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83. Usage of current mirror (Part-A)

The chapter focuses on the applications of current mirror circuits in analog electronic circuits, specifically within amplifiers such as common emitter, common source, and differential amplifiers. It discusses the small signal models for current mirrors using both BJT and MOSFET technologies, emphasizing how these circuits can be utilized to enhance signal processing capabilities by mirroring currents for improved performance. Key applications and analysis methods for these circuits are also presented.

Sections

  • 83.1

    Analog Electronic Circuits

    This section covers the usage of current mirrors in analog electronic circuits, focusing on their applications in various amplifier configurations.

  • 83.2

    Lecture – 83

    This lecture discusses the applications of current mirrors in analog electronic circuits, particularly in amplifier configurations.

  • 83.2.1

    Usage Of Current Mirror (Part-A)

    This section discusses the applications of current mirrors in various amplifier configurations, focusing on small signal modeling and amplifier behavior.

  • 83.3

    Overview Of Current Mirror Applications

    This section discusses various applications of current mirrors in analog electronic circuits, including amplifiers and differential amplifiers.

  • 83.3.1

    Common Emitter And Common Source Amplifier

    This section discusses the application of current mirrors in common emitter and common source amplifiers, including their small signal models and implications for amplifier design.

  • 83.3.2

    Small Signal Model Of Current Mirror

    This section discusses the small signal model of current mirrors and their significance in amplifier circuits.

  • 83.3.3

    Usage In Differential Amplifier

    This section focuses on the application of current mirrors within differential amplifiers, emphasizing their role in signal mirroring and circuit behavior.

  • 83.4

    Small Signal Model Analysis

    This section covers the analysis of small signal models in current mirrors, discussing their operational principles and applications in various amplifier configurations.

  • 83.4.1

    Current Mirror Circuit Implementation With Mosfet

    This section discusses the implementation of current mirror circuits using MOSFETs, their applications in amplifiers, and the small signal model analysis.

  • 83.4.2

    Voltage Dependency In Small Signal Model

    This section discusses the voltage dependencies in the small signal model of current mirrors, focusing on both BJT and MOSFET implementations.

  • 83.4.2.1

    Small Signal Model Analysis For Transistor-1

    This section focuses on the small signal model analysis for transistors in current mirrors, discussing both BJT and MOSFET implementations.

  • 83.4.2.2

    Small Signal Model Analysis For Transistor-2

    This section discusses the usage and small signal modeling of current mirrors in transistor circuits, specifically focusing on both MOSFET and BJT implementations.

  • 83.4.3

    Current Mirror With Bjt Implementation

    This section discusses the application and functionality of current mirrors, particularly focusing on BJT implementations in various amplifier configurations.

  • 83.5

    Illustrative Circuit Examples

    This section focuses on the application and analysis of current mirror circuits, particularly in amplifiers and differential amplifiers.

  • 83.5.1

    Common Emitter Amplifier With Active Load

    The section discusses the implementation of common emitter amplifiers with active loads using current mirrors, emphasizing their operational principles and small signal models.

  • 83.5.2

    Common Source Amplifier

    This section discusses the application of current mirrors in common source amplifiers, highlighting their operation in various configurations.

  • 83.6

    Final Remarks On Current Mirror Applications

    This section summarizes the applications of current mirrors in various amplifier circuits and discusses their significance in analog electronics.

References

Lecture 83.pdf

Class Notes

Memorization

What we have learnt

  • Current mirrors can signifi...
  • Small signal models are ess...
  • The challenges of matching ...

Final Test

Revision Tests