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What is the primary mechanism by which light is emitted in an LED?
What is the primary mechanism by which light is emitted in an LED?
Which of the following characteristics is NOT an advantage of LEDs over incandescent bulbs?
Which of the following characteristics is NOT an advantage of LEDs over incandescent bulbs?
What determines the color of light emitted by an LED?
What determines the color of light emitted by an LED?
What type of diode detects light?
What type of diode detects light?
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What is the range of forward current IF related to in an LED?
What is the range of forward current IF related to in an LED?
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Which feature distinguishes LEDs from incandescent light sources?
Which feature distinguishes LEDs from incandescent light sources?
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Why are various impurities added during the doping process in LEDs?
Why are various impurities added during the doping process in LEDs?
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Which of the following statements about the reverse breakdown of LEDs is correct?
Which of the following statements about the reverse breakdown of LEDs is correct?
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What is the typical peak wavelength for a green LED?
What is the typical peak wavelength for a green LED?
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How does the radiation pattern of an LED relate to its lens?
How does the radiation pattern of an LED relate to its lens?
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What is the typical range for the forward voltage drop of LEDs?
What is the typical range for the forward voltage drop of LEDs?
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What resistor value is needed to limit the current to 20 mA for a red LED with a 2.2 V drop from a 5.0 V source?
What resistor value is needed to limit the current to 20 mA for a red LED with a 2.2 V drop from a 5.0 V source?
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How is the power dissipated by an LED calculated?
How is the power dissipated by an LED calculated?
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In what context is a seven-segment display commonly used?
In what context is a seven-segment display commonly used?
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What type of LED is typically used in remote controls, and how does it function?
What type of LED is typically used in remote controls, and how does it function?
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How is the brightness of an LED generally affected?
How is the brightness of an LED generally affected?
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Study Notes
Optoelectronics and Light Emitters/Detectors
- Diodes can emit or detect light
- Light-Emitting Diodes (LEDs) emit light
- Photodiodes detect light
Light Emitting Diodes (LEDs)
- First introduced in 1962, early LEDs emitted low-intensity red light
- Modern LEDs available across visible, ultraviolet, and infrared wavelengths
- LEDs have high brightness
- Forward biased (switched on) LEDs cause electrons to cross the p-n junction.
- Electrons recombine with holes. This process releases energy in the form of photons.
- Electrons reside in the conduction band with higher energy than the holes in the valence band
- The energy difference between electrons and holes corresponds to visible light energy.
- Electroluminescence, the emission of light from an electrical current, creates color depending on semiconductor energy gap.
- Emitted light tends to be monochromatic.
- Typically small (less than 1 mm)
- Integrated optical components shape radiation patterns
Advantages of LEDs
- Lower energy consumption
- Longer lifespan
- Improved robustness
- Smaller size
- Faster switching
- Greater durability
- Impurities in doping processes determine emitted light wavelength
LED Variations and Applications
- LEDs vary widely in size and brightness
- Used in indicating lights, displays, traffic signals, outdoor signs, and general illumination
- Lens shapes emitted light to optimize visibility
- Specific wavelengths depend on construction and dye materials
LED Characteristics
- LEDs emit specific wavelengths
- Wavelengths given on the specification sheet
- LEDs are available for visible and infrared light
- V-I characteristic curves show radiation patterns
- Light often concentrated in a single direction
- controlled by lenses
LED Operation and Power
- Forward voltage drop varies (1.5V to over 3V) depending on type, color, and current
- Limiting resistor used to control current
- Resistor calculation: R= (Voltage source - LED voltage drop)/ current
- Power dissipation: LED power = (forward voltage) x (forward current)
LED Applications
- Transistors switch LEDs on and off
- 7-segment LED displays are commonly used in various applications (e.g. indicators, displays, readouts)
Infrared LEDs (IR LEDs)
- Used in remote controls, counting/control systems (e.g., remote controls)
- Emit beams of invisible light translated to electrical codes
- Receiver recognizes code from emitted light and acts accordingly
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Explore the fascinating world of optoelectronics, focusing on diodes that both emit and detect light. Learn about Light-Emitting Diodes (LEDs), their history, significance, and the scientific principles behind their functionality. Discover the advantages and applications of these essential components in technology today.
