In the following content I have explained two simple 12V, 1 Amp switch mode power supply (SMPS) circuit using the very reliable VIPerXX IC from ST microelectronics. With the advent of modern ICs and circuits, the age old iron transformer type of power supply are surely becoming obsolete. Today power supplies are much compact, smaller […]
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Make this Thermo-Touch Operated Switch Circuit
The circuit explained here employs a rather different approach for implementing a touch operated switch action. Here instead of the resistance, the warmth of the finger is used for sensing and operating the circuit’s output. Irrespective of the ambient conditions, our hands and fingers mostly exhibits some extra warmth or increase in the level of […]
Understanding and Using a Piezo Transducer
In this post we try to investigate what transducers are and how they need to be configured in circuits while using them in a given application Understanding Piezo Transducers A piezo transducer is a device primarily used for converting an applied frequency to audible sound. It may be compared to a loud speaker, the only […]
Building a Sec Exciter – By Steven Chiverton
One of my friends who is an inventor, a mad scientist and an intense electronic enthusiast Mr. Steven Chiverton is always upto discovering and making intriguing electronic circuits and gadgets. His outstanding efforts in the field of electronic is worth sharing and learning. After many months of disappearance, just a few days ago I received […]
Easiest Single Axis Solar Tracker System
In this post I have explained how to make a very easy solar tracker circuit using a predetermined algorithm through a 555 IC timer circuit. Introduction In this site I have already published a solar tracker system circuit which is intended for automatically adjusting the solar panel face such that it stays perpendicular to the incident sun rays at […]
How to Make a Ghost Detector Circuit
In this article I have explained to make a simple ghost detector circuit or a paranormal being detector circuit for quickly investigating a possibly infested area. Introduction Do you believe in the existence of ghosts? Well some of you may answer positively while some may just nod their heads showing sheer skepticism regarding the issue. […]