Not a beginner's guide to electronics, but a reference for both beginners and veterans who design, construct, or repair electronic circuits. Contains most of the basic information needed on a daily basis, with just enough explanation to serve as a reminder or a clue to looking up more details elsewhere. The fourth edition allocates more space to energy conversion devices, sensors, and transducers; and adds a new section on digital simulation. First published in 1980 and most recently in 1992. No bibliography. Annotation copyright Book News, Inc. Portland, Or.