Hacks of Electronics
A power diode is a semiconductor device specifically engineered to conduct large currents and withstand high reverse voltages in power electronic circuits. It is fundamentally a PN junction diode, but its internal structure, doping profile, and packaging are optimized for high-power operation rather than low-level signal processing. In power electronic systems, power diodes play a […]
A TVS (Transient Voltage Suppression) diode is a specialized semiconductor device used to protect electronic circuits from high-voltage transients such as electrostatic discharge (ESD), lightning surges, and switching spikes. It responds extremely fast and clamps overvoltage to a safe level before they damage sensitive components. Modern electronic systems are highly sensitive to voltage spikes caused […]
A Clipper Circuit, also called a limiter, is an electronic circuit that removes or “clips” selected portions of an input signal without distorting the remaining waveform. Its primary purpose is to prevent a signal from rising above or falling below a specified voltage level. Because of this, clippers are widely used in waveform shaping, signal […]
The Light Emitting Diode (LED) is one of the most widely used electronic components today, found in everything from indicator lights to full-scale lighting systems. It is a type of diode that converts electrical energy into light energy, offering a highly efficient alternative to traditional bulbs. Unlike incandescent lamps that rely on heating a filament, […]
A laser diode is a semiconductor device that emits coherent light through the process of stimulated emission. It operates similarly to a light-emitting diode (LED) but produces a focused, monochromatic, and coherent beam of light. The emitted light waves have the same wavelength, frequency, and phase. The laser diode was invented by Theodore H. Maiman, […]
Photodiode is a crucial component in modern electronics, enabling devices to detect and respond to light. From remote controls and light meters to solar panels and advanced optical communication systems, photodiodes play a silent but powerful role in shaping how we interact with technology. In this article, we’ll explore everything you need to know about […]