84.1.3 - Common Drain Amplifier
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What is a common drain amplifier?
💡 Hint: Think about which terminal the output comes from in relation to the input.
How does a current mirror function?
💡 Hint: Consider how electricity flows and keeps currents steady across different components.
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What is the primary function of a common drain amplifier?
💡 Hint: Remember the functions of various amplifiers in electronics.
True or False: A common drain amplifier typically has a voltage gain greater than one.
💡 Hint: Consider the implications of voltage gain in amplifiers.
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Design a common drain amplifier stage for a specific application, detailing the selection of components and their values to ensure stable operation.
💡 Hint: Think about the requirements of your application, such as input impedance and output drive capability.
Evaluate how temperature variations might affect the performance of a common drain amplifier and propose compensation mechanisms.
💡 Hint: Reflect on how temperature can impact electronic components and consider materials that are more stable.
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