Lakireddy Bali Reddy College of Engineering (

LAKIREDDY BALI REDDY COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING (Autonomous)
(Affiliated to JNTUK, Kakinada & Approved by AICTE, New Delhi,

Accredited NAAC and NBA under Tier-I (ECE, EEE, CSE and IT) and
Certified by ISO 9001:2015)
L B Reddy Nagar, Mylavaram-521 230, Krishna District, Andhra Pradesh.
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DEPARTMENT OF ELECTRONICS AND COMMUNICATION ENGINEERING
PROGRAM : B. Tech., (III-Sem.,)- Section B

ACADEMIC YEAR : 2019 -20
COURSE NAME & CODE : Pulse & Switching Circuits (17EC07)
COURSE INSTRUCTOR : Dr Y.S.V.Raman
Descriptive Questions
UNIT - 4
1(a) Compare Astable, Mono stable Multivibrators.
Design a free running multi vibrator to generate a square wave of
(b) amplitude 10v and frequency 1KHZ with 70% duty cycle
,hFE=25,Ic(sat)=5mA.
Show that an Astable Multivibrator can be used as a voltage to frequency
2(a)
converter.
Design a one-shot circuit to produce a pulse with a gate width of
(b)
5ms.assume the data required.
Draw the transistor Astable Multivibrator circuit which generates output
square wave with vertical edges. Calculate the quasi-stable state currents
in the circuit when Q1 is ON and Q2 is OFF. Determine the output
3
waveform intervals and frequency if the timing capacitors are equal to
0.01µF.
Assume: Vcc=10v,Rc=2k Ω,R1=R2=20K Ω,R3=2K Ω.
Derive an expression for the frequency of oscillations of an Astable multi
4(a)
vibrator.
With the help of a neat circuit diagram, explain the working of an emitter
(b)
coupled mono stable multi vibrator.
Why a Mono stable multi vibrator is also called a gating circuit and gives
5(a)
its applications.
Define the terms upper triggering point and lower triggering point with the
(b)
help of waveforms.
What is a Mono-stable Multi-vibrator? Explain with the help of a neat
circuit diagram the principle of operation of a Mono-stable Multi, and
6
derive an expression for pulse width. Draw the wave forms at collector and
Bases of both transistors.
Draw and explain the circuit of Astable Multi vibrator with necessary
7
waveforms and also derive the expression for its frequency of oscillations.
With the help of neat circuit diagram and waveforms, explain the working
8
of a Schmitt trigger.
Show that Mono stable multi vibrator can be used as a voltage to time
9(a)
converter.
What type of triggering is used in a Monostable Multivibrator? Draw the
(b)
circuit and explain the operation.
10(a) Derive the expression for frequency of oscillations of Astable Multivibrator.
(b) What are the different names of Monostable Multivibrator?

11(a) Calculate the time period of mono stable Multivibrator.
(b) Define overshoot? How rounding can be eliminated in Astable Multivibrator.

Explain the operation of Astable multivibrator and derive the expression for
12(a)
frequency of oscillations.
Draw the circuit diagram that overcomes the rounding condition at collectors and
(b)
bases of Astable Multivibrator.
13 Define hysteresis and how it can be eliminated in a Schmitt trigger?

14(a) Derive the expression for pulse width for a mono-stable Multivibrator circuit.
(b) Define LTP & UTP with necessary equations.
15 Derive the expression for UTP & LTP for a Schmitt Trigger Circuit.
16 Design a Monostable Multivibrator assuming parameters required.

What is triggering? Which type of triggering is required for Mono stable
17(a)
Multivibrator?
A Schmitt trigger has the following circuit components
(b) R1=R2 =20KΩ, RC1=RC2=5KΩ and Re=2KΩ. The supply voltage is 15V. For
the n-p-n Si transistors used hFE=100. Find UTP and LTP values.
18 For the given circuit shown in figure., find UTP & LTP. What is this
circuit called? Data given hfe(min) = 40, VCE(sat) = 0.1 V, VBE(sat)=0.7
V, Vγ = 0.5V, VBE(active) =0.6V.
19(a) Write the design rules for Astable Multivibrator.

(b) Show that Mono stable Multivibrator can be used as a voltage to time
converter.
20 A Symmetrical collector coupled Astable multivibrator has the fallowing
parameters: Vcc=10v,Rc=5K Ω and C=50pF.For the silicon transistors
used hFE=25 and rbb’=200 Ω. calculate and plot to scale the waveform at
the base and collectors of both transistors. For silicon transistors
VBE(sat)=0.7v,VCE(sat)=0.3v, Vγ = 0.5V.s
Dr. Y S V Raman Dr. Y S V Raman Dr. G Srinivasulu Dr. Y Amar Babu

Course Instructor Course Coordinator Module Coordinator HOD, ECE
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PROGRAM : B. Tech., (VII-Sem.,)- Section A

COURSE NAME & CODE : Microwave engineering (S314)
UNIT - 3
Q1) What do you mean by solid state microwave devices? Explain in short.
Q2) Write a short note on: i) Varactor Diode ii) PIN Diode
Q3) With the help of Two valley theorem, explain the working of Gunn diode.
Q4) Explain the four modes of operation of Gunn Diode.
Q5) Explain the working principle of tunnel diode.
Q6) Explain LSA mode of Gunn Diode.
Q7) Explain the working of microwave transistor.
Q8) Short Note on: Schottky barrier diode.
Q9) What is Avalanche transit time device? Explain the principle of operation of IMPATT diode.
Q10) Explain in brief any one of the transit time devices.
Dr. Y S V Raman Mrs.K.Rani Rudrama Dr. Y S V Raman Dr. Y Amar Babu

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TUTORIAL-6
TUTORIAL-7
Q1) Write a short note on: i) TRAPATT Diode ii) PIN Diode
Q2) With the help of Two valley theorem, explain the working of Gunn diode

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TUTORIAL-6
TUTORIAL-7
Q1) Write a short note on: i) Varactor Diode ii) PIN Diode
Q2) With the help of Two valley theorem, explain the working of Gunn diode

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UNIT - 4
1) Describe the functioning of a two-hole directional coupler with the help of neat schematic.
2) What are Directional couplers? Explain.
3) List the properties of S-parameters. Establish the scattering matrix of an E-plane Tee junction.
4) With reference to a 4-port symmetrical 2-hole coupler, define and distinguish between the terms:
Coupling, Directivity, Isolation and Insertion Loss. How can this coupler be configured as a forward
directional coupler? How can the coupling be varied in this case?
5) List out the output characteristics of a Magic Tee, when i. in-phase inputs are fed at both the main
arm ports, and ii. Input is fed at the series arm port.
6) State the properties of E plane Tee and H plane Tee.
7) Show that a symmetrical magic Tee is a 3dB directional coupler.
8) What are ‘Tee’ Junctions? Explain ‘E’ plane ‘H’ plane and “E – H” (magic) Tee junctions and their
uses.
9) Write short notes on H-Plane Tee".
10) Ten watts is applied to the input of a coupler whose output end is terminated in a matched load. The
auxiliary output is found to be 100 milli watts. When 10 watts is applied to the output end of the
coupler and the input is terminated in a matched load, the auxiliary output is found to be 10 micro
watts. Find both the coupling and directivity

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TUTORIAL-8
1) List out the output characteristics of a Magic Tee, when i. in-phase inputs are fed at both the main
arm ports, and ii. Input is fed at the series arm port.
2) State the properties of E plane Tee and H plane Tee.
4) What are ‘Tee’ Junctions? Explain ‘E’ plane ‘H’ plane and “E – H” (magic) Tee junctions and their
uses.
TUTORIAL-9
1) Describe the functioning of a two-hole directional coupler with the help of neat schematic.
2) What are Directional couplers? Explain.
3) List the properties of S-parameters. Establish the scattering matrix of an E-plane Tee junction.
4) With reference to a 4-port symmetrical 2-hole coupler, define and distinguish between the terms:
Coupling, Directivity, Isolation and Insertion Loss.

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Short Questions
UNIT - 3
Q1) What do you mean by solid state microwave devices?.
Q2) List the differences between: i) Varactor Diode ii) PIN Diode
Q3) What is the other name for Two valley theorem.
Q4) List the modes of operation of Gunn Diode.
Q5) Draw the equivialent circuit of tunnel diode.
Q6) Draw the equivialent circuit of Gunn Diode.
Q7) Give the applications of Gunn diode.
Q8) Give the applications of TRAPATT Diode.
Q9) What is Avalanche transit time device?
Q10) Give the applications of IMPATT diode.

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Short Questions
UNIT - 4
1) Describe the functioning of a two-hole directional coupler ..

2) What are Directional couplers?
3) List the properties of S-parameters.
4) Define Coupling, Directivity, Isolation and Insertion Loss.
5) List out the applications of Magic Tee.
6) List the properties of E plane Tee.
7) List the properties of H plane Tee.
8) What are ‘Tee’ Junctions?
9) Mention the merits of ‘E’ plane Tee junction.
10) ) Mention the merits of ‘H’ plane Tee junction.
11) ) Mention the merits of “E – H” (magic) Tee junction.
12)Give the information of multiport junction devices.


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LAKIREDDY BALI REDDY COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING (Autonomous)

(Affiliated to JNTUK, Kakinada & Approved by AICTE, New Delhi,

PROGRAM : B. Tech., (III-Sem.,)- Section B

(b) What are the different names of Monostable Multivibrator?

(b) Define overshoot? How rounding can be eliminated in Astable Multivibrator.

13 Define hysteresis and how it can be eliminated in a Schmitt trigger?

(b) Define LTP & UTP with necessary equations.

16 Design a Monostable Multivibrator assuming parameters required.

19(a) Write the design rules for Astable Multivibrator.

Dr. Y S V Raman Dr. Y S V Raman Dr. G Srinivasulu Dr. Y Amar Babu

PROGRAM : B. Tech., (VII-Sem.,)- Section A

Q4) Explain the four modes of operation of Gunn Diode.

Q5) Explain the working principle of tunnel diode.

Q6) Explain LSA mode of Gunn Diode.

Q7) Explain the working of microwave transistor.

Q8) Short Note on: Schottky barrier diode.

Q10) Explain in brief any one of the transit time devices.

Dr. Y S V Raman Mrs.K.Rani Rudrama Dr. Y S V Raman Dr. Y Amar Babu

PROGRAM : B. Tech., (VII-Sem.,)- Section A

Q3) Explain the four modes of operation of Gunn Diode.

Dr. Y S V Raman Mrs.K.Rani Rudrama Dr. Y S V Raman Dr. Y Amar Babu

PROGRAM : B. Tech., (VII-Sem.,)- Section A

Q3) Explain the four modes of operation of Gunn Diode.

Dr. Y S V Raman Mrs.K.Rani Rudrama Dr. Y S V Raman Dr. Y Amar Babu

PROGRAM : B. Tech., (VII-Sem.,)- Section A

Dr. Y S V Raman Mrs.K.Rani Rudrama Dr. Y S V Raman Dr. Y Amar Babu

PROGRAM : B. Tech., (VII-Sem.,)- Section A

Dr. Y S V Raman Mrs.K.Rani Rudrama Dr. Y S V Raman Dr. Y Amar Babu

PROGRAM : B. Tech., (VII-Sem.,)- Section A

Q1) What do you mean by solid state microwave devices?.

Q3) What is the other name for Two valley theorem.

Q4) List the modes of operation of Gunn Diode.

Q5) Draw the equivialent circuit of tunnel diode.

Q6) Draw the equivialent circuit of Gunn Diode.

Q7) Give the applications of Gunn diode.

Q8) Give the applications of TRAPATT Diode.

Q9) What is Avalanche transit time device?

Q10) Give the applications of IMPATT diode.

Dr. Y S V Raman Mrs.K.Rani Rudrama Dr. Y S V Raman Dr. Y Amar Babu

PROGRAM : B. Tech., (VII-Sem.,)- Section A

1) Describe the functioning of a two-hole directional coupler ..

Dr. Y S V Raman Mrs.K.Rani Rudrama Dr. Y S V Raman Dr. Y Amar Babu

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