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6. Analysis of Simple Non - linear Circuit (Contd.) - Part B

6. Analysis of Simple Non - linear Circuit (Contd.) - Part B

The chapter discusses methods for analyzing non-linear circuits, particularly focusing on diode circuits. It covers two primary methods for finding solutions: pictorial representation and iterative methods. Additionally, practical solutions using a piecewise linear model and the concept of small signal equivalent circuits for linearizing non-linear circuits are also addressed.

7 sections

Sections

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  1. 6.1
    Analysis Of Non-Linear Circuit

    This section reviews methods for analyzing non-linear circuits, specifically...

  2. 6.1.1
    Generalized Methods

    This section discusses generalized methods for analyzing non-linear...

  3. 6.1.2
    Iterative Method Of Finding The Solution

    This section discusses the iterative method for solving non-linear circuits,...

  4. 6.1.3
    Practical Method Of Finding Solution

    This section discusses practical methods to solve non-linear diode circuits,...

  5. 6.1.4
    Piece-Wise Linear Model

    This section discusses the piece-wise linear model for analyzing non-linear...

  6. 6.1.5
    Linearization Of The Circuit

    This section discusses the linearization of non-linear circuits,...

  7. 6.1.6
    Small Signal Equivalent Circuit

    This section discusses the concept of small signal equivalent circuits in...

What we have learnt

  • Non-linear circuits can be analyzed using graphical and iterative methods.
  • Piecewise linear models are useful for simplifying diode circuit analysis.
  • The small signal equivalent circuit helps in linearizing non-linear circuits for better understanding.

Key Concepts

-- Nonlinear Circuits
Circuits that do not follow a linear relationship between voltage and current, requiring specialized analysis techniques.
-- Diode Circuits
Circuits that utilize diodes, which are non-linear components, necessitating specific modeling approaches.
-- Piecewise Linear Model
A method of approximating a non-linear function by breaking it into sections where it can be treated as linear.
-- Small Signal Equivalent Circuit
A simplified circuit representation that approximates the behavior of a non-linear component under small signal conditions.

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