Practice Circuit Analysis (6.4.3.1) - Oscillators and Current Mirrors - Analog Circuits
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Circuit Analysis

Practice - Circuit Analysis - 6.4.3.1

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Practice Questions

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Question 1 Easy

What are the two main components of an oscillator?

💡 Hint: Think about what generates the signal and what maintains it.

Question 2 Easy

What does the Barkhausen Criterion relate to?

💡 Hint: Consider the requirements for both phase and gain.

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Interactive Quizzes

Quick quizzes to reinforce your learning

Question 1

What is a key function of oscillators in electronic circuits?

To amplify signals
To generate repetitive waveforms
To limit voltage

💡 Hint: Remember the primary output of an oscillator.

Question 2

True or False: The Barkhausen Criterion states that the loop gain must always be less than one.

True
False

💡 Hint: Focus on the amplification aspect of oscillators.

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Challenge Problems

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Challenge 1 Hard

Design an oscillator using an op-amp for a specific frequency, detailing component values based on the Barkhausen Criterion.

💡 Hint: Refer to standard designs like the RC phase shift or Wien Bridge to guide your calculations.

Challenge 2 Hard

Calculate the maximum output current for a Widlar current mirror given a specific reference current and resistor values.

💡 Hint: Focus on how resistor changes impact the output current ratio you designed.

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