Pspice For Circuit Theory And Electronic Devices (paul Tobin).pdf
- How to simulate basic circuits with resistors and voltage sources- How to verify Ohm's law with PSpice H3: The DC Circuit and Kirchhoff's Laws - How to apply Kirchhoff's current and voltage laws to analyze DC circuits- How to use PSpice to calculate node voltages and branch currents- How to compare the results with hand calculations H3: Transient Circuits and Laplace Transforms - How to model capacitors and inductors in PSpice- How to simulate transient responses of RC and RL circuits- How to use Laplace transforms to solve differential equations- How to use PSpice to plot the s-plane and the time domain responses H3: Transfer Functions and System Parameters - How to derive transfer functions from circuit diagrams- How to use PSpice to evaluate transfer functions at different frequencies- How to calculate system parameters such as gain, bandwidth, phase margin, etc.- How to use PSpice to perform frequency response analysis H3: AC Circuits and Circuit Theorems - How to model AC sources and loads in PSpice- How to apply circuit theorems such as superposition, Thévenin, Norton, etc. to simplify AC circuits- How to use PSpice to verify the circuit theorems with AC analysis H3: Series and Parallel-tuned Resonance - How to design series and parallel resonant circuits with capacitors and inductors- How to use PSpice to sweep frequency and measure resonant frequency, impedance, selectivity, etc.- How to understand the effects of Q-factor, loading, coupling, etc. on resonant circuits H3: Semiconductor Devices and Characteristics - How to model diodes, transistors, and operational amplifiers in PSpice- How to simulate the characteristics of semiconductor devices such as voltage-current curves, input-output curves, etc.- How to compare the simulated results with theoretical models and experimental data H3: Operational Amplifier Characteristics - How to design inverting and non-inverting amplifiers with operational amplifiers- How to use PSpice to measure the gain-bandwidth product, input impedance, output impedance, etc. of operational amplifiers- How to use PSpice to perform performance analysis and optimize amplifier design H2: What are the benefits of reading this book? H2: What are the drawbacks of reading this book? H2: Conclusion - A summary of the main points of the book review- A recommendation for who should read this book and why H2: FAQs - Q1: Where can I get this book?- Q2: What are the prerequisites for reading this book?- Q3: What are some other books on PSpice or circuit theory?- Q4: What are some applications of PSpice or circuit theory?- Q5: How can I learn more about PSpice or circuit theory? Table 2: Article with HTML formatting PSpice for Circuit Theory and Electronic Devices: A Book Review
If you are interested in learning how to use PSpice for simulating and analyzing various circuits and electronic devices, you might want to check out this book by Paul Tobin. In this book review, I will give you an overview of what this book is about, what are the main topics covered in it, what are the benefits and drawbacks of reading it, and who should read it. I will also provide some FAQs at the end of the review for further information.
What is PSpice and why is it useful?
PSpice is a software tool that allows you to create, simulate, and analyze electronic circuits on your computer. It is based on the SPICE (Simulation Program with Integrated Circuit Emphasis) program, which was developed by the University of California, Berkeley in the 1970s. PSpice stands for Personal SPICE, and it is one of the most widely used versions of SPICE in the industry and academia.
PSpice is useful because it can help you to design, test, and optimize circuits before building them in real life. It can also help you to understand the behavior and characteristics of various electronic components and devices, such as resistors, capacitors, inductors, diodes, transistors, operational amplifiers, etc. PSpice can also perform different types of analysis on your circuits, such as DC analysis, AC analysis, transient analysis, frequency response analysis, performance analysis, etc.
What are the main topics covered in the book?
This book is divided into eight chapters, each covering a different topic related to PSpice and circuit theory. The book assumes that you have some basic knowledge of electronics and mathematics, but it also provides some review and explanation of the concepts as needed. The book also provides step-by-step instructions on how to use PSpice for simulating and analyzing various exercises and examples. Here are the main topics covered in each chapter:
Introduction to PSpice and Ohm's Law
In this chapter, you will learn how to install and use PSpice on your computer. You will also learn how to create a schematic diagram of a circuit using PSpice's graphical user interface. You will then learn how to simulate a basic circuit with resistors and voltage sources using PSpice's simulation engine. You will also learn how to use PSpice's Probe tool to display and measure the voltage and current in your circuit. Finally, you will learn how to verify Ohm's law with PSpice by comparing the simulated results with the theoretical calculations.
The DC Circuit and Kirchhoff's Laws
In this chapter, you will learn how to apply Kirchhoff's current law (KCL) and Kirchhoff's voltage law (KVL) to analyze DC circuits. You will learn how to use KCL to calculate the node voltages in a circuit, and how to use KVL to calculate the branch currents in a circuit. You will also learn how to use PSpice to perform DC analysis on your circuits and compare the results with your hand calculations. You will also learn how to use PSpice's Bias Point tool to display the node voltages and branch currents in your schematic diagram.
Transient Circuits and Laplace Transforms
In this chapter, you will learn how to model capacitors and inductors in PSpice using ideal or realistic models. You will also learn how to simulate transient responses of RC and RL circuits using PSpice's transient analysis tool. You will also learn how to use Laplace transforms to solve differential equations that describe the transient behavior of RC and RL circuits. You will also learn how to use PSpice's Probe tool to plot the s-plane and the time domain responses of your circuits.
Transfer Functions and System Parameters
In this chapter, you will learn how to derive transfer functions from circuit diagrams using KCL and KVL. You will also learn how to use PSpice's Evaluate tool to evaluate transfer functions at different frequencies. You will also learn how to calculate system parameters such as gain, bandwidth, phase margin, etc. from transfer functions using algebraic or graphical methods. You will also learn how to use PSpice's frequency response analysis tool to perform Bode plots, Nyquist plots, Nichols plots, etc. on your circuits.
AC Circuits and Circuit Theorems
In this chapter, you will learn how to model AC sources and loads in PSpice using ideal or realistic models. You will also learn how to apply circuit theorems such as superposition, Thévenin, Norton, etc. to simplify AC circuits for analysis. You will also learn how to use PSpice's AC analysis tool to verify the circuit theorems by comparing the input impedance or output voltage of your circuits before and after simplification.
Series and Parallel-tuned Resonance
Series and Parallel-tuned Resonance
In this chapter, you will learn how to design series and parallel resonant circuits with capacitors and inductors using resonance frequency formulas or graphical methods. You will also learn how to use PSpice to sweep frequency and measure resonant frequency, impedance, selectivity, etc. of your resonant circuits. You will also learn how to understand the effects of Q-factor, loading, coupling, etc. on resonant circuits.
Semiconductor Devices and Characteristics
In this chapter, you will learn how to model diodes, transistors, and operational amplifiers in PSpice using ideal or realistic models. You will also learn how to simulate the characteristics of semiconductor devices such as voltage-current curves, input-output curves, etc. using PSpice's DC analysis tool. You will also learn how to compare the simulated results with theoretical models and experimental data.
Operational Amplifier Characteristics
In this chapter, you will learn how to design inverting and non-inverting amplifiers with operational amplifiers using feedback resistors or capacitors. You will also learn how to use PSpice to measure the gain-bandwidth product, input impedance, output impedance, etc. of operational amplifiers using AC analysis or performance analysis tools. You will also learn how to use PSpice to perform performance analysis and optimize amplifier design by changing component values or adding compensation networks.
What are the benefits of reading this book?
There are many benefits of reading this book if you want to learn PSpice and circuit theory. Some of them are:
• You will get a comprehensive and practical introduction to PSpice and its features.
• You will get a clear and concise explanation of circuit theory concepts and formulas.
• You will get a lot of exercises and examples to practice and apply your knowledge.
• You will get a visual verification of your calculations by comparing them with PSpice's simulated results.
• You will get a deeper understanding of the behavior and characteristics of various circuits and electronic devices.
• You will get a useful reference for designing, testing, and optimizing circuits and electronic devices.
What are the drawbacks of reading this book?
There are not many drawbacks of reading this book, but some of them are:
• You might need some prior knowledge of electronics and mathematics to fully understand some topics.
• You might need to install and update PSpice on your computer to follow along with the exercises and examples.
• You might need to adjust some settings or parameters in PSpice depending on your version or operating system.
• You might encounter some errors or bugs in PSpice that might affect your simulation or analysis results.
• You might find some topics too easy or too difficult depending on your level of expertise.
Conclusion
In conclusion, PSpice for Circuit Theory and Electronic Devices is a great book for anyone who wants to learn PSpice and circuit theory. It covers a wide range of topics from basic to advanced level, and provides a lot of exercises and examples to practice and apply your knowledge. It also provides a visual verification of your calculations by comparing them with PSpice's simulated results. It also helps you to understand the behavior and characteristics of various circuits and electronic devices. It is also a useful reference for designing, testing, and optimizing circuits and electronic devices. I highly recommend this book for anyone who is interested in PSpice or circuit theory.
FAQs
• Q1: Where can I get this book?A1: You can get this book from Springer's website or Amazon's website. You can also access it online through SpringerLink if you have a subscription or access through your institution.
• Q2: What are the prerequisites for reading this book?A2: You should have some basic knowledge of electronics and mathematics before reading this book. You should also have access to a computer with PSpice installed on it.
• Q3: What are some other books on PSpice or circuit theory?A3: Some other books on PSpice or circuit theory are:- Microelectronic Circuits by Adel S. Sedra and Kenneth C. Smith- Electronic Devices and Circuit Theory by Robert L. Boylestad and Louis Nashelsky- SPICE: A Guide to Circuit Simulation and Analysis Using PSpice by Paul W. Tuinenga
• Q4: What are some applications of PSpice or circuit theory?A4: Some applications of PSpice or circuit theory are:- Designing and testing electronic circuits and devices for various purposes, such as communication, computation, control, etc.- Analyzing and optimizing the performance and efficiency of electronic circuits and devices.- Understanding and modeling the physical phenomena and principles behind electronic circuits and devices.
• Q5: How can I learn more about PSpice or circuit theory?A5: You can learn more about PSpice or circuit theory by:- Reading more books, articles, blogs, etc. on PSpice or circuit theory.- Taking online courses, tutorials, webinars, etc. on PSpice or circuit theory.- Joining online forums, communities, groups, etc. on PSpice or circuit theory.- Practicing more exercises and examples on PSpice or circuit theory.- Asking questions and seeking feedback from experts or peers on PSpice or circuit theory.