Title :
Novel CMOS linear OTA using feedback control on common source node
Author :
Sevenhans, J. ; Paemel, M. Van
Author_Institution :
Alcatel Bell, Antwerp, Belgium
Abstract :
Time continuous filter circuits using OTA-C or MOSFET-C structures are being reported frequently for various applications. The main issue is dynamic range because of the confined signal level handling capability of the basic differential pair. A linear OTA is presented using the MOS transistor square law characteristic.
Keywords :
CMOS integrated circuits; active filters; differential amplifiers; feedback; linear integrated circuits; operational amplifiers; CMOS linear OTA; MOS transistor square law characteristic; common source node; continuous time filters; differential pair; dynamic range; feedback control; linearisation technique; monolithic op amp; operational transconductance amplifier;
Journal_Title :
Electronics Letters
DOI :
10.1049/el:19911162
