A conventional low-voltage silicon diode has a forward voltage drop of about 0.7V and a relatively low maximum reverse voltage, for example with the 1N4001 rectifier it’s 50V.

Basic diodes and the diode junction of transistors have been used for temperature sensing since the development of the physics-based relationship among temperature, voltage, and current of the ...

A diode is a device that allows electric current to flow in only one direction, from its anode towards its cathode but not the other way around. There is plenty of online material explaining diode ...

The history of the diode is a fun one as it’s rife with accidental discoveries, sometimes having to wait decades for a use for what was found. Two examples of that are our first two topics: t… ...

Ever wondered what sets LED apart from LCD? While both may look similar at first glance, they differ in technology, ...