67.4 - Implementation of Common Source Amplifier
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What is a common source amplifier used for?
💡 Hint: Think about the primary function of amplifiers.
What defines an active load in amplifiers?
💡 Hint: Consider how it differs from passive loads.
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What is the primary advantage of using an active load in a common source amplifier?
💡 Hint: Consider which configuration gives better amplification.
True or False: The Gain-Bandwidth Product changes when using an active load in a common source amplifier.
💡 Hint: Think about how these two quantities relate to each other.
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Design a common source amplifier circuit with an active load that achieves a target gain. What parameters would you choose to ensure both transistors operate in saturation?
💡 Hint: Refer to current equations and saturation conditions for each transistor.
Evaluate the effect of changing the active load characteristics on the amplifier's output for a constant input signal.
💡 Hint: Visualize the shift in the I-V curve due to the load changes.
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