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Chapter
23: Series and Parrallel Circuits
Series
Circuit Connection
Use this site for review of series and parallel circuits, equivalent
resistance, current, and voltage. Review this page and then
give an operational definition of "in series." Voltmeter & Ammeter This site contains a definition, diagram, and equations
for a voltmeter and an ammeter. What are the central characteristics
of "ideal" voltmeters and ammeters?
An
Example: the Wheatstone Bridge
This is a nice example of a real electrical engineering tool
(the Wheatstone bridge). Take Chapter 23 a bit farther and describe
how this device works.
The
Incandescent Lamp
Visit this nice history of the development of the light bulb,
with links to Thomas Edison and other inventors. Why are light
bulbs made with glass?
Lewis
Howard Latimer Visit this biography of Lewis Latimer, an African-American
electrical engineer who worked with Edison and made improvements
on Edison's work. Why was Latimer often called to be an expert
witness?
