Capacitors Basics & Technologies Open Course

INTRODUCTION
About the Capacitor Course
Introduction to Capacitors
1 Topic
Capacitor Symbols
CAPACITORS BASICS
Capacitance, Dipoles and Dielectric Absorption
2 Topics
Capacitance, Dipoles and Dielectric
Capacitors Basics – Advanced University Class Video
Insulation Resistance, DCL Leakage Current and Breakdown Voltage
3 Topics
Insulation Resistance, DCL Leakage Current and Breakdown Voltage
Capacitors DCL Myths
Current-Voltage Relation and Breakdown Voltage Advanced University Class Videos
Losses (ESR, IMP, DF, Q)
1 Topic
Capacitor Losses ESR, IMP, DF, Q
Energy Content and Electromagnetic Force
2 Topics
Energy Content and Electromagnetic Force
Energy Stored in Capacitor University Class Video
Ripple Current and Power Load
1 Topic
Capacitor Ripple Current and Power Load
Derating and Category Concepts
1 Topic
Capacitors Derating and Category Concept
Capacitors Basic Concept Videos
2 Topics
Capacitor Basics Webinar
Capacitor Calculations University Class Videos
CAPACITOR TYPES
Capacitor Types Introduction
Electrostatic Capacitors Constructional Solutions
1 Topic
Construction of Electrostatic Capacitors
Paper and Plastic Film Capacitors
1 Topic
MP Paper and MKT / MKP Plastic Film Capacitors
Film and Foil Organic Dielectric Capacitors
6 Topics
Film Capacitor Construction and Manufacturing
POLYESTER CAPACITORS PET / KT and MKT
POLYPROPYLENE CAPACITORS PP / KP and MKP
POLYCARBONATE (PC) CAPACITORS / KC and MKC
POLYSTYRENE (PS), POLYPHENYLENE SULFIDE (PPS) AND OTHER PLASTIC FILMS
Film Capacitors Manufacturing Videos
Ceramic Capacitors
6 Topics
Ceramic Capacitors Construction and Manufacturing Process
Ceramic Capacitors Technology
Class I Ceramic Capacitors
Class II Ceramic Capacitors
Ceramic MLCC class II DC BIAS ageing
Ceramic Capacitors Manufacturing Videos
Silicon and Silicon Wafer Based Integrated Capacitors
2 Topics
Silicon Based Capacitor Structure and Features
Silicon Capacitors Manufacturing Video
Other Inorganic Dielectrics
1 Topic
Glass, MICA and Air Capacitors
Electrolytic Capacitors
2 Topics
Basic Concept of Electrolytic Capacitors
Concept of Electrolytic Capacitors Measurement
Aluminum Electrolytics
5 Topics
Wet Aluminum Electrolytic Capacitors
Solid Al Electrolytics, MnO2, Conductive Polymer and TCNQ Salt
Construction Types and Manufacturing Process of Aluminum Capacitors
Aluminum Electrolytic Capacitors Features
Aluminum Electrolytic Manufacturers Video
Tantalums Electrolytics
7 Topics
Tantalum Electrolytic Capacitors
Tantalum and Nb-based Capacitors Construction & Manufacturing
Solid Tantalum Capacitors with Manganese Dioxide and Polymer Electrolytes
Niobium and Niobium Oxide Capacitors
Wet Tantalum Capacitors
Tantalum Electrolytic Manufacturing Videos
Tantalum Supply Chain
Supercapacitors
3 Topics
Supercapacitors – Basic Function & Construction
Supercapacitors Manufacturing
Supercapacitors – Features & Measurement
Variable Capacitors
1 Topic
Variable Capacitors – Construction & Features
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Capacitor Calculations University Class Videos

Capacitors Basics & Technologies Open Course Capacitors Basic Concept Videos Capacitor Calculations University Class Videos

… and if you wish to think about some more practical examples for capacitor calculations you can check the following set of university style video lessons as a homework: Viewing is optional.

Finding the Equivalent Capacitance

3 min

Finding the Charge On & Voltage Across Capacitors

8 min

Example Problem (1 of 4) Q=? U=?

2 min

Example Problem (2 of 4) V=? U=?

2 min

Example Problem (3 of 4) i(t)=? i(t=2s)=?

5 min

Example Problem (4 of 4) v(t)=? v(t=0.1s)=?

7 min

Capacitors with Current Source

6 min

Given Voltage, Determine Current

3 min

Given Current, Determine Voltage

7 min

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