Sunday, April 27, 2014


  In electronics, a logic gate is an idealized or physical device implementing a boolean function that is, it performs a logical operation on one or more logical inputs, and produces a single logical output. Depending on the context, the term may refer to an ideal logic gate, one that has for instance zero rise time and unlimited fan-out, or it may refer to a non-ideal physical device.

A truth table is a mathematical table used in logic—specifically in connection with Boolean algebra, boolean functions, and propositional calculus—to compute the functional values of logical expressions on each of their functional arguments, that is, on each combination of values taken by their logical variables (Enderton, 2001). In particular, truth tables can be used to tell whether a propositional expression is true for all legitimate input values, that is, logically valid


A schematic, or schematic diagram, is a representation of the elements of a system using abstract, graphic symbols rather than realistic pictures. A schematic usually omits all details that are not relevant to the information the schematic is intended to convey, and may add unrealistic elements that aid comprehension. For example, a subway map intended for riders may represent a subway station with a dot; the dot doesn't resemble the actual station at all but gives the viewer information without unnecessary visual clutter. A schematic diagram of a chemical process uses symbols to represent the vessels, piping, valves, pumps, and other equipment of the system, emphasizing their interconnection paths and suppressing physical details. In an electronic circuit diagram, the layout of the symbols may not resemble the layout in the physical circuit. In the schematic diagram, the symbolic elements are arranged to be more easily interpreted by the viewer.

Logic Gates and Truth Tables

Type Distinctive shape Rectangular shape Boolean algebra between A & B Truth table
AND AND symbol AND symbol A \cdot B or A & B
INPUT OUTPUT
A B A AND B
0 0 0
0 1 0
1 0 0
1 1 1
OR OR symbol OR symbol A+B
INPUT OUTPUT
A B A OR B
0 0 0
0 1 1
1 0 1
1 1 1
NOT NOT symbol NOT symbol \overline{A} or ~A
INPUT OUTPUT
A NOT A
0 1
1 0


NAND NAND symbol NAND symbol \overline{A \cdot B} or A | B
INPUT OUTPUT
A B A NAND B
0 0 1
0 1 1
1 0 1
1 1 0
NOR NOR symbol NOR symbol \overline{A + B} or A - B
INPUT OUTPUT
A B A NOR B
0 0 1
0 1 0
1 0 0
1 1 0

XOR XOR symbol XOR symbol A \oplus B
INPUT OUTPUT
A B A XOR B
0 0 0
0 1 1
1 0 1
1 1 0
XNOR XNOR symbol XNOR symbol \overline{A \oplus B} or {A \odot B}
INPUT OUTPUT
A B A XNOR B
0 0 1
0 1 0
1 0 0
1 1 1






 The 7400 series of transistor–transistor logic integrated circuits are the most popular family of TTL integrated circuit logic. Quickly replacing diode–transistor logic, it was used to build the mini and mainframe computers of the 1960s and 1970s. Several generations of pin-compatible descendants of the original family have since become de facto standard electronic components.






References: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_7400_series_integrated_circuits
                    http://electronicsclub.info/74series.htm





















Friday, April 25, 2014














I1 = V/R1 = 24/6 = 4 A
I2= V/R2 = 24/12 = 2 A
I3 = V/R3 = 24/10 = 2.4 A

IT (I1+ I2 + I3) = 4+2+2.4 = IT 8.4 A


1) BLUE BLUE RED GOLD



66 * 100 = ± 5%
6600 * 0.5 = 3300
6600 + 3300 = 9900
6600 – 3300 = 3300 Ω
Range = 3300 to 9900 Ω

2) GREEN BLUE RED SILVER



56 * 100 = ± 10%
5600 * 0.10 = 560 Ω
5600 + 560 = 11200 Ω
5600 - 560 = 5040 Ω
Range = 5040 to 11500 Ω

Tuesday, April 15, 2014


Series resistance is simply connecting the "out" side of one resistor to the "in" side of another in a circuit. Each additional resistor placed in a circuit adds to the total resistance of that circuit.
The formula for calculating a total of n number of resistors wired in series is:

Req = R1 + R2 + .... Rn
That is, all the series resistor values are simply added. For example, consider finding the equivalent resistance in the image below

In this example,
R1 = 100 Ω and R2 = 300Ω are wired in series. Req = 100 Ω + 300 Ω = 400 Ω

Parallel resistance is when the "in" side of 2 or more resistors are connected, and the "out" side of those resistors are connected.
The equation for combining n resistors in parallel is:

Req = 1/{(1/R1)+(1/R2)+(1/R3)..+(1/Rn)}
Here is an example, given R1 = 20 Ω, R2 = 30 Ω, and R3 = 30 Ω.


The total equivalent resistance for all 3 resistors in parallel is:

Req = 1/{(1/20)+(1/30)+(1/30)}

= 1/{(3/60)+(2/60)+(2/60)}

= 1/(7/60)=60/7 Ω = approximately 8.57 Ω.








 OHMS LAW

There are certain formulas in Physics that are so powerful and so pervasive that they reach the state of popular knowledge. A student of Physics has written such formulas down so many times that they have memorized it without trying to. Certainly to the professionals in the field, such formulas are so central that they become engraved in their minds. In the field of Modern Physics, there is E = m • c2. In the field of Newtonian Mechanics, there is Fnet = m • a. In the field of Wave Mechanics, there is v = f • λ. And in the field of current electricity, there is ΔV = I • R.
The predominant equation which pervades the study of electric circuits is the equation
ΔV = I • R
In words, the electric potential difference between two points on a circuit (ΔV) is equivalent to the product of the current between those two points (I) and the total resistance of all electrical devices present between those two points (R). Through the rest of this unit of The Physics Classroom, this equation will become the most common equation which we see. Often referred to as the Ohm's law equation, this equation is a powerful predictor of the relationship between potential difference, current and resistance.
 

Schematic Symbols


electrical wire symbol Electrical Wire Conductor of electrical current
connected wires symbol Connected Wires Connected crossing
unconnected wires symbol Not Connected Wires Wires are not connected

Switch Symbols and Relay Symbols

SPST switch symbol SPST Toggle Switch Disconnects current when open
SPDT switch symbol SPDT Toggle Switch Selects between two connections
push button symbol Pushbutton Switch (N.O) Momentary switch - normally open
push button symbol Pushbutton Switch (N.C) Momentary switch - normally closed
dip switch symbol DIP Switch DIP switch is used for onboard configuration
spst relay symbol SPST Relay Relay open / close connection by an electromagnet
spdt relay symbol SPDT Relay
jumper symbol Jumper Close connection by jumper insertion on pins.
solder bridge symbol Solder Bridge Solder to close connection

Ground Symbols

earth  ground symbol Earth Ground Used for zero potential reference and electrical shock protection.
chassis symbol Chassis Ground Connected to the chassis of the circuit
common digital ground symbol Digital / Common Ground  

Resistor Symbols

resistor symbol Resistor (IEEE) Resistor reduces the current flow.
resistor symbol Resistor (IEC)
potentiomemer symbol Potentiometer (IEEE) Adjustable resistor - has 3 terminals.
potentiometer symbol Potentiometer (IEC)
variable resistor symbol Variable Resistor / Rheostat (IEEE) Adjustable resistor - has 2 terminals.
variable resistor symbol Variable Resistor / Rheostat (IEC)
Trimmer Resistor Preset resistor
Thermistor Thermal resistor - change resistance when temperature changes
Photoresistor / Light dependent resistor (LDR) Photo-resistor - change resistance with light intensity change

Capacitor Symbols

Capacitor Capacitor is used to store electric charge. It acts as short circuit with AC and open circuit with DC.
capacitor symbol Capacitor
polarized capacitor symbol Polarized Capacitor Electrolytic capacitor
polarized capacitor symbol Polarized Capacitor Electrolytic capacitor
variable capacitor symbol Variable Capacitor Adjustable capacitance

Inductor / Coil Symbols

inductor symbol Inductor Coil / solenoid that generates magnetic field
iron core inductor symbol Iron Core Inductor Includes iron
variable core inductor symbol Variable Inductor  

Power Supply Symbols

voltage source symbol Voltage Source Generates constant voltage
current source symbol Current Source Generates constant current.
ac power source symbol AC Voltage Source AC voltage source
generator symbol Generator Electrical voltage is generated by mechanical rotation of the generator
battery cell symbol Battery Cell Generates constant voltage
battery symbol Battery Generates constant voltage
controlled voltage source symbol Controlled Voltage Source Generates voltage as a function of voltage or current of other circuit element.
controlled current source symbol Controlled Current Source Generates current as a function of voltage or current of other circuit element.

Meter Symbols

voltmeter symbol Voltmeter Measures voltage. Has very high resistance. Connected in parallel.
ammeter symbol Ammeter Measures electric current. Has near zero resistance. Connected serially.
ohmmeter symbol Ohmmeter Measures resistance
wattmeter symbol Wattmeter Measures electric power

Lamp / Light Bulb Symbols

lamp symbol Lamp / light bulb Generates light when current flows through
lamp symbol Lamp / light bulb
lamp symbol Lamp / light bulb

Diode / LED Symbols

diode symbol Diode Diode allows current flow in one direction only (left to right).
zener diode Zener Diode Allows current flow in one direction, but also can flow in the reverse direction when above breakdown voltage
schottky diode symbol Schottky Diode Schottky diode is a diode with low voltage drop
varicap diode symbol Varactor / Varicap Diode Variable capacitance diode
tunnel diode symbol Tunnel Diode  
led symbol Light Emitting Diode (LED) LED emits light when current flows through
photodiode symbol Photodiode Photodiode allows current flow when exposed to light

Transistor Symbols

npn transistor symbol NPN Bipolar Transistor Allows current flow when high potential at base (middle)
pnp transistor symbol PNP Bipolar Transistor Allows current flow when low potential at base (middle)
darlington transistor symbol Darlington Transistor Made from 2 bipolar transistors. Has total gain of the product of each gain.
JFET-N transistor symbol JFET-N Transistor N-channel field effect transistor
JFET-P transistor symbol JFET-P Transistor P-channel field effect transistor
nmos transistor symbol NMOS Transistor N-channel MOSFET transistor
pmos transistor symbol PMOS Transistor P-channel MOSFET transistor

Misc. Symbols

motor symbol Motor Electric motor
transformer symbol Transformer Change AC voltage from high to low or low to high.
Electric bell Rings when activated
Buzzer Produce buzzing sound
fuse symbol Fuse The fuse disconnects when current above threshold. Used to protect circuit from high currents.
fuse symbol Fuse
bus symbol Bus Contains several wires. Usually for data / address.
bus symbol Bus
bus symbol Bus
optocoupler symbol Optocoupler / Opto-isolator Optocoupler isolates connection to other board
speaker symbol Loudspeaker Converts electrical signal to sound waves
microphone symbol Microphone Converts sound waves to electrical signal
operational amplifier symbol Operational Amplifier Amplify input signal
schmitt trigger symbol Schmitt Trigger Operates with hysteresis to reduce noise.
Analog-to-digital converter (ADC) Converts analog signal to digital numbers
Digital-to-Analog converter (DAC) Converts digital numbers to analog signal
crystal oscillator symbol Crystal Oscillator Used to generate precise frequency clock signal

Antenna Symbols

antenna symbol Antenna / aerial Transmits & receives radio waves
antenna symbol Antenna / aerial
dipole antenna symbol Dipole Antenna Two wires simple antenna

Logic Gates Symbols

NOT gate symbol NOT Gate (Inverter) Outputs 1 when input is 0
AND gate symbol AND Gate Outputs 1 when both inputs are 1.
NAND gate symbol NAND Gate Outputs 0 when both inputs are 1. (NOT + AND)
OR gate symbol OR Gate Outputs 1 when any input is 1.
NOR gate symbol NOR Gate Outputs 0 when any input is 1. (NOT + OR)
XOR gate symbol XOR Gate Outputs 1 when inputs are different. (Exclusive OR)
D flip flop symbol D Flip-Flop Stores one bit of data