How Important are Resistors, Capacitors and Inductors?

It is amazing how electronic equipment works. Within its structure is a maze of science and technology. But here are the three main components that make electronics work: Capacitors. A capacitor is defined as an electronic element that carries charges. Capacitors were...

Thank Yourself on Labor Day

Now that Labor Day is here, why not take a day off as a reward for a whole year of hard work? It’s not a crime to make Labor Day Weekend all about yourself. Treat yourself to a fancy dinner. Or, travel to a place that will enrich your spirituality and make you...

What Are The Different Types of Capacitors?

Capacitors come in many varieties that serve different purposes. Let’s review some of the more common capacitors. 1. Polyester Film Capacitor. These have a low tolerance of 5 to 10 percent and cost very low to manufacture. The low tolerance makes it sufficient for use...

How Aviation Has Evolved

Some of the greatest minds in history took a shot at making human-powered flight a reality. However, it was only at the turn of 1900’s that flight became a reality. Wilbur and Orville Wright were the first to create an airplane that could take off and land. They took...

Resistor Basics

When making circuit boards, you have to put in parts that will provide resistance. The way to do this is by placing components known as resistors. Resistors are tiny, and yet they pack a lot of resistant power. The primary job of a resistor is to lower the electric...

7 Main Reasons Why Your Circuit is Not Working

A busted circuit certainly can get on your nerves. You spend half of the day trying to fix an electronic, and when you turn it on you get no power. Fret not no more. Here are seven possible reasons why your circuit is not working. 1 – Your circuit has bad parts....