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Question 1
Easy
What is the purpose of a transient simulation in this module?
💡 Hint: Focus on the timing aspect of circuit performance.
Question 2
Easy
Name one factor that affects propagation delay.
💡 Hint: Think about what influences the speed of the circuit.
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Interactive Quizzes
Engage in quick quizzes to reinforce what you've learned and check your comprehension.
Question 1
What is the primary purpose of performing transient simulations of a CMOS inverter?
- To measure only static power
- To analyze the dynamic behavior
- To determine the schematic layout
💡 Hint: Think about what aspect of circuit behavior contributors look at during testing.
Question 2
The propagation delay increases with higher load capacitance.
- True
- False
💡 Hint: Remember how capacitance works related to charging times.
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Challenge Problems
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Question 1
Given a CMOS inverter that initially has a propagation delay of 15 ps at a load of 50 fF, how would you adjust load capacitance to achieve a propagation delay of 30 ps? Provide detailed reasoning.
💡 Hint: Consider simulations that test various load capacitance values.
Question 2
A balanced CMOS inverter has WN of 0.5 μm and WP of 1.0 μm with observed delays tpHL = 25 ps and tpLH = 35 ps. Propose a design adjustment to better balance delays.
💡 Hint: Think about how adjusting width ratios impacts performance.
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