A Toolbox for Audio Lovers and Engineers Without any ambition to reach scientific levels, this book aims to be a toolbox for both audio lovers and high-end equipment designers. The elementary theory presented is the bare minimum for readers to grasp the operation and practical use of electrical, electromagnetic, physics, and electronic operations available in the designers’ toolbox. Each tool is explained in a minimum of words and theory without needless coverage of underlying equations or figures. The book chapters guide you through the process of designing quality amplifiers with vacuum tubes, from the very beginning, considering both technical and subjective requirements – in theory and practice. The book is a compilation of the author’s notes used in his professional and educational career but was nevertheless primarily written as a result of true love for the audiophile hobby.

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Understanding and Using Them Effectively What happens in electronics is invisible to the naked eye. The instrument that allows to accurately visualize electrical signals, the one through which the effects of electronics become apparent to us, is the oscilloscope. Alas, when one first ventures into electronics, it is often without an oscilloscope. And one is left fumbling, both physically and mentally. Observing an electrical signal on a screen for the first time is a revelation. Nobody wishes to forgo that marvel again. There is no turning back. In electronics, if one wishes to progress with both enjoyment and understanding, an oscilloscope is essential. This marks the beginning of a period of questioning: how to choose one? And no sooner is that question answered than a whole string of others arises, which can be summed up in just one: how does one use the oscilloscope in such a way that what it displays truly reflects the reality of the signals? Rémy Mallard is a passionate communicator with a gift for making complex technical subjects understandable and engaging. In this book, he provides clear answers to essential questions about using an oscilloscope and offers a wealth of guidance to help readers explore and understand the electrical signals behind electronic systems. With his accessible style and practical insights, this book is a valuable tool for anyone eager to deepen their understanding of electronics.

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For Speed, Area, Power, and Reliability This book teaches the fundamentals of FPGA operation, covering basic CMOS transistor theory to designing digital FPGA chips using LUTs, flip-flops, and embedded memories. Ideal for electrical engineers aiming to design large digital chips using FPGA technology. Discover: The inner workings of FPGA architecture and functionality. Hardware Description Languages (HDL) like Verilog and VHDL. The EDA tool flow for converting HDL source into a functional FPGA chip design. Insider tips for reliable, low power, and high performance FPGA designs. Example designs include: Computer-to-FPGA UART serial communication. An open-source Sump3 logic analyzer implementation. A fully functional graphics controller. What you need: Digilent BASYS3 or similar FPGA eval board with an AMD/Xilinx FPGA. Vivado EDA tool suite (available for download from AMD website free of charge). Project source files available from author’s GitHub site.

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From Theory to Practical Applications in Wireless Energy Transfer and Harvesting Wireless power transmission has gained significant global interest, particularly with the rise of electric vehicles and the Internet of Things (IoT). It’s a technology that allows the transfer of electricity without physical connections, offering solutions for everything from powering small devices over short distances to long-range energy transmission for more complex systems. Wireless Power Design provides a balanced mix of theoretical knowledge and practical insights, helping you explore the potential of wireless energy transfer and harvesting technologies. The book presents a series of hands-on projects that cover various aspects of wireless power systems, each accompanied by detailed explanations and parameter listings. The following five projects guide you through key areas of wireless power: Project 1: Wireless Powering of Advanced IoT Devices Project 2: Wireless Powered Devices on the Frontline – The Future and Challenges Project 3: Wireless Powering of Devices Using Inductive Technology Project 4: Wireless Power Transmission for IoT Devices Project 5: Charging Robot Crawler Inside the Pipeline These projects explore different aspects of wireless power, from inductive charging to wireless energy transmission, offering practical solutions for real-world applications. The book includes projects that use simulation tools like CST Microwave Studio and Keysight ADS for design and analysis, with a focus on practical design considerations and real-world implementation techniques.

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Modular and Scalable Control Systems Using Structured Text This book offers a structured and practical approach to modern PLC development using object-oriented principles. It is a guide for engineers, programmers, and students seeking to harness the power of object-oriented programming (OOP) in the context of industrial automation with PLCs. The content focuses on the CODESYS development environment and Structured Text (ST), both of which support modern programming techniques while maintaining compatibility with real-time automation requirements. Through step-by-step demos and instructional examples, it demonstrates how modular, reusable code can enhance development efficiency, simplify ongoing maintenance, and enable scalable and flexible control system architectures. Key topics include: Structured Text fundamentals: conditions, loops, arrays, and functions Object-oriented concepts: classes, methods, and inheritance Advanced techniques: polymorphism, interfaces, and access control Modular design with reusable components and structured program flow Implementation of finite state machines and scalable application design Built around instructional demos and clear explanations, this book helps readers develop maintainable and modern control software in the CODESYS environment using proven programming techniques.

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Leer KiCad met Peter Dalmaris De Academy Pro Box "Design PCBs like a Pro" biedt een compleet, gestructureerd trainingsprogramma in PCB-ontwerp, dat online leren combineert met praktische toepassing. Gebaseerd op de KiCad-cursus van Peter Dalmaris, integreert het 15 weken durende programma videolessen, gedrukt materiaal (2 boeken) en praktijkgerichte projecten om ervoor te zorgen dat deelnemers niet alleen de theorie begrijpen, maar ook de vaardigheden ontwikkelen om deze in de praktijk toe te passen. In tegenstelling tot standaardcursussen biedt de Academy Pro Box een begeleid leertraject met wekelijkse mijlpalen en fysieke componenten om werkende PCB's te ontwerpen, testen en produceren. Deze aanpak ondersteunt een diepgaandere leerervaring en een betere kennisbehoud. De box is ideaal voor ingenieurs, studenten en professionals die praktische expertise in PCB-ontwerp willen ontwikkelen met behulp van open-sourcetools. Met de extra optie om hun afstudeerproject te laten produceren, ronden deelnemers het programma af met echte resultaten – klaar voor gebruik, testen of verdere ontwikkeling. Learn by doing Vaardigheden ontwikkelen. Echte printplaten ontwerpen. Gerbers genereren. Je eerste bestelling plaatsen. Dit is niet zomaar een cursus – het is een compleet projecttraject van idee tot product. Wat u leert/ontvangt Werkkennis van de tools van KiCad Vertrouwen in het ontwerpen van uw eigen printplaten (PCB’s) Een volledig produceerbare printplaat – door u zelf gemaakt Wat zit er in de doos (cursus)? Beide delen van "KiCad Like a Pro" (t.w.v. € 105) Vol 1: Fundamentals and Projects Vol 2: Advanced Projects and Recipes Couponcode voor deelname aan de bestseller KiCad 9 online cursus van Peter Dalmaris op Udemy, met meer dan 20 uur aan videotraining. U voltooit drie volledige ontwerpprojecten: Breadboard voeding Kleine zonne-energie voeding Datalogger met EEPROM en klok Voucher van Eurocircuits voor de productie van printplaten (t.w.v. € 85 excl. BTW) Leermateriaal (van deze box/cursus) 15-weken leerprogramma ▶  Klik hier om te openen Week 1: Setup, Fundamentals, and First Steps in PCB Design Week 2: Starting Your First PCB Project – Schematic Capture Week 3: PCB Layout – From Netlist to Board Design Week 4: Design Principles, Libraries, and Workflow Week 5: Your First Real-World PCB Project Week 6: Custom Libraries – Symbols, Footprints, and Workflow Week 7: Advanced Tools – Net Classes, Rules, Zones, Routing Week 8: Manufacturing Files, BOMs, and PCB Ordering Week 9: Advanced Finishing Techniques – Graphics, Refinement, and Production Quality Week 10: Tiny Solar Power Supply – From Schematic to Layout Week 11: Tiny Solar Power Supply – PCB Layout and Production Prep Week 12: ESP32 Clone Project – Schematic Design and Layout Prep Week 13: ESP32 Clone – PCB Layout and Manufacturing Prep Week 14: Final Improvements and Advanced Features Week 15: Productivity Tools, Simulation, and Automation KiCad-cursus met 18 lessen op Udemy (door Peter Dalmaris) ▶  Klik hier om te openen Introduction Getting started with PCB design Getting started with KiCad Project: A hands-on tour of KiCad (Schematic Design) Project: A hands-on tour of KiCad (Layout) Design principles and PCB terms Design workflow and considerations Fundamental KiCad how-to: Symbols and Eeschema Fundamental KiCad how-to: Footprints and Pcbnew Project: Design a simple breadboard power supply PCB Project: Tiny Solar Power Supply Project: MCU datalogger with build-in 512K EEPROM and clock Recipes KiCad 9 new features and improvements Legacy (from previous versions of KiCad) KiCad 7 update (Legacy) (Legacy) Gettings started with KiCad Bonus lecture Over de auteur Dr. Peter Dalmaris, PhD, is docent, elektrotechnisch ingenieur en maker. Hij is maker van online videocursussen over doe-het-zelf-elektronica en auteur van diverse technische boeken. Sinds 2013 is Peter Chief Tech Explorer bij Tech Explorations, het bedrijf dat hij oprichtte in Sydney (Australië). Zijn missie is om technologie te verkennen en de wereld te helpen opleiden. Wat is Elektor Academy Pro? Elektor Academy Pro biedt gespecialiseerde leeroplossingen voor professionals, engineeringteams en technische experts in de elektronica- en embedded systemenindustrie. Het stelt zowel individuen als organisaties in staat hun praktijkkennis te verdiepen, vaardigheden te versterken en voorop te blijven lopen met hoogwaardige content en praktische trainingstools. Van praktijkgerichte projecten en cursussen onder leiding van experts tot diepgaande technische inzichten – Elektor ondersteunt ingenieurs bij het aanpakken van de actuele uitdagingen binnen elektronica en embedded systemen. Ons educatieve aanbod bestaat uit Academy-boeken, Pro Boxes, webinars, conferenties en branchespecifieke B2B-magazines – allemaal ontwikkeld met het oog op professionele groei. Of u nu ingenieur, R&D-specialist of technisch beslisser bent: Elektor Academy Pro slaat de brug tussen theorie en praktijk, helpt u nieuwe technologieën te beheersen en stimuleert innovatie binnen uw organisatie.

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