Abstract
A novel digital beta meter device was designed as a project for a microprocessor course. Its prototype was constructed and evaluated in a student environment. The meter provides an easy and convenient way to measure β (large signal forward current ratio) at different quiescent points. This experience is presented in a very systematic approach to show the advantages of going through senior project stages. The β calculations [1,2,3] usually are done by mathematical/graphical modeling and the curve tracer method. This produces approximate and inefficient results and often causes confusion to students as well as engineers. This paper presents a complete digital β meter design.
| Original language | English |
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| Pages (from-to) | 225-228 |
| Number of pages | 4 |
| Journal | International Journal of Engineering Education |
| Volume | 14 |
| Issue number | 3 |
| State | Published - 1998 |
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Education
- General Engineering