61.6.7.2 - Output Impedance
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What is output impedance?
💡 Hint: Think about how it affects an amplifier's performance.
Why is high output impedance desirable?
💡 Hint: Consider the relationship with load variations.
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What is the primary purpose of having high output impedance in cascode amplifiers?
💡 Hint: Remember how impedance affects amplifier performance.
True or False: Higher output impedance is always beneficial in amplifier design.
💡 Hint: Think about the impact of different loads on performance.
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Calculate the output impedance for a cascode amplifier given the following parameters: r_o1, r_o2, and a feedback resistance R. Provide a detailed derivation.
💡 Hint: Consider how each transistor affects the other's output.
Discuss the effects of varying load conditions on a cascode amplifier's performance, detailing how output impedance changes under these conditions.
💡 Hint: Think about real-world uses of these amplifiers and their applications.
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