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Why can't I share a resistor on the common anode or cathode of my RGB LED?
Why can't I share a resistor on the common anode or cathode of my RGB LED?

A detailed look into why using a single resistor on a common anode or common cathode of an RGB ...

A detailed look into why using a single resistor on a common anode or common cathode of an RGB LED affects color intensity and the role forward ...

A detailed look into why using a single resistor on a common anode or common cathode of an RGB LED affects color intensity and the role forward voltage plays.

History of LEDs
The History of LEDs

An insight into the History of LEDs exploring electroluminescence, the imaginative work of ...

An insight into the History of LEDs exploring electroluminescence, the imaginative work of various scientists, and the eventual rise of LED bulb ...

An insight into the History of LEDs exploring electroluminescence, the imaginative work of various scientists, and the eventual rise of LED bulb technology.

LED bulb teardown
What's inside an LED bulb?

A fascinating exploration of LED bulb comparison, breaking down the CREE LED bulb 2014 and the ...

A fascinating exploration of LED bulb comparison, breaking down the CREE LED bulb 2014 and the Philips LED bulb 2018, revealing their differences.

A fascinating exploration of LED bulb comparison, breaking down the CREE LED bulb 2014 and the Philips LED bulb 2018, revealing their differences.

Ask an Engineer LEDs Part 3
Your LED Questions Answered! (Part 3)

Our third installment from Ask an Electrical Engineer series breaks down the complexities of ...

Our third installment from Ask an Electrical Engineer series breaks down the complexities of LEDs, addressing common queries about their operation ...

Our third installment from Ask an Electrical Engineer series breaks down the complexities of LEDs, addressing common queries about their operation and uses.

How to dim an LED
How to Dim an LED

The article provides a detailed guide on how to dim an LED, revealing best dimming methods ...

The article provides a detailed guide on how to dim an LED, revealing best dimming methods like Pulse Width Modulation and Constant Current Reduction.

The article provides a detailed guide on how to dim an LED, revealing best dimming methods like Pulse Width Modulation and Constant Current Reduction.

Ask an Engineer LEDs Part 2
Your LED Questions Answered! (Part 2)

In this part of LED Questions Answered, an electrical engineer provides an insightful ...

In this part of LED Questions Answered, an electrical engineer provides an insightful comparison of LEDs and HIDs for cars, illustrating why LEDs are ...

In this part of LED Questions Answered, an electrical engineer provides an insightful comparison of LEDs and HIDs for cars, illustrating why LEDs are better.

How does a forward biased diode work at the molecular level
How does a diode work? (Part 2 - Forward Bias)

Understand the basic structure and functioning of a diode during the forward bias condition ...

Understand the basic structure and functioning of a diode during the forward bias condition with key emphasis on the pn junction and the depletion ...

Understand the basic structure and functioning of a diode during the forward bias condition with key emphasis on the pn junction and the depletion region.

How an RGB LED Works
How RGB LEDs work and how to control color

Discusses RGB LEDs, their functioning, common anode and cathode types, and the color control ...

Discusses RGB LEDs, their functioning, common anode and cathode types, and the color control techniques. Also provides a practical discussion ...

Discusses RGB LEDs, their functioning, common anode and cathode types, and the color control techniques. Also provides a practical discussion involving Arduino Uno.

Ask an Electrical Engineer - Your LED Questions Answered! (Part 1)
Your LED Questions Answered! (Part 1)

LED technology, answered by an Electrical Engineer. Learn about the working principles of ...

LED technology, answered by an Electrical Engineer. Learn about the working principles of LEDs, their significant benefits, and embrace a more ...

LED technology, answered by an Electrical Engineer. Learn about the working principles of LEDs, their significant benefits, and embrace a more energy-efficient future.

How to choose a resistor for your LED
Selecting a resistor for an LED - 6 easy steps

This article outlines the importance of choosing the right resistor for an LED. It starts by ...

This article outlines the importance of choosing the right resistor for an LED. It starts by explaining LED Forward Voltage, touches on the Max ...

This article outlines the importance of choosing the right resistor for an LED. It starts by explaining LED Forward Voltage, touches on the Max Current, and puts Ohm's Law into ...

Why LEDs are Better
Why Are LED's Better? (Comparing different types of light bulbs)

This article provides a comprehensive comparison of different types of light bulbs, focusing ...

This article provides a comprehensive comparison of different types of light bulbs, focusing on LED light bulbs' efficiency and superior performance ...

This article provides a comprehensive comparison of different types of light bulbs, focusing on LED light bulbs' efficiency and superior performance over other types.

How Does a Diode Work on the Molecular level
How does a diode work? (Part 1 - The PN Junction)

An insightful discussion about diode function, putting emphasis on the PN Junction and its ...

An insightful discussion about diode function, putting emphasis on the PN Junction and its role in the creation of the depletion region and ...

An insightful discussion about diode function, putting emphasis on the PN Junction and its role in the creation of the depletion region and determination of the barrier potential.

Voltage Divider
Voltage Dividers Explained: Harnessing the Potential of Parallel and Series Resistors

Explore a comprehensive view of voltage dividers, the power of Series and Parallel Resistors ...

Explore a comprehensive view of voltage dividers, the power of Series and Parallel Resistors and the key role of voltage drops. Grasp the Voltage ...

Explore a comprehensive view of voltage dividers, the power of Series and Parallel Resistors and the key role of voltage drops. Grasp the Voltage Divider Equation with clarity.

What is a Resistor
How Resistors Work: Understanding the Fundamentals of Resistance

Focusing on the fundamental principles of resistors, this article explains how resistors work, ...

Focusing on the fundamental principles of resistors, this article explains how resistors work, how they impact voltage and current, and provides an ...

Focusing on the fundamental principles of resistors, this article explains how resistors work, how they impact voltage and current, and provides an in-depth understanding of Ohm's ...

Power Dissipation in Circuits
Power Dissipation in Circuits

A look at power dissipation specifically in resistors, this piece presents easy-to-understand ...

A look at power dissipation specifically in resistors, this piece presents easy-to-understand explanations and practical application guides.

A look at power dissipation specifically in resistors, this piece presents easy-to-understand explanations and practical application guides.

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