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A demodulator is an electronic circuit or device that performs demodulation. Demodulation is the process of extracting information-bearing modulation signals from a carrier wave. In essence, it's the reverse of modulation. Modulation is used to encode information onto a carrier signal for transmission, often over radio waves or other communication channels. The demodulator then decodes this information at the receiving end.

The specific design of a demodulator depends heavily on the type of modulation used. For example, amplitude modulation (AM) demodulators might use a simple diode and capacitor to detect amplitude variations. Frequency modulation (FM) demodulators, on the other hand, often employ techniques like a discriminator or phase-locked loop to detect frequency shifts. Similarly, phase modulation (PM) requires demodulators capable of sensing changes in the phase of the carrier wave.

Demodulators are fundamental components in a vast array of electronic systems. They are crucial for radios, televisions, modems, satellite receivers, and virtually any device that receives a modulated signal. Without demodulators, the encoded information carried by these signals would be inaccessible. The output of a demodulator is typically an analog or digital signal that can be processed further by other parts of the receiving system, such as audio amplifiers or data processing units. The efficiency and accuracy of a demodulator are key factors in the overall performance and quality of a communication system.