Practice Part B: 2-input Nor Gate Schematic (nor2_initial) (4.1.2.2) - Design and Simulation of Basic Combinational CMOS Logic Gates (NAND/NOR)
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Part B: 2-Input NOR Gate Schematic (NOR2_initial)

Practice - Part B: 2-Input NOR Gate Schematic (NOR2_initial)

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Practice Questions

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Question 1 Easy

What output does a NOR gate produce if both inputs are high?

💡 Hint: Think about the logic definition of the NOR gate.

Question 2 Easy

What are the two types of transistors used in CMOS logic gates?

💡 Hint: Consider the types of semiconductors used.

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Question 1

What is the output of a 2-input NOR gate when both inputs are 1?

1
0
Depends on the context

💡 Hint: Use the definition of NOR.

Question 2

The NMOS transistors in a NOR configuration are connected how?

True
False

💡 Hint: Visualize the structure of the schematic.

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Challenge Problems

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Challenge 1 Hard

Design a 2-input NOR gate with optimal transistor sizing for a specific load capacitance. Describe each step you would take in the design process.

💡 Hint: Understand the trade-off between area and performance when sizing.

Challenge 2 Hard

Interpret a set of simulation results showing discrepancies in expected output from your truth table. Discuss possible reasons for this inconsistency.

💡 Hint: Revisit each design phase to pinpoint failures, and retest hypotheses through simulation.

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