4.4.3 - Power Consumption
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What is power consumption?
💡 Hint: Think about how energy is used in your devices.
Why is low power consumption important in devices?
💡 Hint: Consider how long you want your devices to last on a single charge.
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What is the main goal of minimizing power consumption in CMOS voltage references?
💡 Hint: Think about how long you want the device to last on a charge.
True or False: Reducing bias currents does not impact the performance of a voltage reference.
💡 Hint: Consider how performance and energy usage are related.
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Design a voltage reference circuit for a battery-operated wearable that requires minimal power. Include your design rationale and component choices.
💡 Hint: Consider how each component affects overall current usage and performance.
Discuss the trade-offs between performance and power consumption in designing a voltage reference circuit.
💡 Hint: Think about how energy efficiency can sometimes require more complex designs.
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