Per Unit System
177
1
Principles of Resonance
178
1
Series Resonant Circuits
178
2
Parallel Resonant Circuits
180
1
Passive/Active Circuit Components
181
1
References
181
1
Bibliography
182
1
Resistors and Resistive Materials
183
16
Introduction
183
1
Resistor Types
183
3
Wire-Wound Resistor
183
1
Metal Film Resistor
184
1
Carbon Film Resistor
184
1
Carbon Composition Resistor
185
1
Control and Limiting Resistors
185
1
Resistor Networks
185
1
Adjustable Resistors
185
1
Attenuators
186
1
References
186
1
Bibliography
187
1
Tabular Data
187
12
Capacitance and Capacitors
199
12
Introduction
199
1
Practical Capacitors
200
9
Polarized/Nonpolarized Capacitors
200
2
Operating Losses
202
1
Film Capacitors
203
1
Foil Capacitors
203
1
Electrolytic Capacitors
204
1
Ceramic Capacitors
204
1
Polarized-Capacitor Construction
204
1
Aluminum Electrolytic Capacitors
205
1
Tantalum Electrolytic Capacitors
205
1
Capacitor Failure Modes
205
1
Temperature Cycling
206
1
Electrolyte Failures
207
1
Capacitor Life Span
208
1
References
209
1
Bibliography
209
2
Inductors and Magnetic Properties
211
12
Introduction
211
1
Electromagnetism
211
1
Magnetic Shielding
211
1
Inductors and Transformers
212
5
Losses in Inductors and Transformers
213
1
Air-Core Inductors
214
1
Ferromagnetic Cores
214
1
Shielding
214
3
References
217
1
Bibliography
217
1
Tabular Data
217
6
Filter Devices and Circuits
223
10
Introduction
223
1
Filter Type
223
3
Filter Alignment
224
1
Filter Order
225
1
Filter Design Implementation
226
6
LC Filters
227
1
Electrical Resonators
227
1
Stripline technology
228
2
Electro-Mechanical Filters
230
1
Quartz Crystal Resonators
231
1
Monolithic Crystal Filters
231
1
Ceramic Filters
231
1
References
232
1
Thermal Properties
233
12
Introduction
233
1
Heat Transfer Mechanisms
234
4
Conduction
234
1
Convention
234
1
Radiation
235
1
The Physics of Boiling Water
236
2
Application of Cooling Principles
238
5
Forced-Air Cooling Systems
238
1
Air-Handling System
239
4
References
243
2
Semiconductor Devices
245
14
Introduction
245
2
The pn Junction
245
1
Zener Diodes and Reverse Breakdown
246
1
Current Regulators
247
1
Varistor
247
1
Bipolar Transistors
247
6
NPN and PNP Transistors
248
1
Transistor Impedance and Gain
249
1
Transistor Configurations
250
1
Switching and Inductive-Load Ratings
251
1
Noise
252
1
Field-Effect Transistors
253
1
FET Impedance and Gain
253
1
Integrated Circuits
254
2
Digital Integrated Circuits
256
1
Linear Integrated Circuits
256
1
References
256
1
Bibliography
256
1
Tabular Data
256
3
Analog Circuits
259
12
Introduction
259
1
Single-Stage Transistor/FET Amplifier
259
7
Impedance and Gain
261
1
Common-Base or Common-Gate Connection
262
2
Common-Collector or Common-Drain Connection
264
1
Bias and Large Signals
265
1
Operational Amplifiers
266
4
References
270
1
Bibliography
270
1
Logic Concepts and Devices
271
18
Introduction
271
4
Analog-to-Digital (A/D) Conversion
271
1
Digital-to-Analog (D/A) Conversion
272
3
Combinational Logic
275
10
Boolean Algebra
275
2
Logic Device Families
277
1
Diode-Transistor Logic (DTL)
277
1
Transistor-Transistor Logic (TTL)
278
3
NMOS and PMOS
281
1
Complementary MOS (CMOS)
281
1
Emitter-Coupled Logic (ECL)
282
1
Scaling of Digital Circuit Packages
282
1
Representation of Numbers and Numerals
282
1
Nibble
283
1
Byte
283
1
Word
283
1
Negative Numbers
283
1
Floating Point
284
1
Compare
284
1
Jump
285
1
Errors in Digital Systems
285
2
Error Detection and Correction
285
2
Error Concealment
287
1
References
287
1
Bibliography
287
2
Amplitude Modulation
289
12
Introduction
289
1
Fundamental Principles
289
8
High-Level AM Modulation
292
2
Vestigial-Sideband Amplitude Modulation (VSBAM)
294
1
Single-Sideband Amplitude Modulation (SSBAM)
294
1
Quadrature Amplitude Modulation (QAM)
295
2
References
297
2
Bibliography
299
2
Frequency Modulation
301
10
Introduction
301
4
Modulation Index
301
4
Phase Modulation
305
1
Modifying FM Waves
305
5
Preemphasis and Deemphasis
306
1
Modulation Circuits
306
2
Direct-FM Modulator
308
1
VCO Direct-FM Modulator
309
1
References
310
1
Bibliography
310
1
Pulse Modulation
311
10
Introduction
311
1
Digital Modulation Systems
311
5
Pulse Amplitude Modulation (PAM)
312
1
Pulse Time Modulation (PTM)
312
2
Pulse Code Modulation (PCM)
314
1
Delta Modulation (DM)
315
1
Digital Coding Systems
316
4
Baseband Digital Pulse Modulation
318
2
References
320
1
Bibliography
320
1
Network Communications
321
10
Introduction
321
5
Physical Layer
321
1
Installation Considerations
322
1
Data Link Layer
323
1
Installation Considerations
323
1
Network Layer
324
1
Installation Considerations
324
1
Transport Layer
324
1
Installation Considerations
324
1
Session Layer
325
1
Installation Considerations
325
1
Presentation Layer
325
1
Installation Considerations
325
1
Application Layer
326
1
Installation Considerations
326
1
Transmission System Options
326
4
System Design Alternatives
327
1
Frequency Division Multiplexing
327
1
Time Division Multiplexing
327
1
Wave(length) Division Multiplexing
327
1
Selecting Cable for Digital Signals
328
1
Data Patch Panel
328
2
Bibliography
330
1
Optical Devices and Systems
331
14
Introduction
331
1
Types of Fibers
332
12
Step Index Multi-mode Fiber
332
1
Step Index Single (Mono) -mode Fiber
333
1
Graded Index Multi-mode Fiber
333
1
Characteristics of Attenuation
333
1
Types of Cable
333
2
Breakout Design
335
1
MFPT, Central Loose Tube Design
335
2
MFPT, Stranded Loose Tube Design
337
1
SFPT, Stranded Loose Tube Design
337
1
Star, or Slotted Core, Design
337
1
Tight Tube, or Stuffed, Design
338
1
Application Considerations
338
1
Specifying Fiber-Optic Cable
339
1
Installation Specifications
339
2
Environmental Specifications
341
1
Fiber Optic Connectors
342
1
Connector Properties
342
2
Performance Considerations
344
1
Bibliography
344
1
System Reliability
345
20
Introduction
345
2
Terminology
345
2
Quality Assurance
347
16
Inspection Process
348
1
Reliability Evaluation
348
1
Parts-Count Method
349
1
Stress-Analysis Method
349
1
Failure Analysis
349
2
Standardization
351
1
Reliability Analysis
352
1
Statistical Reliability
352
2
Roller-Coaster Hazard Rate
354
1
Environmental Stress Screening
355
4
Latent Defects
359
2
Operating Environment
361
1
Failure Modes
361
1
Maintenance Considerations
362
1
Common-Mode Failure
362
1
Spare Parts
363
1
ISO 9000 Series
363
1
References
364
1
Glossary of Terms
365
60
Abbreviations and Acronyms
425
26
Conversion Factors
451
34
Standard Units
451
1
Standard Prefixes
452
1
Common Standard Units
453
1
Conversion Reference Data
454
20
Reference Tables
474
11
Index
485