Well, we are no more in the bewilderment of how metals or thermoplastics are joined or attached, because we live in the era of extensively implementing various welding types. So, welding is one of the most prominent employment that was born several millions of years back. The only welding process that was in evolution until the 19th century was forge welding. The advancements in technology have shown multiple progressions in this welding and allowed us to … [Read more...]
What is an Ammeter : Working, Classification & Applications
An ammeter is a combination of words ampere and meter or we can say an instrument that measures ampere (current). Electrical quantities are to be continuously monitored being very dynamic. Real-time monitoring of current is of utmost importance as the current is the most flexible/dynamic electrical quantity. An Ammeter which facilitates monitoring of current is a basic instrument in electrical engineering. Approximately eighty percent of electrical … [Read more...]
What is Cascode Amplifier : Circuit, Working & Its Benefits
Well, We all know that the prominent usage of an amplifier is to amplify the signal strength whether the signal may be amplitude, frequency or other. So, the initial device which came into evolution to amplify the signal was the triode vacuum tube in the year 1906. The enhancements in digital electronics from the 20th century onwards offered modern approaches that are being added to the conventional amplifiers through digital switching so that … [Read more...]
What is a Surge Protector : Types & Applications
We might often come across situations of facing damage to electronic devices. This happens because of multiple scenarios like atmospheric changes (lightning and thunders), voltage breakdowns, and utilization of heavy devices such as compressors. These all interruptions might enforce destruction to the electric equipment. And the one device which comes into a scenario to protect from this condition is Surge Protector which is also termed as a surge … [Read more...]
What is a Piston Pump : Construction, Working and Its Applications
Piston pump has versatile applications due to robustness and highly efficient. Hydraulic pumps, processing technology, drilling, etc. are a few of the applications which use piston pumps. It is configurable for any kind of liquid and having a linear performance curve. Piston pumps are used to move liquids or compressed gasses. It is categorized as one type of hydraulic pump with robust and efficient performance. This article discusses an overview of the … [Read more...]
What is an Inductive Transducer : Types and Its Applications
It will not be an exaggeration to call transducers the backbone of instrumentation due to their widespread use. In other words, we can say that a transducer is a panacea for the instrumentation/electrical industry. The flexibility in input and output that a transducer offers not only connects us to the real world of physical movement also helps us controlling these. Many kinds of transducers can be classified in many ways. If classified on the operating … [Read more...]
What is an Overload Relay : Types & Its Working
All equipment has a limit to their operating range, a crane that is meant to lift 10 tones cannot lift 20 tones and if we try to do it, it will not only be unsafe, it will damage the crane itself. This analogy can exactly be applied to electrical equipment. Every electrical equipment is designed to specified load (current) and any overloading will meet the same fate as the crane. A tendency to increase output unknowingly increases the load beyond its … [Read more...]
What is Transistor Series Voltage Regulator : Working and Its Experiment
A regulator is a device that maintains constant and regulated power at the output terminals across the load. Due to voltage fluctuations, and load unbalancing, it becomes very important to maintain a constant voltage at the load side. The voltage fluctuations affect the function of the device, and hence the circuit. If the system consists of sensitive loads such as electronic devices, it becomes very important to maintain load voltage constant. Power … [Read more...]
What is Specific Resistance : Formula and Its Affecting Factors
Specific resistance is the measure of the conductivity of a particular element and it is also known as electrical resistivity. Based on the value, the conductivity, and hence the electrical characteristics of the element are evaluated. This parameter is often used to analyze the electrical conductivity of a particular element, and hence have prime importance while selecting the elements. Some applications need elements that have superior electrical … [Read more...]
What is Simple Proximity Sensor : Working & Its Applications
The advancements in technology have shown the invention of multiple devices and tools in the engineering and science domain. And the one device which ruled many industries and domains is the “sensor”. The progression of a sensor started in the year 1860 and has no end. We observe multiple kinds of sensors in our day-to-day life such as pressure sensors, temperature sensors, and many others. The one which we are going to discuss today is on “Proximity … [Read more...]