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ELEC 311(Fall 09, Lect#13,14). More non-linear applications of a diode- Clipping, Clamping, Voltage Doubling Physical operation of a diode Introduction to bipolar junction transistors (BJT). What did you learn?. Operations of clipping, clamping and voltage doubling
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ELEC 311(Fall 09, Lect#13,14) More non-linear applications of a diode- Clipping, Clamping, Voltage Doubling Physical operation of a diode Introduction to bipolar junction transistors (BJT)
What did you learn? • Operations of clipping, clamping and voltage doubling • Physical construction of a diode • Mystery behind forward bias, reverse bias and breakdown (zener diode) regions of operation • Complete ac equivalent circuit of a diode (including ac resistance, junction and diffusion capacitances) • Basics of the BJT operation