There are many types of comparators, in this example a comparator with hysteresis is analyzed and simulated. …
Design a CMOS Comparator with Hysteresis in CadenceRead More »
Lab measurements and graphs of the new generation of solar cells of IXYS (KXOB25-05X3F) intended for energy harvesting and low-power applications. …
Indoor Characterization of Solar Cell IXYS KXOB25-05X3FRead More »
Noise is a critical and important factor in achieving high-performance integrated circuits. To design analog circuits, at least a basic understanding of noise is required. …
Noise types in CMOS circuits: Thermal, Flicker and Shot Noise explainedRead More »
Channel-Length Modulation (CLM) is an undesirable second-order effect in MOSFETs, which increases the drain current (Ids) when the drain voltage (Vds) also increases.
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Is it worth a PhD in Microelectronics? Would you have advantages over other job candidates? Would I do it again? What are the main advantages and drawbacks? Would it affect or boost my career? Pros and cons are evaluated. …
To Do or Not a PhD in Microelectronics? 10 Skills I’ve learnedRead More »
The fabless business model is nowadays a trend in the industry. Developing an own process technology is not an option for most companies, and it is not profitable in the short- or mid-term. Moreover, the required investment is not feasible for a majority. …
What are the most useful keyboard shortcuts in Cadence? With these bindkeys, you will increase your productivity to work better & faster!!
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List of useful Cadence keyboard Shortcuts or Hotkeys for VirtuosoRead More »
In circuit design, we refer to a “cascode” as a cascade of two MOS devices stacked vertically.
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NMOS Cascode stage on amplifiers or current mirror in CMOSRead More »
How to perform an efficient parametric simulation in Cadence Virtuoso with a parametric set of variables to reduce the simulations eliminating unuseful runs.
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IC thyristor-based oscillators offer an ultra-low-power consumption clock alternative for applications where accuracy isn’t important and a low frequency is required. …
Example of a IC Thyristor-based ring oscillator in CadenceRead More »
How trustworthy are the component specifications? Can I rely blindly on datasheets? How well is a device characterized by the manufacturer?
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Specsmanship: Do manufacturers manipulate the specs of their components? Read More »
Preparing a Job Interview for Analog IC Design positions is not easy, especially at entry-level positions where the technical questions dominate. As a fresh graduate, you need to enhance your technical and soft skills as every detail counts. …
12 Tips to Master a Job Interview for an Entry Level Analog IC Design PositionRead More »
