Practice Requirements (6.4.1) - MOSFET Switching Circuits - Analog Circuits
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Question 1 Easy

What are the two main requirements for a MOSFET gate drive circuit?

💡 Hint: Think about what affects switching speed and effectiveness.

Question 2 Easy

What does Ciss represent?

💡 Hint: Remember it includes both gate-to-source and gate-to-drain capacitances.

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Question 1

What is the significance of fast gate voltage transitions in MOSFETs?

They reduce the on-resistance
They minimize switching losses
They increase the voltage rating

💡 Hint: Think about how speed impacts heat generation during switching.

Question 2

True or False: Ciss decreases with higher MOSFET switching frequencies.

True
False

💡 Hint: Focus on the nature of capacitance and frequency.

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Challenge 1 Hard

A MOSFET has Ciss = 50nF and you need to charge the gate to 10V in 5ns. Calculate the required drive current.

💡 Hint: Break down the formula into parts and ensure unit consistency.

Challenge 2 Hard

In a circuit where slower transitions are causing overheating, suggest a method to resolve the issue while justifying the solution.

💡 Hint: Consider factors affecting thermal performance in high-speed applications.

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