Practice Effect of nMOS Strength - 3.7 | Lab Module 2: CMOS Inverter Design and Static Characteristics Analysis | VLSI Design Lab
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Practice Questions

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Question 1

Easy

Define nMOS and explain its function in a CMOS inverter.

💡 Hint: Consider the role of nMOS in contrasting with pMOS.

Question 2

Easy

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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Question 1

What is the role of an nMOS in a CMOS inverter?

  • Pull-up device
  • Pull-down device
  • Isolator

💡 Hint: Think about what happens during a high input signal.

Question 2

True or False: A higher W/L ratio results in a weaker nMOS transistor.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Consider how dimensions relate to driving capacity.

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

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.

Question 2

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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