Practice Objective (4.4.1) - CMOS Inverter Switching Characteristics & Delay Analysis
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Practice - Objective - 4.4.1

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Practice Questions

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Question 1 Easy

Define transient simulation in the context of CMOS inverters.

💡 Hint: Think about how we observe changes when signals are applied.

Question 2 Easy

What does increased load capacitance do to propagation delay?

💡 Hint: Consider how capacitance influences charge times.

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Question 1

What is the primary purpose of transient simulations?

To analyze steady-state conditions
To measure propagation delays
To observe voltage changes over time

💡 Hint: Think about what happens when input signals change.

Question 2

True or False: Load capacitance decreases the propagation delay in a CMOS inverter.

True
False

💡 Hint: Consider the effect of capacitance on charging times.

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Challenge Problems

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Challenge 1 Hard

Design a CMOS inverter with a target propagation delay of 20 ps given a load capacitance of 50 fF. Iterate on W/L ratios to achieve the desired performance.

💡 Hint: What adjustments would help achieve the desired speed?

Challenge 2 Hard

Calculate the total dynamic power dissipation for a CMOS inverter switching at frequencies ranging from 1 MHz to 10 MHz.

💡 Hint: How would fast switching affect power consumption?

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