EC8453 – LINEAR INTEGRATED CIRCUITS

Question Bank

UNIT – I

Basics of Operational Amplifier

Part – A

1. Why is the current mirror circuit used in differential amplifier stages?

2. Differentiate the ideal and practical characteristics of operational amplifier.
3. What are the two methods that can be used to produce voltage sources?
4. Draw the block diagram schematic of an Op-amp.
5. Define differential mode gain.

Part – B

1. Explain in detail about the methods used in improving the CMRR of a differential
amplifier.
2. Write a note on stability criteria and frequency compensation technique applied in op-
amp.
3. With neat diagram derive the AC and DC characteristics of an Op-amp.
4. Explain about ideal op-amp in detail with suitable diagrams.
5. Discuss about the principle of operation of a differential amplifier using BJT.
 UNIT – II

Applications of Operational Amplifier

Part – A

1. What is a comparator and give its applications.

2. What is the need for converting first order filters into second order filters?
3. Write short notes on a Log amplifier.
4. Write the other name of clipper circuit and write short note of its operation.
5. What is the function of a phase shift circuit?

Part – B

1. Draw the circuit diagram of an Instrumentation amplifier and explain its operation.
2. With a neat diagram explain about the V-I convertor.
3. Describe in detail about the Schmitt trigger with suitable circuit and waveforms.
4. Write short notes on : Precision rectifier, Schmitt trigger, zero cross detector, clipper
and clamper, integrator, voltage follower, subtractor (each carries 6 marks, any
one/two can be asked in AU exam)
 UNIT – III

Analog Multiplier and PLL

Part – A

1. What is a four quadrant multiplier?

2. Draw the circuit diagram of PLL circuit and give its applications.
3. How is frequency stability obtained in a PLL by use of a VCO?
4. What is Gilbert Multiplier cell?
5. What are the characteristics of a multiplier?

Part – B

1. Explain the working principle of four quadrant variable form transconductance

multiplier. (also can be asked as “Gilbert multiplier cell for four quadrant
multiplication”)
2. Discuss the principle of operation of NE566 PLL circuit and explain how PLL can be
modeled as a frequency synthesizer and FM detection.
3. Discuss briefly about the analog multiplier ICs.
4. Describe in detail about the voltage controlled oscillator with a suitable block
diagram.
 UNIT – IV

Analog to Digital and Digital to Analog Convertors

Part – A

1. Why are Schottky diodes used in sample and hold circuits?

2. What is meant by resolution in an ADC?
3. Define offset error in ADC.
4. Define Sampling.
5. Write down the name of two switches used in MOS transistors.
6. What is oversampling?

Part – B

1. Explain the flash type and successive approximation type A/D convertor.
2. State the significance of using high speed sample and hold circuits. Explain its
working principle. (also can be asked as “Discuss the various switches employed for
D/A convertors”)
3. Explain the single slope type and dual slope type A/D convertor with neat sketch.
4. Draw the R-2R ladder type DAC and explain in detail.
 UNIT – V

Waveform Generators and Special Function ICs

Part – A

1. What is an isolation amplifier?

2. What is the need for voltage regulator circuits?
3. Write the difference between linear regulator and switched mode power supply.
4. Define line regulation.
5. List the various applications of multivibrators.
6. Draw the circuit diagram of a general purpose voltage regulator.

Part – B

1. Explain in detail about the working principle of IC 723 general purpose voltage
regulator.
2. Briefly explain the working and functionalities of LM 380 audio amplifier.
3. Draw the circuit of linear IC saw tooth waveform generator and explain its operation.
4. Write short notes on: Audio power amplifier, Opto coupler.
5. Explain the operation of an astable and monostable multivibrators with necessary
diagrams.