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Electronics Projects For Dummies

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Electronics Projects For Dummies by Earl Boysen and Nancy C. Muir provides readers with hands-on guidance to delve into electronics through engaging projects. It introduces essential concepts, tools, and techniques, making it ideal for beginners. The book walks you through building fun and practical projects, enhancing your understanding of circuit design and troubleshooting along the way.
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You might enjoy this book if you're keen on exploring practical, hands-on electronics projects while gaining a deeper understanding of the fundamentals of electronics. It's especially appealing for beginners eager to apply their newfound knowledge in real-world applications, with step-by-step instructions making complex concepts accessible.

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Electronics Projects For Dummies

These projects are fun to build and fun to use Make lights dance to music, play with radio remote control, or build your own metal detector Who says the Science Fair has to end? If you love building gadgets, this book belongs on your radar.

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These projects are fun to build and fun to use.

Make lights dance to music, play with radio remote control, or build your own metal detector.

Who says the Science Fair has to end? If you love building gadgets, Electronics Projects For Dummies belongs on your radar. Here are complete directions for building ten cool creations that involve light, sound, or vibrations -- a weird microphone, remote control gizmos, talking toys, and more, with full parts and tools lists, safety guidelines, and wiring schematics.

Check out ten cool electronics projects, including:

  • Chapter 8 -- Surfing the Radio Waves (how to make your own radio)
  • Chapter 9 -- Scary Pumpkins (crazy Halloween decorations that have sound, light, and movement)
  • Chapter 12 -- Hitting Paydirt with an Electronic Metal Detector (a project that can pay for itself)

Discover how to:

  • Handle electronic components safely
  • Read a circuit diagram
  • Troubleshoot circuits with a multimeter
  • Build light-activated gadgets
  • Set up a motion detector
  • Transform electromagnetic waves into sound

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Electronics Projects For Dummies by Earl Boysen and Nancy C. Muir garners positive feedback for being beginner-friendly and easy to follow. Reviewers appreciate the practical hands-on projects and clear explanations, making complex electronic concepts accessible to novices. It's often commended for its comprehensive approach, covering both theory and practical applications effectively.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780470009680

Publisher: John Wiley & Sons Inc

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 28 July 2006

Country: United States

Imprint: For Dummies

Audience: Professional and scholarly

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 23.0mm

Width: 185.0mm

Height: 236.0mm

Weight: 658g

Pages: 448

About the Author

Earl Boysen is an engineer who after 20 years in the computer chip industry, decided to slow down and move to a quiet town in Washington state. Earl is the co-author of Electronics For Dummies and Nanotechnology For Dummies. He lives with his wife, Nancy, in a house he built himself and finds himself as busy as ever with teaching, writing, house building, and acting. Visit Earl at his Web site to get reviews and information about the latest components and techniques for building projects: www.buildinggadgets.com.

Nancy Muir is the author of over 50 books on topics ranging from desktop computer applications to distance learning and electronics. She has a certificate in distance learning design and has taught technical writing at the university level. Prior to her freelance writing career, she held management positions in the publishing and software industries. She lives with her husband Earl and their benevolent owners β€” their dog and cat. Nancy’s company, The Publishing Studio, has its Web site at www.pubstudio.com.

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