ABSTRACT
As computers began to gain popularity, engineers and scientists realized that computers could become a powerful tool for data acquisition and control. However, almost all real-world phenomena (such as light, pressure, velocity, temperature, etc.) are measured with sensors that produce analog signals, and computers, on the other hand, rely on digital signals. Therefore, many companies began to invest in advancements in analog-to-digital and digital-to-analog converters (ADC and DAC). These devices have become the keystone in every measurement device. This chapter will examine the ADC and DAC on a functional level as well as discuss important specifications of each.
