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1. Introduction to Electronics
2. Semiconductor Physics
3. The p-n Junction Diode
4. Diode Applications and Circuits
5. Bipolar Junction Transistors (BJTs)
6. Field-Effect Transistors (FETs)
7. Single-Stage Amplifiers
8. Multistage Amplifiers
9. Frequency Response of Amplifiers
10. Operational Amplifiers
11. Feedback in Amplifiers
12. Oscillators
13. Power Amplifiers
14. Power Supply Circuits
Power Amplifiers
Power Amplifier Classification
Class A Operation
Conduction Angle
Efficiency Characteristics
Linearity Properties
Class B Operation
Push-Pull Configuration
Crossover Distortion
Efficiency Improvement
Class AB Operation
Bias Point Selection
Compromise between A and B
Class C Operation
High Efficiency
Tuned Load Requirements
Class D Operation
Switching Mode Operation
Pulse Width Modulation
High Efficiency
Class A Power Amplifiers
Single-Ended Class A
Circuit Configuration
Power Calculations
Efficiency Analysis
Transformer-Coupled Class A
Impedance Matching
Power Transfer
Class A Push-Pull
Balanced Operation
Even Harmonic Cancellation
Class B and AB Power Amplifiers
Complementary Symmetry
NPN-PNP Pair
Crossover Distortion
Quasi-Complementary Configuration
Driver and Output Stages
Class AB Biasing
Diode Biasing
VBE Multiplier
Thermal Tracking
Power Transistor Considerations
Power Transistor Types
Bipolar Power Transistors
Power MOSFETs
IGBTs
Safe Operating Area (SOA)
Current Limitations
Voltage Limitations
Power Limitations
Thermal Management
Junction Temperature
Thermal Resistance
Heat Sink Design
Second Breakdown
Current Focusing
Prevention Techniques
Protection Circuits
Overcurrent Protection
Current Limiting
Foldback Current Limiting
Thermal Protection
Temperature Sensing
Thermal Shutdown
Short Circuit Protection
Safe Operating Area Protection
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