Transistorized
If you were asked what the most influential and important invention in the 20th Century was, what would you respond? That single question would be a great one for discussion at parties, at work, and most definitely in the classroom. There really is no right answer, but the FamSite today visits a site that make a strong argument for a tiny piece of silicon.
Called Transistorized!, it is an installment from Public Broadcasting series about technology in our century. Their previous shows include the radio and the television, both of which also had companion websites. At this site, you can learn about the technology behind the development of solid-state devices such as transistors, op amps, and IC chips. You also learn about the secrecy of the development, as well as the egos involved. You will find out about people like Jack Kilby, Gordon Moore, Bill Shockley, and Phil Foy.
This site is an excellent place for budding young electronics technicians, and anyone who has picked up screwdriver to work on their computer. Be sure to share this most interesting site with your friends.