Parallel RL Circuit Vector and Circuit Analyzer
By James Bourassa, John Rosz
Learners alter circuit variables and view how these changes affect circuit voltage, current, reactance, impedance, and phase angle.
Parallel DC Circuit Analysis
By Patrick Hoppe
The approach to dc circuit analysis is presented to the learner. The approach is demonstrated for the student.
Transfer Functions: The RL High Pass Filter With Bode Plot
Learners read how the transfer function for a RL high pass filter is developed. The transfer function is used in Excel to graph the Vout. The circuit is also simulated in Electronic WorkBench, and the resulting Bode plot is compared to the graph from Excel.
The Operation of a Multiplexer/Demultiplexer Circuit
By Terry Bartelt
In this animated object, learners examine how a multiplexer and a demultiplexer work together when their data select lines are connected to the same binary counter.
Integral Contol Mode Application
In this animated object, learners examine the operation of a robot using the integral control mode to overcome a steady state.
Transistor Fundamentals: Base-Biased NPN Transistor
Students view a dc analysis of a base-biased NPN transistor.
An Introduction to the Solderless Breadboard (Screencast)
In this learning activity you'll be introduced to the layout and operation of the solderless breadboard.
Sine Wave Fundamentals: Practice Problem #4
In this interactive object, learners determine the Vp, Vp-p, Vrms, Vavg, and the frequency of a sine wave that is displayed on an oscilloscope screen.
Schmitt Trigger
In this animated object, learners examine the operation of a Schmitt Trigger IC and its hysteresis function. A brief quiz completes the activity.
The Flip-Flop
In this animated activity, learners view the flip-flop and read about its outputs, the information it stores, and its storage conditions. A quiz completes the lesson.
Pneumatic Actuators
In this animated object, learners examine different types of pneumatic actuators, cylinders, and motors.
PLC Sinking Input Modules
In this animated object, learners examine how to wire field devices to a PLC sinking input module.
Wire Feed Welding Gun Assembly
By Dave Hoffman
In this interactive object, learners follow steps to assemble a wire feed welding torch or gun.
Total Resistance of a Series Circuit
In this learning activity you'll review the process of solving for the total resistance in a series DC circuit.
Synchronous Speed of an AC Motor
In this animated and interactive object, learners study the synchronous rotational speed of the magnetic field created by the stator of an AC Motor.
Layout Project : V-Block Clamps
By Kelly Curran
In this learning activity you'll review a drawing and steps to complete an activity.
Wheatstone Bridge Application
In this animated activity, students view how the Wheatstone bridge is used to activate a temperature alarm. A short quiz completes the lesson.
The Three-Way Switching Circuit
In this animated object, learners examine the mechanical configuration of a three-way switch and how it operates in a circuit. They also view diagrams showing the use of an ohmmeter to determine the electrical connections.
DC Circuit Analysis: The Series Circuit
Learners examine a general approach to solving for the current through, the voltage across, and the power dissipated by each resistor in a series DC circuit. A three-resistor series circuit is used as an example.
Testing a Hydraulic Pump
By Terry Bartelt, Stephen Schneider
Learners follow an animated test procedure to determine if the parts of a hydraulic pump are worn.
Clothing and Safety Equipment for the Machine Shop
This document lists the safety equipment to be used in the machine shop.
Calculating Belt Velocity and Horsepower
In this interactive object, learners are given the RPM, the pulley diameter, and the force, and proceed to calculate belt velocity and horsepower.
Lathe Project: Screw Jack Body (Internal Thread Cutting)
This project gives a drawing with steps to complete the activity.
Resistance Temperature Detector (RTD)
Learners study animations to see the connection between temperature and resistance as they examine the operation of an RTD. A table is used to convert resistance readings to the corresponding temperatures. A brief quiz completes the activity.
General Shop Safety - Hazardous Materials Safety (SDS)
In this learning activity you'll review the hazardous materials safety document which display an example of a SDS or MSDS (Material Safety Data Sheet).