Understanding Solid State Electronics

Whether you're a professional or just a tinkerer, this step-by-step, non-mathematical guide to solid-state electronic devices will equip you to 'hold your own' in the technical world. Exploring the latest in semiconductor theory and applications, it shows how semiconductors fit within circuits, how circuits and logic gates make decisions, and how to properly adapt solid-state devices into a circuit design.Offers an inside look at semiconductor theory, digital integrated circuits, and linear integrated circuits. Spells out design specifications and operating principles on the most important components, including transistors, diodes, and ICs. Provides up-to-date analyses on optoelectronic devices, FETs and MOSFETs, VLSI devices, and thyristors. Presents tips and techniques on the use of linear integrated circuits, and covers the seven transistor specifications most important to successful IC implementation. Includes numerous clarifying illustrations, and marginal capsulations to highlight key points.For electrical engineers.