How Capacitors Work | HowStuffWorks In this article, we'll learn exactly what a capacitor is, what it does and how it's used in electronics We'll also look at the history of the capacitor and how several people helped shape its progress
What is a Capacitor, And What is Capacitance? - Electrical4U In a circuit, a capacitor acts as a charge storage device It stores electric charge when voltage is applied across it and releases the charge back into the circuit when needed A basic capacitor is made of two parallel metal plates separated by a dielectric material
Capacitor: Principle, Types, Applications, Examples, Safety What is a Capacitor? An electronic device containing two terminals that stores and distributes electrical energy is called a capacitor The main purpose of a capacitor is to store electrical energy for a certain time and then release it when needed