Capacitors: Theory and Application

This article presents the fundamentals and application of capacitors. What is a capacitor, and how do we select them? Techniques of selecting capacitors and things to consider when using capacitors are highlighted. Both practical examples and simulation are used to demonstrate the key points.
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Using Capacitors in Parallel: Dangerous?

For many applications, especially in digital designs, you can see decoupling networks composed of several different (big and small) capacitors in parallel. But, sometimes this technique can be dangerous.
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Perovskites Could Make Safer Capacitors

A team of scientists in Japan developed a new way to make safer components for electronic devices. One of the reasons that e-waste shouldn't just be tossed in the trash is that electronics often contain ceramic... Read More...