Practice - Effect of nMOS Strength
Practice Questions
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Define nMOS and explain its function in a CMOS inverter.
💡 Hint: Consider the role of nMOS in contrasting with pMOS.
What does the W/L ratio affect in a MOSFET?
💡 Hint: Think of how size relates to strength.
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Interactive Quizzes
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What is the role of an nMOS in a CMOS inverter?
💡 Hint: Think about what happens during a high input signal.
True or False: A higher W/L ratio results in a weaker nMOS transistor.
💡 Hint: Consider how dimensions relate to driving capacity.
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Challenge Problems
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If you increase the nMOS W/L ratio dramatically while keeping pMOS constant, describe qualitatively how the VTC will change. What factors will influence the robustness of the inverter?
💡 Hint: Think about how changes in one type of transistor affect overall circuit dynamics.
Design an inverter with specific W/L ratios for nMOS and pMOS that achieves a symmetrical VTC. Propose a procedure for testing its performance.
💡 Hint: Reflect on how iterative design adjustments lead to performance refinements.
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