81.1.8 - Summary of current biasing element
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What is the primary function of a current mirror?
💡 Hint: Think about how current flow is controlled in circuits.
What does 'high output impedance' mean?
💡 Hint: Consider the relationship between voltage and current.
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What is a primary benefit of using current mirrors in circuits?
💡 Hint: Consider what stability means in the context of electronic circuits.
True or False: A current mirror can be used as a current amplifier.
💡 Hint: Think about the role of current gain in amplifiers.
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Design a hypothetical current mirror circuit including relevant parameters (like transistor types and biasing) and explain how it would improve the performance of an amplifier.
💡 Hint: Consider the role of transistor matching in your design.
Analyze how variations in transistor parameters due to manufacturing tolerances might affect the current mirror performance in a real-world application, and suggest potential solutions.
💡 Hint: Think about how different circuit configurations can mitigate these variations.
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