The world of LEDs is far more complex than plug it in and put some power to it. I have discovered that in the short time since I joined this forum. Understanding LEDs takes knowledge of circuits, materials, heat transfer, power conversion as well as other areas. This forum is packed full of useful information, but I haven't yet found the basics thread that explains how to get started.
Is there a website or book that would go a long way to explaining the mentioned topics and how they are used in real life applications? I'm keen to use LED technology here and there, auto and home, but hate to ask silly noob questions every time I switch scenarios. It would be much more beneficial to understand the theory and be able to apply it variously, than it is to learn how to make a 12VDC LED for my dome light, and again for my tail light, then a 120VAC uplight.
Where can I learn how to fish instead of just getting a fish from this thread and that thread?
Thanks!
Is there a website or book that would go a long way to explaining the mentioned topics and how they are used in real life applications? I'm keen to use LED technology here and there, auto and home, but hate to ask silly noob questions every time I switch scenarios. It would be much more beneficial to understand the theory and be able to apply it variously, than it is to learn how to make a 12VDC LED for my dome light, and again for my tail light, then a 120VAC uplight.
Where can I learn how to fish instead of just getting a fish from this thread and that thread?
Thanks!
