Practice - Condition for Oscillation (Magnitude Condition) - 6.3.1.4
Practice Questions
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What is the magnitude condition in relation to loop gain?
💡 Hint: Think about what happens if the gain is less or more than one.
Explain the consequences of having a loop gain of less than one in an oscillator.
💡 Hint: Consider how energy losses impact oscillation.
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What must the loop gain be for sustained oscillations?
💡 Hint: Consider the concept of energy balancing in oscillators.
If the loop gain is greater than one, what occurs in an oscillator?
💡 Hint: Focus on how excess gain can impact amplitude.
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Calculate the minimum loop gain required for an oscillator that is designed to work at a frequency where the feedback factor has been found to be 0.9.
💡 Hint: Use the relationship of gain and feedback factor.
Design a simple RC oscillator circuit ensuring it meets the magnitude condition. What values must you choose for R and C to achieve a target frequency?
💡 Hint: Consider how varying R and C affects your calculated frequency.
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