Introductory Electronics for Scientists and Engineers (2nd Edition) [Paperback]

Robert E. Simpson (Author)

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ISBN-10: 0205083773 | ISBN-13: 978-0205083770 | Publication Date: June 8, 1987 | Edition: 2

Develops basic theory necessary for a full understanding of analog and digital electronics.

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Develops basic theory necessary for a full understanding of analog and digital electronics.

Product Details

• Paperback: 800 pages
• Publisher: Benjamin Cummings; 2 edition (June 8, 1987)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0205083773
• ISBN-13: 978-0205083770
• Product Dimensions: 9.1 x 6.1 x 1.9 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2.8 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 3.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #399,054 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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9 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A Professor's View of "Introductory Electronics...", August 21, 2003

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William F. Walker (Barboursville, VA United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Introductory Electronics for Scientists and Engineers (2nd Edition) (Paperback)

As a second year undergraduate Biomedical Engineering student I used Simpson's text for my first Biomedical Instrumentation class at Duke University. At the time the professor told us that we would have a tough time with the book, but over time we would find that it was an outstanding reference and as our sophistication grew we would come to appraciate it more. That has certainly been the case!

As a professor now, teaching my own Biomedical Instrumentation class I still find this text to be the best on out there. It provides a thorough background on many of the key concepts of Electrical Engineering including AC and DC circuits, Fourier analysis, Semiconductor Physics, Transistors, Op Amps, Op Amp Ciucuits, Digital Logic, and even microprocessors. Some of this is admittedly dated, especially the digital sections, but the fundamentals are all there and I have not seen another book that covers so much, so clearly.

One of the great features of this text is its practical bent. There is a whole chapter on noise; describing phyical sources and some ways of dealing with probelms. There is also an excellent appendix describing various types of capacitors, inductors, and resistors. It answers great questions like: Should I use a ceramic capacitor in my design or an aluminum electrolytic?

Of the roughly 50 books on the shelf in my office, this is the one that is most commonly missing. I recommend this book as an excellent reference in an area where there are a lot of books available.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars THE reference book on electronics, November 30, 2004

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R. Rogers (MI) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Introductory Electronics for Scientists and Engineers (2nd Edition) (Paperback)

I highly recommend Simpson's book. It provides clear, accurate information on all those things that we may have missed (or forgotten). His treatment of solid state devices is detailed, but accurate (too many other books gloss over the SS theory).
The only reason that I can't give it 5 stars is it's age. I would prefer an updated edition. If you have a copy, keep it.

0 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

1.0 out of 5 stars text book sent in horrible condition, September 25, 2010

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This review is from: Introductory Electronics for Scientists and Engineers (2nd Edition) (Paperback)

The text book was sent in horrible condition. I would not trust seller. The book was basically falling apart