Form factor is defined as the ratio of RMS value to the average value of a waveform. The waveform can be quantity like voltage, current, etc. This parameter is generally used in the rectifiers. Form factor Formula $\text{Form factor}=\frac{{A_{rms}}}{{A_{avg}}}$ where, Arms is the rms value of the waveform Aavg is the average value of the … Read more
Fragmentation is one of the core topics of operating systems. Let us understand what it means and how it occurs. Now consider the word fragmentation. What comes to our mind as soon as we hear it? We can probably think of the process of breaking it down into pieces! Or possibly can be into smaller … Read more
Depending on the type of signals used to transmit data or information, the communication system can be divided into two categories – analog communication system and digital communication system. In this article, we are going to discuss what is the difference between analog and digital communication systems. Difference between Analog and Digital Communication in tabular … Read more
The computer is an amazing creation by a human. And memory is the beauty of this creation. No doubt that computer memory is unbeatable to any creation in this universe. It is considered the brain of the computer. The information stored inside this memory is further processed as per the instructions given to the processor. … Read more
The 3rd generation of computers introduced the concept of multiprogramming. In 1968, this concept came into existence. Before, there was no such multitasking performance given by computers. Computer systems would perform a single task at a time. This would be a time-consuming and hectic process. In uni-programming systems, if the processor is busy performing one … Read more
The output of a practical rectifier is not pure DC. The output current or voltage contains both DC as well as AC components. The presence of the AC component in the DC component causes ripples. Ripple factor measures the percentage of AC component present in the rectifier output. What is Ripple factor? It is defined … Read more
The communication system is a very important part of our lives. One can talk to and see others from anywhere in the world. As the communication system evolved, cheaper and more efficient ways of communication became available for us. Depending on the mode of transmission of signals, the communication system can be divided into two … Read more
A very interesting topic of data structures is “Search”. Now, let us first understand what you mean by search in non-technical terms. Search simply means to find the particular element or thing. We often search for lost things or unordered things. For example, I cannot find my blue pen on the study table. I searched … Read more
DIAC and TRIAC are two power semiconductor devices that are able to operate in high voltage and current. Both of them belong to a thyristor family. Both of these components have a p-n-p-n structure. But they are different in many ways. In this article, we are going to discuss what is the difference between DIAC … Read more
Relays and circuit breakers are two commonly used terms of a power system. The study of the protection in power systems is incomplete without the study of relays and circuit breakers. The uses of relays and circuit breakers are found in industrial as well as in commercial applications. There are many differences between a relay … Read more