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Pulse Width[edit]

Pulse width is a critical parameter in the field of electronics and signal processing. It refers to the duration of time that a pulse is at a high level in a pulse wave. Pulse width is typically measured in seconds or milliseconds, depending on the frequency of the pulse wave.

Definition[edit]

Pulse width is defined as the time interval between the leading edge and the trailing edge of a pulse, during which the pulse is at its maximum amplitude. In a digital signal, this corresponds to the time the signal is at a logical "1" level.

Importance in Electronics[edit]

In electronics, pulse width is a fundamental concept used in various applications such as pulse width modulation (PWM), which is a technique used to encode information or control the power delivered to a load. PWM is widely used in motor control, LED dimming, and audio signal processing.

Pulse Width Modulation (PWM)[edit]

Pulse width modulation is a method of reducing the average power delivered by an electrical signal by effectively chopping it up into discrete parts. The average value of voltage (and current) fed to the load is controlled by turning the switch between supply and load on and off at a fast pace. The longer the switch is on compared to the off periods, the higher the total power supplied to the load.

Applications[edit]

Pulse width is a key parameter in various applications:

Communication systems: Pulse width is used in pulse code modulation (PCM) and other digital communication techniques.
Radar and Sonar: Pulse width determines the resolution and range of radar and sonar systems.
Medical devices: In medical imaging and therapeutic devices, pulse width is crucial for the timing and delivery of energy.

Measurement[edit]

Pulse width can be measured using an oscilloscope, which displays the waveform of the pulse and allows for precise measurement of the time interval between the leading and trailing edges.

Related Concepts[edit]

Duty cycle: The ratio of the pulse width to the total period of the waveform.
Frequency: The number of times a pulse occurs in one second.
Amplitude: The height of the pulse, representing the maximum value of the signal.

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-Pulse width refers to the duration of a pulse signal in a digital or analog system. It is commonly used in various fields such as electronics, telecommunications, and computer science. Pulse width modulation (PWM) is a technique that utilizes pulse width to control the average power delivered to a load.
+{{DISPLAYTITLE:Pulse Width}}
-== Overview ==
+== Pulse Width ==
-In digital systems, a pulse signal is a binary waveform that switches between two voltage levels, typically represented as high (logic 1) and low (logic 0). The pulse width is the time interval during which the signal remains at the high level before transitioning to the low level or vice versa. It is usually measured in seconds or fractions of a second.
+[[File:Pulse wide wave.svg|thumb|right|Illustration of a pulse wave with varying pulse width.]]
-== Applications ==
+'''Pulse width''' is a critical parameter in the field of [[electronics]] and [[signal processing]]. It refers to the duration of time that a pulse is at a high level in a [[pulse wave]]. Pulse width is typically measured in [[seconds]] or [[milliseconds]], depending on the frequency of the pulse wave.
-Pulse width modulation (PWM) is widely used in applications where precise control of power delivery is required. One common application is in motor speed control, where PWM signals are used to regulate the speed of electric motors. By varying the pulse width, the average power delivered to the motor can be adjusted, thus controlling its speed.
+== Definition ==
+Pulse width is defined as the time interval between the leading edge and the trailing edge of a pulse, during which the pulse is at its maximum amplitude. In a [[digital signal]], this corresponds to the time the signal is at a logical "1" level.
-Another application of pulse width is in telecommunications, specifically in pulse code modulation (PCM). PCM is a method used to digitally represent analog signals, such as voice or audio signals. In PCM, the pulse width represents the amplitude of the analog signal at a specific point in time. By varying the pulse width, the analog signal can be accurately reconstructed at the receiving end.
+== Importance in Electronics ==
+In electronics, pulse width is a fundamental concept used in various applications such as [[pulse width modulation]] (PWM), which is a technique used to encode information or control the power delivered to a load. PWM is widely used in [[motor control]], [[LED dimming]], and [[audio signal processing]].
 == Pulse Width Modulation (PWM) ==
-Pulse width modulation (PWM) is a technique that uses pulse width to control the average power delivered to a load. It is commonly used in applications such as motor speed control, LED dimming, and audio amplification.
+[[Pulse width modulation]] is a method of reducing the average power delivered by an electrical signal by effectively chopping it up into discrete parts. The average value of voltage (and current) fed to the load is controlled by turning the switch between supply and load on and off at a fast pace. The longer the switch is on compared to the off periods, the higher the total power supplied to the load.
+== Applications ==
+Pulse width is a key parameter in various applications:
-In PWM, a high-frequency carrier signal is modulated by varying the pulse width. The carrier signal is typically a square wave with a fixed frequency, while the pulse width is adjusted to achieve the desired power output. By rapidly switching the signal on and off, the average power delivered to the load can be controlled.
+* '''[[Communication systems]]''': Pulse width is used in [[pulse code modulation]] (PCM) and other digital communication techniques.
+* '''[[Radar]] and [[Sonar]]''': Pulse width determines the resolution and range of radar and sonar systems.
+* '''[[Medical devices]]''': In [[medical imaging]] and [[therapeutic devices]], pulse width is crucial for the timing and delivery of energy.
-PWM is particularly useful in applications where precise control of power is required. For example, in motor speed control, PWM allows for smooth and efficient speed regulation. By adjusting the duty cycle, which is the ratio of the pulse width to the period of the carrier signal, the average power delivered to the motor can be varied, thus controlling its speed.
+== Measurement ==
+Pulse width can be measured using an [[oscilloscope]], which displays the waveform of the pulse and allows for precise measurement of the time interval between the leading and trailing edges.
-== See Also ==
+== Related Concepts ==
-* [[Pulse Code Modulation]]
+* [[Duty cycle]]: The ratio of the pulse width to the total period of the waveform.
-* [[Digital Signal Processing]]
+* [[Frequency]]: The number of times a pulse occurs in one second.
-* [[Analog Signal Processing]]
+* [[Amplitude]]: The height of the pulse, representing the maximum value of the signal.
-== References ==
+== Related Pages ==
-<references />
+* [[Pulse width modulation]]
+* [[Duty cycle]]
+* [[Oscilloscope]]
+* [[Signal processing]]
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-[[Category:Telecommunications]]
+[[Category:Signal processing]]
-[[Category:Computer Science]]
-[[Category:Digital Signal Processing]]