Practice Impact of nMOSFET W/L Variation - 6.2 | 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 the W/L ratio.

💡 Hint: Think about how the dimensions relate to transistor performance.

Question 2

Easy

What does VOH represent?

💡 Hint: Consider the state of the inverter when it is conducting a high output.

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Interactive Quizzes

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Question 1

What is the impact of increasing the nMOS W/L ratio?

  • It decreases VOH
  • It increases VOL
  • It improves NMH
  • It affects Vth

💡 Hint: Consider how the ratios shift transistor outputs.

Question 2

True or False: A well-balanced W/L ratio between nMOS and pMOS leads to a VTC closer to VDD/2.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Reflect on the target performance of an inverter.

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

Given that a specific nMOS has a Vth of 1.2V and you need to decrease it to improve symmetry in a CMOS inverter design, what adjustments to the W/L ratio could you consider making?

💡 Hint: Think about how changes in width affect threshold levels.

Question 2

You have designed a CMOS inverter but find that NMH is less than NML. How would you address this issue based on your knowledge of W/L ratios?

💡 Hint: Consider the balance needed for optimal noise margins.

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