57.3.9 - Common Source followed by Common Gate Configuration
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What is a common emitter configuration?
💡 Hint: Think about what part of the transistor is 'common'.
Explain why CC configuration is known as an emitter follower.
💡 Hint: Compare the output and input voltages.
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What is the main advantage of using a common collector configuration?
💡 Hint: Remember why we use emitter followers.
The transconductance of a transistor is defined as:
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Design a multi-stage amplifier using one CE configuration followed by a CC configuration. Calculate the voltage gain and discuss how input and output impedances will change.
💡 Hint: Focus on applying derived equations effectively.
Explain how incorporating a common gate configuration after a common source may change the performance parameters.
💡 Hint: Consider the interaction between the gain characteristics of both configurations.
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