18.1 - Linearization of Non – Linear Circuit Containing BJT
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What is the operating point in a circuit?
💡 Hint: Think about the steady conditions of the circuit!
Why is linearization important?
💡 Hint: Recall that it makes computations easier!
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What do we refer to when we talk about the operating point?
💡 Hint: Think of it as the point of operation for circuit functions!
True or false: Linearization can be applied to any range of input in a circuit.
💡 Hint: Remember the restrictions on small signal analysis!
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Derive the small signal equivalent circuit of a given BJT amplifier, assuming practical values for DC voltage and resistances.
💡 Hint: Don't forget to consider voltage-dependent currents and small signals around the Q-point.
Analyze how varying the input voltage slightly changes the output voltage in a given BJT circuit using small signal analysis.
💡 Hint: You may need to express both outputs in terms of small signal variations to observe the effect.
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