About This Book
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LINEAR
INTEGRATED
CIRCUITS
Dean Howard
Linear Integrated Circuits (LICs) are analog circuits designed to process continuous signals with linear
responses. These circuits operate over a range of input voltages and provide proportional output,
making them essential in applications like signal amplification, filtering, and voltage regulation. Unlike
digital circuits that work with discrete signals, LICs handle real-world analog signals smoothly and
efficiently. One of the most widely used linear integrated circuits is the Operational Amplifier (Op-Amp),
which serves as the backbone of many analog applications. Op-Amps are used in voltage amplification,
active filters, oscillators, and signal conditioning circuits. Popular Op-Amps like the 741 IC are known for
their versatility and reliability. Linear voltage regulators, another category of LICs, help maintain a stable
voltage supply in electronic devices. The LM317 and 7805 voltage regulators are commonly used in
power supply circuits to ensure consistent output voltage despite variations in input. Linear Integrated
Circuits are used in audio amplification, biomedical instrumentation, analog computing, and
communication systems. Their ability to provide precise and stable performance makes them crucial in
various electronic applications. As technology advances, LICs continue to evolve, improving efficiency
and integration in modern electronic designs. This book explores the fundamentals, design principles,
and applications of Linear Integrated Circuits, focusing on their role in modern analog electronics.
Contents: 1. Logic Circuits and Design Procedure, 2. Amplifier Circuit, 3. Integrated Circuits, 4. Digital
Electronic Circuits, 5. Equivalent Circuits, 6. Electrical Transients, 7. Electronic Components, 8. Analysis of
Sequential Circuits, 9. Common Emitter Amplifier Circuit, 10. Digital and Analog Signals, 11. Analog
Representation, 12. Digital Integrated Circuits, 13. Basic Operation of Circuit, 14. Direct Current (DC).
