Practice Physical Design Techniques (4.4) - Design Principles for Analog and Digital Integration
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Physical Design Techniques

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Practice Questions

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Question 1 Easy

What is substrate isolation?

💡 Hint: Think about how soundproofing works.

Question 2 Easy

Why is metal shielding used in circuit design?

💡 Hint: Consider it like a protective barrier.

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Question 1

What does substrate isolation accomplish in mixed signal designs?

A) Increases digital noise levels
B) Prevents digital noise from affecting analog circuits
C) Reduces power consumption

💡 Hint: What technique is used to create a noise-free environment?

Question 2

True or False: Metal shielding is unnecessary if the circuit operates at low frequencies.

True
False

💡 Hint: Think about why even low frequencies might need shielding.

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Challenge Problems

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Challenge 1 Hard

Design a mixed signal board where substrate isolation is a priority. Outline the steps you would take to implement substrate isolation effectively.

💡 Hint: Consider how each decision affect your other components.

Challenge 2 Hard

Evaluate the consequences of layout mismatches in a differential amplifier application. What design strategies can be employed to mitigate these effects?

💡 Hint: Reflect on how balance plays a role.

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