17.6.2 - Transconductance and Gain
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Define transconductance and its units.
💡 Hint: Think about what role voltage change has on current.
What is the formula for calculating gain in a MOSFET circuit?
💡 Hint: Consider what parameters are involved in transconductance.
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What does transconductance measure?
💡 Hint: Consider what directly impacts the current from the input.
True or False: The gain of a MOSFET amplifier is expressed as A = g_m * R_D.
💡 Hint: Think about the nature of signal output compared to input.
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Design an amplifier circuit with the specified requirements: Input voltage range of 1-5V and a gain of -10 using a MOSFET. What values would you choose for R_D and transconductance?
💡 Hint: Balance the resistor values with the operational characteristics of the MOSFET.
If a MOSFET begins to clip at output voltages when fed a signal, what adjustments can be made to avoid distortion within the linear range?
💡 Hint: Consider the overall behavior of the circuit as components interact.
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