Design and Operation of a Basic Waveform Generator Circuit

  Name: Parth Rahul Joshi PRN: 202401070154 Div: B       Batch: B3 Design and Operation of a Basic Waveform Generator Circuit Introduction         A waveform generator is a circuit that produces periodic signals — most commonly sine, square, and triangle waves. It’s one of the most essential tools for testing and analyzing electronic systems. But   what actually happens inside? Let’s break it down                               Basic block diagram showing oscillator, comparator, and wave-shaping stages. 1. The Core Idea: Oscillation from RC Networks At its heart, the waveform generator is an oscillator — it turns a steady DC voltage into a repeating AC waveform. The simplest version uses a resistor (R) and capacitor (C) to set the rhythm of oscillation. The capacitor charges and discharges through the resistor, creating a repeating voltage pattern....