In today's cars, electronic systems are more complex than simple electrical wiring. They now affect almost every operating aspect of the automobile. The sixth edition of Understanding Automotive Electronics covers the most recent technological advances in operation and troubleshooting of electronic systems and components, including low-emission standards, on-board diagnostics and communication, digital instrumentation, and digital engine control.
With extensive revisions, the sixth edition of this popular book is a practical text, suitable for the automotive technician, student, enthusiast, or professional who wants to upgrade his or her background in electronic systems found in the automobile.
Customer Reviews:
Avg. Customer Rating: 5.0 / 5.0
Great choice for electrical engineers interested in automotive electronics:
Electronics has taken over control of the modern automobile, so much so that it is difficult to tinker with the car as we used to do in the old days, since all of the electronics is contained in embedded systems and diagnostics are usually performed by a PC. All the key functions are, or can be, controlled with electronics which has greatly benefited the driver. There are 11 chapters and over 450 pages illustrated with diagrams, circuits and performance graphs, but very few photographs of the... more info
Great Book:
You won't be disappointed, from air/fuel/spark to control systems, this is a very well written and informative book.
Excellent treatment of engine controls:
The book title, Understanding Automotive Electronics, is an understatement. This book, in chapters 5, 6, and 7, gives one of the best explanations of modern engine control systems I have ever read. Every major concept of OBD-II vehicles is discussed in clear precise language. These chapters alone are worth the price of the book.
My favorite feature of the book is the end of chapter questions which can be used to test your understanding of the material. And in the back of the book, you can check your... more info
