Title :
Fundamental limitations on the laser trimming of active networks
Author :
Mohr, C.L. ; Ringo, J.A. ; Stevens, E.H. ; Baker, R.A.
Author_Institution :
Washington State University, Pullman, WA
Abstract :
The speed limitations imposed on the laser trimming of active networks by trim-induced transients are discussed. It is predicted that for a majority of cases these transients rather than the measurement system will become the major speed limitation of the trimming process.
Keywords :
Circuits; Delay; Electrons; Equalizers; Filters; Frequency measurement; Gyrators; Phase measurement; Resistors; Voltage;
Journal_Title :
Proceedings of the IEEE
DOI :
10.1109/PROC.1977.10464
