29.5 - Summary of Important Concepts
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Practice Questions
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Define voltage gain and its significance in an amplifier.
💡 Hint: Think about the ratio of output to input voltage.
What is transconductance, and how is it calculated?
💡 Hint: Use thermal voltage for calculations.
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What is a typical value for transconductance (gm)?
💡 Hint: Think about typical thermal voltages.
True or False: Higher power dissipation improves amplifier reliability.
💡 Hint: Consider the implications on temperature rose.
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Consider a CE amplifier that has an input resistance of 1kΩ and an output resistance of 10kΩ. If the input signal is 0.5V, calculate the output voltage considering a gain of -20.
💡 Hint: Apply the voltage gain formula.
An amplifier experiences a significant temperature rise leading to failure. Discuss steps you would take to redesign to mitigate power dissipation issues.
💡 Hint: Consider material and physical changes in your design.
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