Describe the diode equivalent circuits (ideal, simplified, piecewise linear, nonlinear). Also show equivalent models and characteristic curves for each model.

6. Explain the reverse characteristic of PN junction diode in detail, also discuss which breakdown exist in reverse biased and why?.

Explain dc diode resistance and ac diode resistance in terms of definitions, formula, and analysis. Discuss the given terms: Avalance voltage; Zener breakdown voltage; Reverse saturation current Explain the diode characteristic curve given:

a) Draw energy band diagram of a pn junction in thermal equilibrium showing the energy bands in the neutral p and n regions and in the space charge region. b) Draw the space charge density in a uniformly doped pn junction assuming abrupt junction approximation. c) Draw a graph showing the potential variation through the space charge region of uniformly doped pn junction. d) Draw the rectified sinusoidal output waveforms for the full-wave rectifier with a smoothing capacitor showing sections of the waveform where the capacitor char

8.What is the effect of increasing the value of the capacitance In single phase half wave with RL 9. Give an example of a practical case of half-wave uncontrolled rectifier with RL load connected in parallel with C. 10. Propose another circuit(s) to convert AC signal to DC signal.

What are the functions of diode.. explain properly step to step how it is used in circuits

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5. Assuming an ideal diode, sketch V, V. and ig for the half-wave rectifier below. The input is sinusoidal waveform with a frequency of 60 Hz. Also, determine and sketch V. and i, Ideal -2V 2.2 ka 6.8 k2

A silicon di-crystalline in the reverse bias circuit connected p in series with a 50v supply and a 10k load resistance, the current passing through the diode ... and the voltage difference at both ends .. Note that the breakdown voltage of the diode, v, is equal to 30v

Explain briefly about Zener Diode. (operation as voltage regulator and as clippers)