Practice Procedure (4.1.2) - CMOS Inverter Switching Characteristics & Delay Analysis
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Procedure

Practice - Procedure - 4.1.2

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Question 1 Easy

What does tpHL represent?

💡 Hint: Think about when the input signal turns from low to high.

Question 2 Easy

Define dynamic power dissipation.

💡 Hint: Consider how capacitive loads behave while switching.

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Question 1

What is the main purpose of measuring tpHL?

💡 Hint: Think about the input-output relationship.

Question 2

True or False: Static power dissipation occurs only during switching events.

💡 Hint: Consider the state of the circuit when not switching.

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Challenge 1 Hard

Given an inverter's specifications, predict how changing both PMOS and NMOS widths will influence the propagation delay and justify your reasoning.

💡 Hint: Consider both the charging and discharging cycles.

Challenge 2 Hard

How can you optimize an inverter's design for minimal static power while still achieving required performance metrics?

💡 Hint: Think about the balance of performance versus power consumption.

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