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Book Synopsis
The microelectronics evolution has given rise to many modern benefits but has also changed design methods and attitudes to learning. Technology advancements shifted focus from simple circuits to complex systems with major attention to high-level descriptions. The design methods moved from a bottom-up to a top-down approach.

For today's students, the most beneficial approach to learning is this top-down method that demonstrates a global view of electronics before going into specifics. Franco Maloberti uses this approach to explain the fundamentals of electronics, such as processing functions, signals and their properties. Here he presents a helpful balance of theory, examples, and verification of results, while keeping mathematics and signal processing theory to a minimum.

Key features:

  • Presents a new learning approach that will greatly improve students' ability to retain key concepts in electronics studies
  • Match the evolution of Comput

    Table of Contents

    Preface xvii

    List of Abbreviations xxi

    1 Overview, Goals and Strategy 1

    1.1 Good Morning 1

    1.2 Planning the Trip 4

    1.3 Electronic Systems 5

    1.3.1 Meeting a System 8

    1.4 Transducers 11

    1.4.1 Sensors 11

    1.4.2 Actuators 14

    1.5 What is the Role of the Computer? 16

    1.6 Goal and Learning Strategies 19

    1.6.1 Teamwork Attitude 20

    1.6.2 Creativity and Execution 20

    1.6.3 Use of Simulation Tools 21

    1.7 Self Training, Examples and Simulations 21

    1.7.1 Role of Examples and Computer Simulations 22

    1.8 Business Issues, Complexity and CAD Tools 23

    1.8.1 CAD Tools 23

    1.8.2 Analog Simulator 24

    1.8.3 Device and Macro-block Models 25

    1.8.4 Digital Simulation 26

    1.9 ELectronic VIrtual Student Lab (ElvisLab) 27

    Problems 29

    2 Signals 31

    2.1 Introduction 31

    2.2 Types of Signals 35

    2.3 Time and Frequency Domains 45

    2.4 Continuous-time and Discrete-time Signals 51

    2.4.1 The Sampling Theorem 55

    2.5 Using Sampled-Data Signals 57

    2.5.1 The z-transform 58

    2.6 Discrete-amplitude Signals 59

    2.6.1 Quantized Signal Coding 64

    2.7 Signals Representation 65

    2.7.1 The Decibel 67

    2.8 DFT and FFT 69

    2.9 Windowing 70

    2.10 Good and Bad Signals 75

    2.10.1 Offset 76

    2.10.2 Interference 77

    2.10.3 Harmonic Distortion 78

    2.10.4 Noise 82

    2.11 THD, SNR, SNDR, Dynamic Range 86

    Problems 89

    Additional Computer Examples 92

    3 Electronic Systems 95

    3.1 Introduction 95

    3.2 Electronics for Entertainment 96

    3.2.1 Electronic Toys 96

    3.2.2 Video Game and Game Console 100

    3.2.3 Personal Media Player 101

    3.3 Systems for Communication 103

    3.3.1 Wired Communication Systems 103

    3.3.2 Wireless: Voice, Video and Data 104

    3.3.3 RFID 107

    3.4 Computation and Processing 108

    3.4.1 Microprocessor 110

    3.4.2 Digital Signal Processor 111

    3.4.3 Data Storage 112

    3.5 Measure, Safety, and Control 114

    3.5.1 The Weather Station 115

    3.5.2 Data Fusion 116

    3.5.3 Systems for Automobile Control 119

    3.5.4 Noise-canceling Headphones 120

    3.6 System Partitioning 122

    3.7 System Testing 124

    Problems 125

    Additional Computer Examples 126

    4 Signal Processing 127

    4.1 What is Signal Processing? 127

    4.2 Linear and Non-linear Processing 130

    4.3 Analog and Digital Processing 135

    4.3.1 Timing for Signal Processing 138

    4.4 Response of Linear Systems 141

    4.4.1 Time Response of Linear Systems 141

    4.4.2 Frequency Response of Linear Systems 144

    4.4.3 Transfer Function 147

    4.5 Bode Diagram 151

    4.5.1 Amplitude Bode Diagram 151

    4.5.2 Phase Bode Diagram 155

    4.6 Filters 158

    4.6.1 Analog Design and Sensitivity 162

    4.6.2 Sampled-data Analog and Digital Design 167

    4.7 Non-linear Processing 169

    Problems 175

    Additional Computer Examples 179

    5 Circuits for Systems 181

    5.1 Introduction 181

    5.2 Processing with Electronic Circuits 183

    5.2.1 Electronic Interfaces 184

    5.2.2 Driving Capability 188

    5.2.3 Electrostatic Discharge Protection 191

    5.2.4 DC and AC Coupling 193

    5.2.5 Ground and Ground for Signal 197

    5.2.6 Single-ended and Differential Circuits 198

    5.3 Inside Analog Electronic Blocks 200

    5.3.1 Simple Continuous-time Filters 201

    5.3.2 Two-Pole Filters 205

    5.4 Continuous-time Linear Basic Functions 205

    5.4.1 Addition of Signals 206

    5.4.2 The Virtual Ground Concept 209

    5.4.3 Multiplication by a Constant 212

    5.4.4 Integration and Derivative 214

    5.5 Continuous-time Non-linear Basic Functions 221

    5.5.1 Threshold Detection 222

    5.5.2 Analog Multiplier 223

    5.6 Analog Discrete-time Basic Operations 225

    5.7 Limits in Real Analog Circuits 227

    5.8 Circuits for Digital Design 229

    5.8.1 Symbols of Digital Blocks 230

    5.8.2 Implementation of Digital Functions 233

    Problems 234

    6 Analog Processing Blocks 239

    6.1 Introduction 239

    6.2 Choosing the Part 241

    6.3 Operational Amplifier 242

    6.3.1 Ideal Operation 242

    6.4 Op-Amp Description 244

    6.4.1 General Description 244

    6.4.2 Absolute Maximum Ratings and Operating Rating 244

    6.4.3 Electrical Characteristics 245

    6.4.4 Packaging and Board Assembly 254

    6.4.5 Small-signal Equivalent Circuit 255

    6.5 Use of Operational Amplifiers 257

    6.5.1 Inverting Amplifier 257

    6.5.2 Non-inverting Amplifier 261

    6.5.3 Superposing Inverting and Non-inverting Amplification 262

    6.5.4 Weighted Addition of Signals (with Inversion) 264

    6.5.5 Unity Gain Buffer 265

    6.5.6 Integration and Derivative 266

    6.5.7 Generalized Amplifier 268

    6.6 Operation with Real Op-amps 269

    6.6.1 Input Offset 269

    6.6.2 Finite Gain 270

    6.6.3 Non-ideal Input and Output Impedances 271

    6.6.4 Finite Bandwidth 276

    6.6.5 Slew-rate Output Clipping and Non-linear Gain 277

    6.7 Operational Transconductance Amplifier 280

    6.7.1 Use of the OTA 280

    6.8 Comparator 284

    6.8.1 Comparator Data Sheet 286

    6.8.2 Clocked Comparator 289

    Problems 289

    7 Data Converters 293

    7.1 Introduction 293

    7.2 Types and Specifications 295

    7.2.1 General Features 295

    7.2.2 Electrical Static Specifications 296

    7.2.3 Electrical Dynamic Specifications 299

    7.2.4 Digital and Switching Data 302

    7.3 Filters for Data Conversion 303

    7.3.1 Anti-aliasing and Reconstruction Filters 303

    7.3.2 Oversampling and Digital Filters 305

    7.4 Nyquist-rate DAC 306

    7.4.1 Resistor-based Architectures 306

    7.4.2 Capacitance-based Architectures 312

    7.4.3 Parasitic Insensitivity 314

    7.4.4 Hybrid Resistive–capacitive Architectures 316

    7.4.5 Current-based Architectures 317

    7.5 Nyquist-rate ADC 321

    7.5.1 Flash Converter 322

    7.5.2 Two-step Flash 324

    7.5.3 Pipeline Converters 327

    7.5.4 Slow Converters 328

    7.6 Oversampled Converter 332

    7.6.1 Quantization Error and Quantization Noise 332

    7.6.2 Benefit of the Noise View 336

    7.6.3 Sigma–Delta Modulators 337

    7.7 Decimation and Interpolation 342

    Problems 344

    8 Digital Processing Circuits 347

    8.1 Introduction 347

    8.2 Digital Waveforms 348

    8.2.1 Data Transfer and Data Communication 350

    8.2.2 Propagation Delay 354

    8.2.3 Asynchronous and Synchronous Operation 355

    8.3 Combinational and Sequential Circuits 356

    8.3.1 Combinational Circuits 356

    8.3.2 Sequential Circuits 358

    8.4 Digital Architectures with Memories 360

    8.5 Logic and Arithmetic Functions 362

    8.5.1 Adder and Subtracter 362

    8.5.2 Multiplier 365

    8.5.3 Registers and Counters 371

    8.6 Circuit Design Styles 377

    8.6.1 Complex Programmable Logic Devices (CPLDs) and FPGAs 378

    8.7 Memory Circuits 381

    8.7.1 Random-access Memory Organization and Speed 382

    8.7.2 Types of Memories 384

    8.7.3 Circuits for Memories 386

    Problems 391

    9 Basic Electronic Devices 393

    9.1 Introduction 393

    9.2 The Diode 395

    9.2.1 Equivalent Circuit 398

    9.2.2 Parasitic Junction Capacitance 400

    9.2.3 Zener and Avalanche Breakdown 402

    9.2.4 Doping and p–n Junction 403

    9.2.5 Diode in Simple Circuits 407

    9.3 The MOS Transistor 411

    9.3.1 MOS Physical Structure 412

    9.3.2 Voltage–current Relationship 414

    9.3.3 Approximating the I–V Equation 416

    9.3.4 Parasitic Effects 417

    9.3.5 Equivalent Circuit 419

    9.4 MOS Transistor in Simple Circuits 421

    9.5 The Bipolar Junction Transistor (BJT) 423

    9.5.1 The BJT Physical Structure 426

    9.5.2 BJT Voltage–current Relationships 427

    9.5.3 Bipolar Transistor Model and Parameters 431

    9.5.4 Darlington Configuration 433

    9.5.5 Small-signal Equivalent Circuit of the Bipolar Transistor 434

    9.6 Bipolar Transistor in Simple Circuits 435

    9.7 The Junction Field-effect Transistor (JFET) 439

    9.8 Transistors for Power Management 441

    Problems 443

    10 Analog Building Cells 445

    10.1 Introduction 445

    10.2 Use of Small-signal Equivalent Circuits 446

    10.3 Inverting Voltage Amplifier 447

    10.4 MOS Inverter with Resistive Load 451

    10.4.1 Small-signal Analysis of the CMOS Inverter 452

    10.5 CMOS Inverter with Active Load 454

    10.5.1 CMOS Inverter with Active Load: Small-signal Analysis 456

    10.6 Inverting Amplifier with Bipolar Transistors 459

    10.6.1 Small-signal Analysis of BJT Inverters 462

    10.7 Source and Emitter Follower 471

    10.7.1 Small-signal Equivalent Circuit of Source and Emitter Follower 473

    10.7.2 Small-signal Input and Output Resistance 474

    10.8 Cascode with Active Load 477

    10.8.1 Equivalent Resistances 480

    10.8.2 Cascode with Cascode Load 482

    10.9 Differential Pair 483

    10.10 Current Mirror 487

    10.10.1 Equivalent Circuit 488

    10.10.2 Current Mirror with High Output Resistance 489

    10.10.3 Differential to Single-ended Converter 490

    10.11 Reference Generators 492

    Problems 493

    11 Digital Building Cells 495

    11.1 Introduction 495

    11.2 Logic Gates 496

    11.2.1 Gate Specifications 497

    11.3 Boolean Algebra and Logic Combinations 499

    11.4 Combinational Logic Circuits 504

    11.4.1 Exclusive-OR and Exclusive-NOR 505

    11.4.2 Half-adder and Full-adder 507

    11.4.3 Logic Comparators 509

    11.4.4 Decoders 511

    11.4.5 Parity Generator and Parity Checker 513

    11.5 Sequential Logic Circuits 514

    11.5.1 Latch 514

    11.5.2 Gated Latch 516

    11.5.3 Edge-triggered Flip-flop 517

    11.5.4 Master–slave Flip-flop 519

    11.6 Flip-flop Specifications 520

    11.7 Transistor Schemes of Logic Cells 522

    11.7.1 CMOS Inverter 522

    11.7.2 Dynamic Response of CMOS Inverters 526

    11.7.3 Power Consumption 529

    11.7.4 NOR and NAND 530

    11.7.5 Pass-gate Logic 532

    11.7.6 Tri-state Gates 534

    11.7.7 Dynamic Logic Circuits 535

    Problems 536

    12 Feedback 539

    12.1 Introduction 539

    12.2 General Configuration 540

    12.2.1 Linear Feedback Systems 541

    12.3 Properties of Negative Feedback 543

    12.3.1 Gain Sensitivity 545

    12.3.2 Bandwidth Improvement 545

    12.3.3 Reducing Distortion 547

    12.3.4 Noise Behavior 549

    12.4 Types of Feedback 551

    12.4.1 Real Input and Output Ports 553

    12.4.2 Input and Output Resistances 555

    12.5 Stability 559

    12.5.1 Frequency Response of Feedback Circuits 559

    12.5.2 Gain and Phase Margins 562

    12.5.3 Compensation of Operational Amplifiers 563

    12.6 Feedback Networks 566

    Problems 568

    13 Power Conversion and Power Management 571

    13.1 Introduction 571

    13.2 Voltage Rectifiers 572

    13.2.1 Half-wave Rectifier 573

    13.2.2 Full-wave Rectifier 577

    13.3 Voltage Regulators 581

    13.3.1 Zener Regulator 581

    13.3.2 Series Linear Regulator 583

    13.3.3 Series Linear Regulator with Adjustable Voltage 588

    13.3.4 Supply of Active Blocks and Drop-out Voltage 590

    13.3.5 Low Drop-out (LDO) Voltage Regulator 591

    13.3.6 Protection Circuits 593

    13.4 Switched Capacitor Regulator 595

    13.4.1 Power Consumed by SC Regulators 597

    13.4.2 Generation of Negative Voltages 599

    13.4.3 Voltage Ripple 600

    13.5 Charge Pump 601

    13.6 Switching Regulators 604

    13.6.1 Buck Converter 605

    13.6.2 Boost Converter 607

    13.6.3 Buck–boost Converter 610

    13.6.4 Loop Control and Switches 611

    13.6.5 Efficiency of Switching Regulator 613

    13.7 Power Management 615

    13.7.1 Rechargeable Batteries 615

    13.7.2 Power Harvesting 618

    13.7.3 Power Management Techniques 620

    Problems 622

    14 Signal Generation and Signal Measurement 623

    14.1 Introduction 623

    14.2 Generation of Simple Waveforms 624

    14.3 Oscillators 627

    14.3.1 Wien-bridge Oscillator 629

    14.3.2 Phase-shift Oscillator 630

    14.3.3 Ring Oscillator 631

    14.3.4 Tank and Harmonic Oscillator 634

    14.3.5 Digitally Controlled and Voltage-controlled Oscillator (VCO) 636

    14.3.6 Quartz Oscillator 638

    14.3.7 Phase Noise and Jitter 640

    14.3.8 Phase-locked Oscillator 642

    14.4 DAC-based Signal Generator 647

    14.5 Signal Measurement 649

    14.5.1 Multimeter 651

    14.5.2 Oscilloscope 652

    14.5.3 Logic Analyzer 655

    14.6 Spectrum Analyzer 657

    Problems 658

    Index 661

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      Book Synopsis
      The microelectronics evolution has given rise to many modern benefits but has also changed design methods and attitudes to learning. Technology advancements shifted focus from simple circuits to complex systems with major attention to high-level descriptions. The design methods moved from a bottom-up to a top-down approach.

      For today's students, the most beneficial approach to learning is this top-down method that demonstrates a global view of electronics before going into specifics. Franco Maloberti uses this approach to explain the fundamentals of electronics, such as processing functions, signals and their properties. Here he presents a helpful balance of theory, examples, and verification of results, while keeping mathematics and signal processing theory to a minimum.

      Key features:

      • Presents a new learning approach that will greatly improve students' ability to retain key concepts in electronics studies
      • Match the evolution of Comput

        Table of Contents

        Preface xvii

        List of Abbreviations xxi

        1 Overview, Goals and Strategy 1

        1.1 Good Morning 1

        1.2 Planning the Trip 4

        1.3 Electronic Systems 5

        1.3.1 Meeting a System 8

        1.4 Transducers 11

        1.4.1 Sensors 11

        1.4.2 Actuators 14

        1.5 What is the Role of the Computer? 16

        1.6 Goal and Learning Strategies 19

        1.6.1 Teamwork Attitude 20

        1.6.2 Creativity and Execution 20

        1.6.3 Use of Simulation Tools 21

        1.7 Self Training, Examples and Simulations 21

        1.7.1 Role of Examples and Computer Simulations 22

        1.8 Business Issues, Complexity and CAD Tools 23

        1.8.1 CAD Tools 23

        1.8.2 Analog Simulator 24

        1.8.3 Device and Macro-block Models 25

        1.8.4 Digital Simulation 26

        1.9 ELectronic VIrtual Student Lab (ElvisLab) 27

        Problems 29

        2 Signals 31

        2.1 Introduction 31

        2.2 Types of Signals 35

        2.3 Time and Frequency Domains 45

        2.4 Continuous-time and Discrete-time Signals 51

        2.4.1 The Sampling Theorem 55

        2.5 Using Sampled-Data Signals 57

        2.5.1 The z-transform 58

        2.6 Discrete-amplitude Signals 59

        2.6.1 Quantized Signal Coding 64

        2.7 Signals Representation 65

        2.7.1 The Decibel 67

        2.8 DFT and FFT 69

        2.9 Windowing 70

        2.10 Good and Bad Signals 75

        2.10.1 Offset 76

        2.10.2 Interference 77

        2.10.3 Harmonic Distortion 78

        2.10.4 Noise 82

        2.11 THD, SNR, SNDR, Dynamic Range 86

        Problems 89

        Additional Computer Examples 92

        3 Electronic Systems 95

        3.1 Introduction 95

        3.2 Electronics for Entertainment 96

        3.2.1 Electronic Toys 96

        3.2.2 Video Game and Game Console 100

        3.2.3 Personal Media Player 101

        3.3 Systems for Communication 103

        3.3.1 Wired Communication Systems 103

        3.3.2 Wireless: Voice, Video and Data 104

        3.3.3 RFID 107

        3.4 Computation and Processing 108

        3.4.1 Microprocessor 110

        3.4.2 Digital Signal Processor 111

        3.4.3 Data Storage 112

        3.5 Measure, Safety, and Control 114

        3.5.1 The Weather Station 115

        3.5.2 Data Fusion 116

        3.5.3 Systems for Automobile Control 119

        3.5.4 Noise-canceling Headphones 120

        3.6 System Partitioning 122

        3.7 System Testing 124

        Problems 125

        Additional Computer Examples 126

        4 Signal Processing 127

        4.1 What is Signal Processing? 127

        4.2 Linear and Non-linear Processing 130

        4.3 Analog and Digital Processing 135

        4.3.1 Timing for Signal Processing 138

        4.4 Response of Linear Systems 141

        4.4.1 Time Response of Linear Systems 141

        4.4.2 Frequency Response of Linear Systems 144

        4.4.3 Transfer Function 147

        4.5 Bode Diagram 151

        4.5.1 Amplitude Bode Diagram 151

        4.5.2 Phase Bode Diagram 155

        4.6 Filters 158

        4.6.1 Analog Design and Sensitivity 162

        4.6.2 Sampled-data Analog and Digital Design 167

        4.7 Non-linear Processing 169

        Problems 175

        Additional Computer Examples 179

        5 Circuits for Systems 181

        5.1 Introduction 181

        5.2 Processing with Electronic Circuits 183

        5.2.1 Electronic Interfaces 184

        5.2.2 Driving Capability 188

        5.2.3 Electrostatic Discharge Protection 191

        5.2.4 DC and AC Coupling 193

        5.2.5 Ground and Ground for Signal 197

        5.2.6 Single-ended and Differential Circuits 198

        5.3 Inside Analog Electronic Blocks 200

        5.3.1 Simple Continuous-time Filters 201

        5.3.2 Two-Pole Filters 205

        5.4 Continuous-time Linear Basic Functions 205

        5.4.1 Addition of Signals 206

        5.4.2 The Virtual Ground Concept 209

        5.4.3 Multiplication by a Constant 212

        5.4.4 Integration and Derivative 214

        5.5 Continuous-time Non-linear Basic Functions 221

        5.5.1 Threshold Detection 222

        5.5.2 Analog Multiplier 223

        5.6 Analog Discrete-time Basic Operations 225

        5.7 Limits in Real Analog Circuits 227

        5.8 Circuits for Digital Design 229

        5.8.1 Symbols of Digital Blocks 230

        5.8.2 Implementation of Digital Functions 233

        Problems 234

        6 Analog Processing Blocks 239

        6.1 Introduction 239

        6.2 Choosing the Part 241

        6.3 Operational Amplifier 242

        6.3.1 Ideal Operation 242

        6.4 Op-Amp Description 244

        6.4.1 General Description 244

        6.4.2 Absolute Maximum Ratings and Operating Rating 244

        6.4.3 Electrical Characteristics 245

        6.4.4 Packaging and Board Assembly 254

        6.4.5 Small-signal Equivalent Circuit 255

        6.5 Use of Operational Amplifiers 257

        6.5.1 Inverting Amplifier 257

        6.5.2 Non-inverting Amplifier 261

        6.5.3 Superposing Inverting and Non-inverting Amplification 262

        6.5.4 Weighted Addition of Signals (with Inversion) 264

        6.5.5 Unity Gain Buffer 265

        6.5.6 Integration and Derivative 266

        6.5.7 Generalized Amplifier 268

        6.6 Operation with Real Op-amps 269

        6.6.1 Input Offset 269

        6.6.2 Finite Gain 270

        6.6.3 Non-ideal Input and Output Impedances 271

        6.6.4 Finite Bandwidth 276

        6.6.5 Slew-rate Output Clipping and Non-linear Gain 277

        6.7 Operational Transconductance Amplifier 280

        6.7.1 Use of the OTA 280

        6.8 Comparator 284

        6.8.1 Comparator Data Sheet 286

        6.8.2 Clocked Comparator 289

        Problems 289

        7 Data Converters 293

        7.1 Introduction 293

        7.2 Types and Specifications 295

        7.2.1 General Features 295

        7.2.2 Electrical Static Specifications 296

        7.2.3 Electrical Dynamic Specifications 299

        7.2.4 Digital and Switching Data 302

        7.3 Filters for Data Conversion 303

        7.3.1 Anti-aliasing and Reconstruction Filters 303

        7.3.2 Oversampling and Digital Filters 305

        7.4 Nyquist-rate DAC 306

        7.4.1 Resistor-based Architectures 306

        7.4.2 Capacitance-based Architectures 312

        7.4.3 Parasitic Insensitivity 314

        7.4.4 Hybrid Resistive–capacitive Architectures 316

        7.4.5 Current-based Architectures 317

        7.5 Nyquist-rate ADC 321

        7.5.1 Flash Converter 322

        7.5.2 Two-step Flash 324

        7.5.3 Pipeline Converters 327

        7.5.4 Slow Converters 328

        7.6 Oversampled Converter 332

        7.6.1 Quantization Error and Quantization Noise 332

        7.6.2 Benefit of the Noise View 336

        7.6.3 Sigma–Delta Modulators 337

        7.7 Decimation and Interpolation 342

        Problems 344

        8 Digital Processing Circuits 347

        8.1 Introduction 347

        8.2 Digital Waveforms 348

        8.2.1 Data Transfer and Data Communication 350

        8.2.2 Propagation Delay 354

        8.2.3 Asynchronous and Synchronous Operation 355

        8.3 Combinational and Sequential Circuits 356

        8.3.1 Combinational Circuits 356

        8.3.2 Sequential Circuits 358

        8.4 Digital Architectures with Memories 360

        8.5 Logic and Arithmetic Functions 362

        8.5.1 Adder and Subtracter 362

        8.5.2 Multiplier 365

        8.5.3 Registers and Counters 371

        8.6 Circuit Design Styles 377

        8.6.1 Complex Programmable Logic Devices (CPLDs) and FPGAs 378

        8.7 Memory Circuits 381

        8.7.1 Random-access Memory Organization and Speed 382

        8.7.2 Types of Memories 384

        8.7.3 Circuits for Memories 386

        Problems 391

        9 Basic Electronic Devices 393

        9.1 Introduction 393

        9.2 The Diode 395

        9.2.1 Equivalent Circuit 398

        9.2.2 Parasitic Junction Capacitance 400

        9.2.3 Zener and Avalanche Breakdown 402

        9.2.4 Doping and p–n Junction 403

        9.2.5 Diode in Simple Circuits 407

        9.3 The MOS Transistor 411

        9.3.1 MOS Physical Structure 412

        9.3.2 Voltage–current Relationship 414

        9.3.3 Approximating the I–V Equation 416

        9.3.4 Parasitic Effects 417

        9.3.5 Equivalent Circuit 419

        9.4 MOS Transistor in Simple Circuits 421

        9.5 The Bipolar Junction Transistor (BJT) 423

        9.5.1 The BJT Physical Structure 426

        9.5.2 BJT Voltage–current Relationships 427

        9.5.3 Bipolar Transistor Model and Parameters 431

        9.5.4 Darlington Configuration 433

        9.5.5 Small-signal Equivalent Circuit of the Bipolar Transistor 434

        9.6 Bipolar Transistor in Simple Circuits 435

        9.7 The Junction Field-effect Transistor (JFET) 439

        9.8 Transistors for Power Management 441

        Problems 443

        10 Analog Building Cells 445

        10.1 Introduction 445

        10.2 Use of Small-signal Equivalent Circuits 446

        10.3 Inverting Voltage Amplifier 447

        10.4 MOS Inverter with Resistive Load 451

        10.4.1 Small-signal Analysis of the CMOS Inverter 452

        10.5 CMOS Inverter with Active Load 454

        10.5.1 CMOS Inverter with Active Load: Small-signal Analysis 456

        10.6 Inverting Amplifier with Bipolar Transistors 459

        10.6.1 Small-signal Analysis of BJT Inverters 462

        10.7 Source and Emitter Follower 471

        10.7.1 Small-signal Equivalent Circuit of Source and Emitter Follower 473

        10.7.2 Small-signal Input and Output Resistance 474

        10.8 Cascode with Active Load 477

        10.8.1 Equivalent Resistances 480

        10.8.2 Cascode with Cascode Load 482

        10.9 Differential Pair 483

        10.10 Current Mirror 487

        10.10.1 Equivalent Circuit 488

        10.10.2 Current Mirror with High Output Resistance 489

        10.10.3 Differential to Single-ended Converter 490

        10.11 Reference Generators 492

        Problems 493

        11 Digital Building Cells 495

        11.1 Introduction 495

        11.2 Logic Gates 496

        11.2.1 Gate Specifications 497

        11.3 Boolean Algebra and Logic Combinations 499

        11.4 Combinational Logic Circuits 504

        11.4.1 Exclusive-OR and Exclusive-NOR 505

        11.4.2 Half-adder and Full-adder 507

        11.4.3 Logic Comparators 509

        11.4.4 Decoders 511

        11.4.5 Parity Generator and Parity Checker 513

        11.5 Sequential Logic Circuits 514

        11.5.1 Latch 514

        11.5.2 Gated Latch 516

        11.5.3 Edge-triggered Flip-flop 517

        11.5.4 Master–slave Flip-flop 519

        11.6 Flip-flop Specifications 520

        11.7 Transistor Schemes of Logic Cells 522

        11.7.1 CMOS Inverter 522

        11.7.2 Dynamic Response of CMOS Inverters 526

        11.7.3 Power Consumption 529

        11.7.4 NOR and NAND 530

        11.7.5 Pass-gate Logic 532

        11.7.6 Tri-state Gates 534

        11.7.7 Dynamic Logic Circuits 535

        Problems 536

        12 Feedback 539

        12.1 Introduction 539

        12.2 General Configuration 540

        12.2.1 Linear Feedback Systems 541

        12.3 Properties of Negative Feedback 543

        12.3.1 Gain Sensitivity 545

        12.3.2 Bandwidth Improvement 545

        12.3.3 Reducing Distortion 547

        12.3.4 Noise Behavior 549

        12.4 Types of Feedback 551

        12.4.1 Real Input and Output Ports 553

        12.4.2 Input and Output Resistances 555

        12.5 Stability 559

        12.5.1 Frequency Response of Feedback Circuits 559

        12.5.2 Gain and Phase Margins 562

        12.5.3 Compensation of Operational Amplifiers 563

        12.6 Feedback Networks 566

        Problems 568

        13 Power Conversion and Power Management 571

        13.1 Introduction 571

        13.2 Voltage Rectifiers 572

        13.2.1 Half-wave Rectifier 573

        13.2.2 Full-wave Rectifier 577

        13.3 Voltage Regulators 581

        13.3.1 Zener Regulator 581

        13.3.2 Series Linear Regulator 583

        13.3.3 Series Linear Regulator with Adjustable Voltage 588

        13.3.4 Supply of Active Blocks and Drop-out Voltage 590

        13.3.5 Low Drop-out (LDO) Voltage Regulator 591

        13.3.6 Protection Circuits 593

        13.4 Switched Capacitor Regulator 595

        13.4.1 Power Consumed by SC Regulators 597

        13.4.2 Generation of Negative Voltages 599

        13.4.3 Voltage Ripple 600

        13.5 Charge Pump 601

        13.6 Switching Regulators 604

        13.6.1 Buck Converter 605

        13.6.2 Boost Converter 607

        13.6.3 Buck–boost Converter 610

        13.6.4 Loop Control and Switches 611

        13.6.5 Efficiency of Switching Regulator 613

        13.7 Power Management 615

        13.7.1 Rechargeable Batteries 615

        13.7.2 Power Harvesting 618

        13.7.3 Power Management Techniques 620

        Problems 622

        14 Signal Generation and Signal Measurement 623

        14.1 Introduction 623

        14.2 Generation of Simple Waveforms 624

        14.3 Oscillators 627

        14.3.1 Wien-bridge Oscillator 629

        14.3.2 Phase-shift Oscillator 630

        14.3.3 Ring Oscillator 631

        14.3.4 Tank and Harmonic Oscillator 634

        14.3.5 Digitally Controlled and Voltage-controlled Oscillator (VCO) 636

        14.3.6 Quartz Oscillator 638

        14.3.7 Phase Noise and Jitter 640

        14.3.8 Phase-locked Oscillator 642

        14.4 DAC-based Signal Generator 647

        14.5 Signal Measurement 649

        14.5.1 Multimeter 651

        14.5.2 Oscilloscope 652

        14.5.3 Logic Analyzer 655

        14.6 Spectrum Analyzer 657

        Problems 658

        Index 661

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