Last updated at 09:13 AM on 02 Nov 2011
Class meeting on 17, 18 October 2011
Homework: Problem Set #4
Learning Objectives
- Be able to set up a spreadsheet in Excel that is organized and easy to read
- Be able to construct a plot in Excel
- Be able to describe the main steps in constructing the desktop fan project
- Be able to derive the coefficients of, and evaluate the v(t) curve that describes a breathing LED.
Notes and Supplemental Files
- Excel spreadsheet to plot of resistor power versus resistance: Lecture Notes and Spreadsheet
- Fan project introduction: PDF slides and 3-up notes
- Introduction to PWM: PDF slides or detailed notes
- Equations for a breathing LED: PDF slides or Handout 2up slides or detailed notes
- Video of laser cutter fabrication of desktop fan pieces: Link
Overview of Desktop Fan Fabrication