2.5.2 - Superthreshold Operation
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Practice Questions
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What does it mean when a transistor operates in superthreshold mode?
💡 Hint: Think about the relationship between gate-source voltage and threshold voltage.
What is the significance of the threshold voltage?
💡 Hint: Consider the point at which the transistor switches from off to on.
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What two regions can a transistor operate in during superthreshold operation?
💡 Hint: Remember what happens when the gate-source voltage is above the threshold voltage.
True or False: A transistor in superthreshold operation has negligible current flow.
💡 Hint: Think about the operational characteristics of the transistor at this voltage state.
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Design a simplified CMOS circuit that operates effectively in the superthreshold region and explain the reasoning behind its design choices.
💡 Hint: Consider how the characteristics of NMOS and PMOS affect the inverter's performance.
If you were to analyze the schematic of a common digital circuit, identify components that are likely operating in superthreshold. Justify your analysis based on expected operational voltages.
💡 Hint: Think about the conditions under which digital components are driven to ensure high-speed operation.
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