4.5 - Practical Applications of CMOS Voltage References
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Practice Questions
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What is the role of a voltage reference in an ADC?
💡 Hint: Think about what happens if the reference voltage changes.
Name one application of voltage references.
💡 Hint: Consider where stable voltage is critical.
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What is the primary purpose of a voltage reference in ADCs?
💡 Hint: Remember how ADCs work with signal conversion.
True or False: Voltage references are only used in ADC applications.
💡 Hint: Think about where else we need stable voltage sources.
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Challenge Problems
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Suppose a voltage reference is implemented in an ADC circuit but fails to maintain stability. Detail the possible consequences and how that might affect the overall system.
💡 Hint: Consider how ADC relies on voltage levels for conversions.
Design a simple voltage reference circuit suitable for a low-power application. Explain the advantages and disadvantages of your chosen design.
💡 Hint: Think about the key design criteria discussed in class.
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