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P8.10. Consider the NMOS gate shown in Figure 8.39. From the information given, estimate the oxide thickness used in the transistors. Calculate the approximate input capacitance for the inverter. Estimate the maximum fan-out if tP,max = 10 ns. FIGURE 8.39 NMOS gate (P8.10).

P8.10. Consider the NMOS gate shown in Figure 8.39. From the information given, estimate the oxide thickness used in the transistors. Calculate the approximate input capacitance for the inverter. Estimate the maximum fan-out if tP,max = 10 ns. FIGURE 8.39 NMOS gate (P8.10).

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P8.10. Consider the NMOS gate shown in Figure 8.39.
  1. From the information given, estimate the oxide thickness used in the transistors.
  2. Calculate the approximate input capacitance for the inverter.
  3. Estimate the maximum fan-out if t P , max = 10 n s . FIGURE 8.39 NMOS gate (P8.10).

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