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Learn how a MOSFET works as a switch, including ON and OFF states, N-channel vs P-channel, low-side and high-side switching, key parameters, and loss protection.
Ngu 21 2026
Compare GaN and SiC transistors: switching speed, voltage handling, thermal performance, applications, gate drive needs, and common selection mistakes.
Ngu 20 2026
Learn how Automated Optical Inspection (AOI) works, 2D vs 3D AOI, what defects it can and cannot detect, placement in production line, and how to choose a system.
Ngu 20 2026
Learn valence band, conduction band, and band gap in semiconductor physics. Understand electron movement, hole formation, and how doping affects conductivity.
Ngu 17 2026
Learn the 6.8 kΩ resistor color code (blue-gray-orange-gold), how to read 4-band and 5-band codes, test with a multimeter, and common applications.
Ngu 17 2026
Learn how a switch-mode power supply (SMPS) works, its main topologies (buck, boost, flyback, etc.), design concepts, applications, and troubleshooting tips.
Ngu 16 2026
Learn about SMD diode types including Schottky, Zener, TVS, and LED, key electrical parameters, polarity markings, testing methods, and common applications.
Ngu 16 2026
Learn the differences between series and parallel circuits, how current and voltage behave, resistance formulas, common uses, and design mistakes to avoid.
Ngu 15 2026
Learn the key differences between RCD and GFCI, how they detect leakage current, applications in IEC vs NEC systems, and how to choose the right device.
Ngu 15 2026
Learn how pull-up and pull-down resistors work, their differences, how to choose the right value, and common design mistakes in digital circuits.
Ngu 14 2026