68.1.7 - Small Signal Parameters Calculation
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What is transconductance?
💡 Hint: Think of it as how well the transistor can control current.
If a transistor has a bias current of 5 mA, what is the transconductance?
💡 Hint: Use Vt value for calculation.
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What is the formula for transconductance?
💡 Hint: Think about the relationship of current to voltage in the small signal model.
True or False: The output resistance increases with higher Early voltage.
💡 Hint: Remember, VA influences output in transistors.
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Design a differential amplifier using two BJTs with specified parameters. Calculate the small signal parameters and assess their implications.
💡 Hint: Refer to standard formulas and remember how resistor values affect β!
Given a common emitter transistor with variable bias currents, explore how altering these currents affects output signal swing.
💡 Hint: Think about how higher biasing affects overall collector current.
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