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What does the value $r_{av} = 5 , ext{Ω}$ represent in the context of diode analysis?
What does the value $r_{av} = 5 , ext{Ω}$ represent in the context of diode analysis?
- The ideal resistance of the diode
- The average of the AC values (correct)
- The static resistance of the diode
- The dynamic resistance at varying current
Which component is essential in the piecewise-linear equivalent circuit of a diode?
Which component is essential in the piecewise-linear equivalent circuit of a diode?
- An ideal diode (correct)
- A transformer
- A capacitor
- A variable resistor
In the simplified equivalent circuit, what is typically removed from consideration due to its small value?
In the simplified equivalent circuit, what is typically removed from consideration due to its small value?
- The dynamic impedance
- The AC resistance
- The average resistance $r_{av}$ (correct)
- The Diode Voltage Drop
What does the $0.7 - V$ level represent after removing $r_{av}$ from the ideal equivalent circuit?
What does the $0.7 - V$ level represent after removing $r_{av}$ from the ideal equivalent circuit?
In which scenario is the piecewise-linear equivalent circuit most useful?
In which scenario is the piecewise-linear equivalent circuit most useful?
What is the forward voltage drop across a Germanium diode when the current is 1 mA?
What is the forward voltage drop across a Germanium diode when the current is 1 mA?
What is the average voltage value for a Silicon diode at currents of 1 mA, 4 mA, and 30 mA?
What is the average voltage value for a Silicon diode at currents of 1 mA, 4 mA, and 30 mA?
Which type of resistance changes as the operating point of a diode moves along its characteristic curve?
Which type of resistance changes as the operating point of a diode moves along its characteristic curve?
How is average AC resistance defined for a diode?
How is average AC resistance defined for a diode?
At a current of 30 mA, what is the voltage across a Gallium Arsenide diode?
At a current of 30 mA, what is the voltage across a Gallium Arsenide diode?
Which statement best describes DC or Static Resistance in a diode?
Which statement best describes DC or Static Resistance in a diode?
What is the forward voltage drop across a Silicon diode at a current of 4 mA?
What is the forward voltage drop across a Silicon diode at a current of 4 mA?
What property of a diode is indicated by the knee voltage?
What property of a diode is indicated by the knee voltage?
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rav
rav
Average AC resistance of a diode, measured between 2mA and 17mA.
Equivalent Circuit
Equivalent Circuit
A simplified circuit model that represents the behavior of a device (like a diode) in a specific operating region.
Piecewise-Linear Equivalent Circuit
Piecewise-Linear Equivalent Circuit
A circuit model for a diode using straight lines to approximate its non-linear characteristics. Includes average resistance (rav), an ideal diode, and a voltage source.
Simplified Equivalent Circuit
Simplified Equivalent Circuit
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Ideal Equivalent Circuit
Ideal Equivalent Circuit
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Junction Diode Characteristics
Junction Diode Characteristics
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Forward Bias
Forward Bias
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Reverse Bias
Reverse Bias
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Static Resistance
Static Resistance
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Dynamic Resistance
Dynamic Resistance
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Average AC Resistance
Average AC Resistance
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Ge Diode
Ge Diode
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Si Diode
Si Diode
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GaAs Diode
GaAs Diode
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Study Notes
Fundamentals of Electronics
- The presentation covers diode characteristics and circuits.
- It discusses Shockley's equation for forward and reverse bias.
- The reverse saturation current (Is) is the current that flows when the diode is reverse biased.
- The ideality factor (n) is a function of operating conditions. It typically ranges from 1 to 2.
- The thermal voltage (VT) is determined by Boltzmann's constant (k), absolute temperature (TK), and the magnitude of the electronic charge.
- VT = kTK / q
- The important quantities to be known is k = 1.38 × 10-23 J/K, TK = 273 + temperature in °C and q = 1.6 × 10-19 C.
- The forward current (ID) increases exponentially with applied voltage (VD) when the diode is forward biased.
- The characteristic curve of a diode is nonlinear.
- The dynamic resistance (rd) of a diode is the reciprocal of the slope of the diode's current-voltage characteristic curve at a particular operating point.
- Diodes show different characteristics depending on the material they are made from.
- Ge is different in terms of characteristics from Si and GaAs.
- Common devices like Ge, Si, and GaAs are present as diodes and have differences.
- Example calculations were given for determining diode voltage at different currents (1mA, 4mA, and 30mA).
Diode Equivalent Circuits
- Equivalent circuits represent the behavior of a diode in a particular operating region, using simpler circuit elements.
- Piecewise-linear, simplified, and ideal equivalent circuits are examples.
- In the Piecewise-Linear circuit, the sloping section is the average resistance (rav).
- The ideal diode is present, to only allow current in one direction.
- Examples include a battery (VK) opposing the conduction direction.
Resistance Levels
- DC or static resistance is the resistance of a diode when a DC voltage is applied. It is calculated using the equation RD = VD / ID.
- The dynamic resistance (rd) is the resistance of a diode at a given operating point. It is the slope of the characteristic curve and AV/∆I
- Average AC resistance uses a straight line between extreme points on the characteristic curve. rav = ∆V/∆I from pt. to pt.
Example Calculations
- Provided examples demonstrate how to calculate current and voltage in diode circuits using both ideal and practical models
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