88.4.3 - Numerical Calculation
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What is the role of a current mirror in an amplifier circuit?
💡 Hint: Think about mirroring.
Define the term 'biasing' in the context of transistor circuits.
💡 Hint: It's about preparing the operating point.
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What is the primary function of a current mirror?
💡 Hint: Consider its name and think about the action it performs.
Biasing a transistor ensures it operates in which region?
💡 Hint: Think of biasing as setting the stage.
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Design a common emitter amplifier with a specified output voltage gain of 1000 and determine the necessary current mirror configuration to achieve this gain.
💡 Hint: Consider voltage gain formulas and transistor role definitions.
Investigate the impact of a β mismatch (varying device β values) on the current mirror's performance. How would you modify the circuit to maintain stable output?
💡 Hint: Look into how feedback can stabilize outputs.
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