Photodiode vs Phototransistor vs Photoresistor
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Difference Between Photodiode, Phototransistor and Photoresistor

In the field of electronics and optoelectronics, light-sensitive devices play a crucial role in converting light signals into electrical signals. Among the most widely used light sensors are the Photodiode, Phototransistor, and Photoresistor (also known as Light Dependent Resistor or LDR). Though they all respond to light, their construction, working principles, advantages, disadvantages, and applications […]

LDR Light Dependent Resistor
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Light Dependent Resistor (LDR) / Photoresistor Circuit Diagram & Working

Light Dependent Resistor (LDR) are widely used in various applications where light detection is required, such as in automatic street-lights, camera light meters, and burglar alarm systems. This article will delve into the symbol, construction, working principle, characteristics, advantages, disadvantages, and applications of LDRs. Additionally, a simple LDR circuit to detect light will be explained […]

Types of Sensors
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What is a Sensor? Types of Sensors, Classification & Applications

Let’s see various types of sensors within their classification and Applications. A sensor is a device or component that detects changes in its environment and converts those changes into an electrical signal or another form of readable data. Sensors are used in various applications to monitor, measure, or control processes, equipment, or environmental conditions. They […]