What is the basic function of a decoder? Explain basic 3-input decoder with diagram.
Using the postulates of Boolean Algebra, simplify the given expressions.
Distinguish between Combinational and Sequential Circuits, Synchronous and Asynchronous Counter, and T flip flop and D flip flop. Provide suitable diagrams where necessary.
Explain 'don't care' state in K-Map with an example.
Draw the schematic diagram of a Hard Disk Drive setup. Discuss its working and explain terms like Track, Sector, Cylindering of Information, Seek Time, Latency Time, and Disk Fragmentation.
Write short notes on Associative Memory and Cache Memory.
Discuss the Fermi level in intrinsic and extrinsic semiconductors.
Convert octal number (24) to binary equivalent.
Explain the formation of barrier field across the p-n junction diode. Derive the equation for the width of depletion layer and height of potential barrier.
Calculate the barrier capacitance of p-n junction diode made of Germanium having area 1 um and thickness 100 nm. The dielectric constant of Germanium is 16.
Explain the formation of barrier field across the p-n junction diode. Derive the equation for the width of depletion layer and height of potential barrier.
Why is RAM used in computers? How is static RAM different from dynamic RAM and where are these RAMs used in computer systems?
What are a multiplexer and a demultiplexer? Provide the logical expression.
Explain the differences between volatile and non-volatile memory, static and dynamic memory, sequential and random access memory, magnetic and semiconductor memory, and SOP and POS.
What is the Ripple factor of Rectifier? Find the Ripple factor of half-wave rectifier.
Find the concentration of holes and electrons in an N-type silicon at 300 K if the conductivity is 0.1 (ohm-cm)-1. Given that n; at 300 K for silicon = 1.5 x 101cm3, Le at 300 K for silicon = 1300 cm2/V-S.
What do you understand by Thermal Run-away? In what situations it can occur? Derive an expression for stability factor for a fixed bias circuit.