Nikola Tesla was one of the most brilliant and daring inventors and visionaries of his time. My Inventions is Tesla's autobiography, with meditations on his major discoveries and innovations.Tesla's greatest invention—AC current, powers almost all of the technological wonders in the world today, from home heating to computers to high-tech robotics.This book is based on articles written by Tesla and This book will take you on an inspirational journey into one of the world's greatest and most unconventional minds. Read more

In 1865 James Clerk Maxwell (1831 - 1879) published this work, "A Dynamical Theory of the Electromagnetic Field" demonstrating that electric and magnetic fields travel through space as waves moving at the speed of light. He proposed that light is an undulation in the same medium that is the cause of electric and magnetic phenomena. The unification of light and electrical phenomena led him to predict the existence of radio waves. Maxwell is also regarded as the founding scientist of the modern field of electrical engineering.His discoveries helped usher in the era of modern physics, laying the foundation for such fields as special relativity and quantum mechanics. Many physicists regard Maxwell as the 19th-century scientist having the greatest influence on 20th-century physics. His contributions to physics are considered by many to be of the same magnitude as the ones of Isaac Newton and Albert Einstein.In this original treatise Maxwell introduces the best of his mind in seven parts, to include:PART I.—INTRODUCTORY.PART II. – ON ELECTROMAGNETIC INDUCTION.PART III. – GENERAL EQUATIONS OF THE ELECTROMAGNETIC FIELD.PART IV.— MECHANICAL ACTIONS IN THE FIELD.PART V. — THEORY OF CONDENSERS.PART VI. — ELECTROMAGNETIC THEORY OF LIGHT.PART VII. — CALCULATION OF THE COEFFICIENTS OF ELECTROMAGNETIC INDUCTION. Read more

Discover the fascinating fields of electricity, magnetism, and electromagnetic theory with Electrodynamics Step by Step - A Structured Introduction to Electricity, Magnetism & Electromagnetic Theory.Whether you're a student, engineer, or simply someone with a curious mind, this book offers a comprehensive and approachable guide through one of physics' most influential and exciting fields.Why Electrodynamics?Electrodynamics is the backbone of modern technology, governing everything from the lightning in the sky to the circuits in your smartphone. Understanding it is not just an academic exercise; it's a gateway to understanding the principles that power our world. This book breaks down complex concepts into manageable steps, making it easier than ever to grasp the intricacies of electrodynamics.What You’ll Learn:Foundations of Electrodynamics: Begin with a solid grounding in the historical development of electricity and magnetism, and build up to the fundamental concepts of charge, current, and fields.Electrostatics: Explore how electric charge distributes itself, the behavior of electric fields in different environments, and applications of electrostatics in technology.Conductors and Dielectrics: Delve into how materials respond to electric fields, focusing on conductors in electrostatic equilibrium and the intriguing behavior of dielectrics.Electric Circuits and Ohm’s Law: Learn how electric currents flow, how resistance works, and how these principles are applied in everyday circuits.Magnetostatics and Electromagnetic Induction: Understand the nature of magnetic fields, the laws governing them, and how they are used in technology like motors and generators.Maxwell’s Equations and Electromagnetic Waves: Master the equations that unify electricity, magnetism, and light, and discover how electromagnetic waves propagate through space.Advanced Topics: Venture into special relativity, quantum electrodynamics, and modern applications of electromagnetic theory in technology and research.Why This Book Stands Out:Structured Learning: Each chapter builds on the previous ones, ensuring a clear and logical progression that deepens your understanding of each topic.Real-World Applications: Connect theory to practice with examples that show how electrodynamics applies to everyday technology, from smartphones to MRI machines.Engaging Content: Written by an expert in the field, the book balances rigorous scientific explanation with an approachable style that makes learning enjoyable.Flexibility: Whether you prefer a linear progression through the material or want to focus on specific topics, the book is designed to support both learning styles.Perfect For:Students: Whether you're in high school, college, or university, this book provides the clarity and depth you need to excel in your studies.Engineers and Technologists: Brush up on the fundamentals or explore new areas of interest with a resource that's as practical as it is informative.Curious Minds: If you've ever wondered how the invisible forces of electricity and magnetism shape our world, this book offers an accessible introduction without sacrificing depth.Master ElectrodynamicsWith its clear explanations, structured approach, and rich historical context, this book will not only teach you electrodynamics but also inspire a deeper appreciation for the power of physics. Read more

How much do you know about the radiation all around you? Your electronic devices swarm with it; the sun bathes you in it. It's zooming at you from cell towers, microwave ovens, CT scans, mammogram machines, nuclear power plants, deep space, even the walls of your basement. You cannot see, hear, smell or feel it, but there is never a single second when it is not flying through your body. Too much of it will kill you, but without it you wouldn't live a year. From beloved popular science writer Bob Berman, Zapped tells the story of all the light we cannot see, tracing infrared, microwaves, ultraviolet, X-rays, gamma rays, radio waves and other forms of radiation from their historic, world-altering discoveries in the 19th century to their central role in our modern way of life, setting the record straight on health costs (and benefits) and exploring the consequences of our newest technologies. Lively, informative, and packed with fun facts and "eureka moments," Zapped will delight anyone interested in gaining a deeper understanding of our world. Read more

“The story of one of the most prolific, independent, and iconoclastic inventors of this century…fascinating.”—Scientific American Nikola Tesla (1856-1943), credited as the inspiration for radio, robots, and even radar, has been called the patron saint of modern electricity. Based on original material and previously unavailable documents, this acclaimed book is the definitive biography of the man considered by many to be the founding father of modern electrical technology. Among Tesla’s creations were the channeling of alternating current, fluorescent and neon lighting, wireless telegraphy, and the giant turbines that harnessed the power of Niagara Falls. This essential biography is illustrated with sixteen pages of photographs, including the July 20, 1931, Time magazine cover for an issue celebrating the inventor’s career. “A deep and comprehensive biography of a great engineer of early electrical science--likely to become the definitive biography. Highly recommended.”--American Association for the Advancement of Science “Seifer's vivid, revelatory, exhaustively researched biography rescues pioneer inventor Nikola Tesla from cult status and restores him to his rightful place as a principal architect of the modern age.” --Publishers Weekly Starred Review “[Wizard] brings the many complex facets of [Tesla's] personal and technical life together in to a cohesive whole....I highly recommend this biography of a great technologist.” --A.A. Mullin, U.S. Army Space and Strategic Defense Command, COMPUTING REVIEWS “[Along with A Beautiful Mind] one of the five best biographies written on the brilliantly disturbed.”--WALL STREET JOURNAL “Wizard is a compelling tale presenting a teeming, vivid world of science, technology, culture and human lives.”- Read more

The story of two brilliant nineteenth-century scientists who discovered the electromagnetic field, laying the groundwork for the amazing technological and theoretical breakthroughs of the twentieth centuryTwo of the boldest and most creative scientists of all time were Michael Faraday (1791-1867) and James Clerk Maxwell (1831-1879). This is the story of how these two men - separated in age by forty years - discovered the existence of the electromagnetic field and devised a radically new theory which overturned the strictly mechanical view of the world that had prevailed since Newton's time.The authors, veteran science writers with special expertise in physics and engineering, have created a lively narrative that interweaves rich biographical detail from each man's life with clear explanations of their scientific accomplishments. Faraday was an autodidact, who overcame class prejudice and a lack of mathematical training to become renowned for his acute powers of experimental observation, technological skills, and prodigious scientific imagination. James Clerk Maxwell was highly regarded as one of the most brilliant mathematical physicists of the age. He made an enormous number of advances in his own right. But when he translated Faraday's ideas into mathematical language, thus creating field theory, this unified framework of electricity, magnetism and light became the basis for much of later, 20th-century physics.Faraday's and Maxwell's collaborative efforts gave rise to many of the technological innovations we take for granted today - from electric power generation to television, and much more. Told with panache, warmth, and clarity, this captivating story of their greatest work - in which each played an equal part - and their inspiring lives will bring new appreciation to these giants of science. Read more

Applies basic field behavior in circuit design and demonstrates how it relates to grounding and shielding requirements and techniques in circuit designThis book connects the fundamentals of electromagnetic theory to the problems of interference in all types of electronic design. The text covers power distribution in facilities, mixing of analog and digital circuitry, circuit board layout at high clock rates, and meeting radiation and susceptibility standards. The author examines the grounding and shielding requirements and techniques in circuit design and applies basic physics to circuit behavior. The sixth edition of this book has been updated with new material added throughout the chapters where appropriate. The presentation of the book has also been rearranged in order to reflect the current trends in the field.Grounding and Shielding: Circuits and Interference, Sixth Edition: Includes new material on vias and field control, capacitors as transmission lines, first energy sources, and high speed designs using boards with only two layersDemonstrates how circuit geometry controls performance from dc to gigahertzExamines the use of multi-shielded transformers in clean-power installationsProvides effective techniques for handling noise problems in analog and digital circuitsDiscusses how to use conductor geometry to improve performance, limit radiation, and reduce susceptibility to all types of hardware and systemsGrounding and Shielding: Circuits and Interference, Sixth Edition is an updated guide for circuit design engineers and technicians. It will also serve as a reference for engineers in the semiconductor device industry. Read more

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After introducing the metric in classical Euclidean space, we move to Minkowski's concept of four-vectors in space-time, dealing with topics of restricted relativity, such as Lorentz transformations and Lorentz invariants. We obtain the relativistic expressions of the total energy, the energy at rest and the kinetic energy of a free particle, showing also their non-relativistic limits. Subsequently, we analyze the decay of particles, in particular the decay of the muon. We introduce the electromagnetic field tensor, with calculations of the electric and magnetic field vectors in different inertial reference frames. Finally, we show the Maxwell's equations, both in differential and covariant form, showing how to obtain the equation of electromagnetic waves in vacuum. Read more

A beginner's guide to using and understanding digital oscilloscopes for electronic testing and measurements. Read more

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DESCRIPTION:over 100 fully-solved examplesstep-by-step solutions with explanationsstandard problems from trig-based physicsincludes tables of equations, symbols, and unitsThis volume covers electricity and magnetism, including electric field, Gauss’s law, electric potential, capacitance, resistance, Kirchhoff’s rules, RC Circuits, right-hand rules, magnetic field, Ampere’s law, Faraday’s law, Lenz’s law, inductance, AC circuits, and more. (Vol. 2 covers electricity and magnetism, while Vol. 3 covers waves, fluids, heat, sound, and light. Vol.’s 2-3 will be released in the spring of 2017.)AUTHOR: The author, Dr. Chris McMullen, has over 20 years of experience teaching university physics in California, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, and Louisiana (and has also taught physics to gifted high school students). Dr. McMullen currently teaches physics at Northwestern State University of Louisiana. He has also published a half-dozen papers on the collider phenomenology of superstring-inspired large extra dimensions. Chris McMullen earned his Ph.D. in particle physics from Oklahoma State University (and his M.S. in physics from California State University, Northridge).Dr. McMullen is well-known for:engaging physics students in challenging ideas through creativitybreaking difficult problems down into manageable stepsproviding clear and convincing explanations to subtle issueshis mastery of physics and strong background in mathematicshelping students become more fluent in practical math skillsUSES: This physics book serves two functions:It provides a variety of examples for how to solve fundamental physics problems.It’s also the solutions manual to Essential Trig-based Physics Study Guide Workbook, ISBN 978-1-941691-10-6. Read more

Award-winning ham radio author Michael Burnette, AF7KB, takes you on a journey through every form of radio wave propagation, from ground waves to propagation in outer space.If you've thought "propagation is a lot like the weather -- you can talk about it, but there's nothing you can do about it" -- think again!For each form of propagation, you'll learn the best ham radio practices to increase your chances of "making the hop", whether that's across town or across the globe.* Ground Wave Propagation* Earth-Ionosphere Waveguide Propagation* Line-of-sight Propagation (It's almost never line of sight!)* Terrestrial ScatterPropagation* The Fresnel Zone* Knife Edge Diffraction* Tropospheric Scatter* Tropospheric Ducting* Tropospheric Bending* “Normal” Troposhperic Ducting* Elevated Tropospheric Ducting* Other Forms of Tropospheric Propagation* Ionosphere Basics* The Anatomy of The Ionosphere* How the Ionosphere Bends our Signals* Ionospheric Absorption* What Frequency Should I Choose?* Space Weather and the Ionosphere* Sunspots and Sunspot Numbers* The Solar Flux Index* Solar Flares and Sudden Ionospheric Disturbances* Coronal Mass Ejections* Geomagnetic Storms* Space Weather Terms* Types of Ionospheric Propagation* Getting Started in (Smart) High Frequency DX* Meteor Propagation* How the Pros Use Meteor Scatter* Working Meteor Scatter* Auroral Propagation* Space Propagation* Satellites* Moon Bounce*How we Figured out This Ionosphere StuffEach topic is fully explained in the conversational, plain-language style of the Fast Track ham license books, with a maximum of illustrations and a minimum of impenetrable math formulas. Read more

“[Czerski’s] quest to enhance humanity’s everyday scientific literacy is timely and imperative.”—ScienceStorm in a Teacup is Helen Czerski’s lively, entertaining, and richly informed introduction to the world of physics. Czerski provides the tools to alter the way we see everything around us by linking ordinary objects and occurrences, like popcorn popping, coffee stains, and fridge magnets, to big ideas like climate change, the energy crisis, or innovative medical testing. She provides answers to vexing questions: How do ducks keep their feet warm when walking on ice? Why does it take so long for ketchup to come out of a bottle? Why does milk, when added to tea, look like billowing storm clouds? In an engaging voice at once warm and witty, Czerski shares her stunning breadth of knowledge to lift the veil of familiarity from the ordinary. Read more

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Open up a world of electronic possibilities with the easiest "how-to" guide available todayIf you're looking for a new hobby that's tons of fun—and practical to boot—electronics might be right up your alley. And getting started has never been easier! In Electronics All-in-One For Dummies, you'll find a plethora of helpful information, from tinkering with basic electronic components to more advanced subjects like working with digital electronics and Arduino microprocessors. Whether you're just getting started and trying to learn the difference between a circuit board and a breadboard, or you've got a handle on the fundamentals and are looking to get to the next level of electronics mastery, this book has the tools, techniques, and step-by-step guides you need to achieve your goals—and have a blast doing it! You'll learn: Critical safety tips and strategies to keep yourself and your environment protected while you workUseful schematics for everyday devices you can put to work immediately, like animated holiday lights and animatronic prop controllersHow to work with alternating current, direct current, analog, digital, and car electronics, as well as Raspberry Pi technologiesPerfect for anyone who's ever looked at a circuit board and thought to themselves, "I wonder how that works?", Electronics All-in-One For Dummies is your go-to guide to getting a grip on some of the coolest electronic technologies on the market. Read more

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Whether through choice or circumstance, more radio amateurs than ever before are enjoying portable operating. Suitable equipment is widely available but what about antennas? Manufactured antennas exist but only some suit lightweight portable activity. And, it’s easy to overpay for something that’s too heavy and too lossy for successful QRP. Hand-carried QRP antennas takes the mystery out of portable antennas. After inviting you to assess your needs, it discusses the pros and cons of popular types. Its style is brisk and practical with almost no maths. Many ideas for cheap but good materials suitable for portable antennas are given. Beginners and those returning to radio after a break should especially find this section handy. Finally there’s construction details on a variety of simple but practical antennas and accessories suitable for portable operating. All have been built and tested by the author over almost 30 years of successful QRP activity. Hand-carried QRP antennas is an ebook readable on most devices. It’s the author’s second book, following on from the top-selling Minimum QRP, released in 2015. Read more