Thomas L. Floyd eBooks

Reflecting lengthy experience in the engineering industry, this bestseller provides thorough, up-to-date coverage of digital fundamentals-from basic concepts to microprocessors, programmable logic, and digital signal processing. Floyd's acclaimed emphasis on applications using real devices and on troubleshooting gives users the problem-solving experience they'll need in their professional careers. Known for its clear, accurate explanations of theory supported by superior exercises and examples, this book's full-color format is packed with the visual aids today's learners need to grasp often complex concepts. KEY TOPICS: The book features a comprehensiv...

This comprehensive book meets the content requirements of most technical schools without hampering the reader with excessive detail. A strong emphasis on troubleshooting will help prepare the reader for work in the industry. This book introduces discrete device circuits and then delves more deeply into analog integrated circuitsa topic that has more importance for today's technicians. For technician-level courses in analog circuits and those who are pursuing a career in electrical technology....

From discrete components, to linear integrated circuits, to programmable analog devices, this text takes systems approach that aims at identifying the circuits and components within a system, and enables students see how the circuit relates to system function.Most chapters conclude with a System Applications section.) 1. Semiconductor Basics. Atomic Structures. Semiconductors, Conductors, and Insulators. Covalent Bonds. Conduction in Semiconductors. N-Type and P-Type Semiconductors. The Diode. Biasing the Diode. Voltage-Current Characteristic of a Diode. Diode Models. Testing a Diode. 2. Diode Applications. Half-Wave Rectifiers. Full-Wave Rectifiers. P...