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The minimum amount of energy needed to remove an electron from a metal surface is called the ______.
work function
A process by which a material captures light energy and converts it into other forms of energy, usually heat, is known as ______.
Light Absorption
In semiconductor physics, VB and CB stand for ______ Band and ______ Band, respectively.
Valence, Conduction
The energy level within a material that can trap electrons is referred to as a ______.
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The interval where the Engage Electrodes Solenoid activates is known as the ______ Interval.
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Current flows down the electrode power that leads to the electrodes during the welding process, creating the ______.
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In a decoding process, the unique condition C = 1 is shown during the ______ Interval.
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The device used to control and measure the timing of various phases in the welding process is called the ______.
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When the Ve increase the resistance value in Rb1, it will ______.
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When positive voltage is applied to the emitter, the PN junction is ______.
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In the negative resistance region, an increase in IE causes a ______ in Ve.
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A UJT structure forms ______ PN junction.
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Rb1 is always ______ than Rb2 and is also a variable resistance due to bias voltage.
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The TRIAC is a two-way ______ with one gate terminal.
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This device is a type of voltage-sensitive component used with a TRIAC, known as ______.
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When light hits the metal surface, it ejects electrons called ______.
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Study Notes
Work Function
- The minimum amount of energy required to remove an electron from a metal surface.
Light Absorption
- A process where a material captures light energy and converts it into other forms of energy, typically heat.
Valence Band (VB) and Conduction Band (CB)
- VB and CB are energy levels within a material related to electron behavior. Electrons in the VB are bound to atoms, while electrons in the CB are free to move, contributing to electrical conductivity.
Confined State
- An energy level within a material that can trap electrons, restricting their movement.
Speed of Light (c)
- A fundamental constant in physics, often approximated as 3 x 10⁸ m/s.
Planck's Constant
- A fundamental constant in quantum mechanics, representing the relationship between energy and frequency of light. Its value is approximately 6.62 x 10⁻³⁴ J·s.
Optical Amplifiers
- Devices that amplify optical signals:
- EDFAs (Erbium-Doped Fiber Amplifiers): Amplify signals using erbium-doped fibers.
- SOAs (Semiconductor Optical Amplifiers): Amplify signals using semiconductor materials.
- Fiber Raman Amplifiers: Amplify signals using stimulated Raman scattering in optical fibers.
Solar Cell Applications
- Solar cells have various applications, including:
- Rural electrification
- Telecommunication systems
- Ocean navigation aids
- Electric power generation in space
- Remote monitoring and control systems
Industrial Automatic Welding System Control
- Current flows through the electrodes, creating the weld.
- Pulsation refers to the intermittent on and off flow of current.
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Interval Time Counter precisely controls the duration of various phases in the welding process.
- Timing Control
- Process Consistency
- Productivity Analysis
- Heat Management
- Block B receives information about the completion of intervals from the interval time counter.
- Block H counts backwards from a preset number to zero, controlling heat and cooling phases.
- Squeeze Interval: During this interval, the electrodes are extended to contact the workpieces.
- Fourth Pulse: This marks the point where FFA toggles OFF, enabling FFC to toggle ON.
- Release Interval: A specific state in the decoder where C = 1.
UJT (Unijunction Transistor)
- A three-terminal semiconductor device with one PN junction.
- Rb1 (base 1 resistance) is always greater than Rb2.
- The gate is located between the two bases.
- The PUT (Programmable Unijunction Transistor) is similar to a UJT but has a more flexible trigger voltage.
TRIAC (Triode for Alternating Current)
- A bidirectional semiconductor device that controls the flow of alternating current.
- Current rating can be up to 25 amperes.
- It's a two-way SCR with a gate terminal.
- RC Gate Control Circuit: Contains a resistor and capacitor connected to the TRIAC's gate, controlling triggering.
- Breakover Devices (e.g., Diac): Voltage-sensitive components that ensure reliable triggering of TRIACs.
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Triggering Modes:
- Positive main terminal voltage, positive gate current.
- Positive main terminal voltage, negative gate current.
- Negative main terminal voltage, negative gate current.
- Negative main terminal voltage, positive gate current.
- RC components are utilized to protect TRIACs from transient surges.
- dv/dt (rate of voltage change) can trigger a TRIAC unintentionally.
- Suppression circuits are essential for reliable triac operation in industrial AC lines.
UJT Trigger Circuit
- A voltage feedback circuit provides more precise and stable trigger voltage compared to resistive feedback.
- Frequency of oscillation in a UJT relaxation oscillator is inversely proportional to the RC time constant.
- A UJT relaxation oscillator produces a sawtooth waveform, not a square wave.
Optoelectronics Devices and Sensors
- Photoelectrons: Electrons emitted from a metal surface when struck by light (photons).
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Test your understanding of fundamental quantum concepts in physics, including work function, light absorption, and the roles of valence and conduction bands. This quiz also covers important constants such as the speed of light and Planck's constant. Dive into the world of optical amplifiers and their significance in modern technology.
