Preview of practice Conclusion And Future Discussion (34.1.11) - Common Source Amplifier (contd.) Numerical examples and design guidelines (Part B)
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Conclusion and Future Discussion

Practice - Conclusion and Future Discussion

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Question 1 Easy

What is the purpose of biasing a common source amplifier?

💡 Hint: Think about the transistor's operation regions.

Question 2 Easy

What is the typical configuration of a common source amplifier?

💡 Hint: Recall the basic setup of a common source circuit.

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Question 1

What is the purpose of choosing the correct resistor values in a common source amplifier?

To avoid heat
To maximize gain and output swing
To minimize cost

💡 Hint: Consider what affects an amplifier's performance.

Question 2

True or False: The DC operating point should be set at extremes of the output voltage range.

True
False

💡 Hint: Revisit how swings impact voltage selection.

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Challenge 1 Hard

Design a common source amplifier for a given target of 1 mA drain current. Use a supply voltage of 15V. Determine the resistor values for R1, R2, and R_D by applying design principles discussed.

💡 Hint: Remember to maintain resistor ratios to achieve the desired gate voltage.

Challenge 2 Hard

If increasing V_th from 1V to 2V affects the output swing, what practical differences would you need to address in your design?

💡 Hint: Investigate how threshold voltage is tied to your operating point.

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