Transient Behaviour of the Diode, The

Synopsis

The application of a square wave voltage pulse to a diode creates a current pulse of a complex form which is difficult to interpret. However, by utilising the concentration graphs, the film gives an explanation of the transient phenomena that occur. This method of treatment demonstrates clearly how a diode presents to the circuit a capacitive or inductive load, or a combination of both, depending upon the signal amplitude and the circuit resistance. The concentration graphs are also used to explain the existence of a reverse current in the diode when the applied forward voltage falls wto zero.

Language

English

Country

Great Britain

Medium

Film; Video; Film. 16mm. sd. col. 19 min. Videocassette. VHS. col. 19 min.

Technical information

Black-and-white / Sound

Year of production

1975

Availability

OUT OF DISTRIBUTION

Uses

1st-year physical electronics courses (BSc/HND).*

Subjects

Engineering

Keywords

diodes; electronics

Distribution Formats

Type

Film

Format

16mm

Production Company

Name

Philips Industries

Distributor

Name

Guild Sound & Vision

Notes

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