OP amp analysis help-exam paper question

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The discussion revolves around analyzing an operational amplifier (op-amp) circuit, specifically deriving the transfer function, and determining the magnitude and phase of the response. Participants explore theoretical aspects, practical implications, and potential errors in their calculations.

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Main Points Raised

  • One participant derived the transfer function as (Vo/Vi) = 2sRC - 1 and expressed uncertainty about the phase calculation.
  • Another participant suggested using superposition to analyze the circuit, describing the behavior at low frequencies and break frequency, indicating a gain of -1 at low frequencies and a gain of +1 beyond the break frequency.
  • Concerns were raised about the output being zero at the break frequency, with a participant questioning the phase lag introduced by capacitors.
  • Responses included clarifications about phase lag at different frequencies, noting that at break frequency, the lag is only 45 degrees, and discussing the implications for amplitude response.
  • A later contribution challenged the characterization of the circuit, asserting it is an all-pass network where the amplitude response remains constant while only the phase shift varies with frequency.
  • Another participant acknowledged the need to recalculate the output at the break frequency, suggesting that the amplitude remains 1 at -90 degrees.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants express differing views on the behavior of the circuit at break frequency, with some asserting that the output is zero while others argue it maintains a constant amplitude. The discussion remains unresolved regarding the correct interpretation of the circuit's characteristics.

Contextual Notes

Participants reference various assumptions about circuit components, such as ideal voltage sources and the nature of the op-amp configuration. There is also mention of potential errors in earlier calculations and the need for further verification of results.

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Students studying electronics, particularly those focusing on operational amplifier circuits and transfer function analysis, may find this discussion relevant.

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Homework Statement



i have this exam paper question.

  1. derive an expression for transfer function
  2. find expression for the magnitude and phase of the response

i have attached circuit diagram below

2. The attempt at a solution

i derived

for first question
Vo= 2RC(dVi/dt) - Vi
(Vo/Vi)= 2sRC - 1

for second question
magnitude = |Vo/Vi|=|2jwRC-1|
and don't know how to find phase.

I'm not sure about my answers as i learned them from book that has no this kind a examples. so I'm glad if someone can show me how to solve this

Thanks
 

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aruna1 said:

Homework Statement



i have this exam paper question.

  1. derive an expression for transfer function
  2. find expression for the magnitude and phase of the response

i have attached circuit diagram below

2. The attempt at a solution

i derived

for first question
Vo= 2RC(dVi/dt) - Vi
(Vo/Vi)= 2sRC - 1

for second question
magnitude = |Vo/Vi|=|2jwRC-1|
and don't know how to find phase.

I'm not sure about my answers as i learned them from book that has no this kind a examples. so I'm glad if someone can show me how to solve this

Thanks

I assume it is an ideal voltage source which is 0 impedance. You basically divide the circuit into 2 half.

1) the C and R that form the high pass into the +ve input. The output is just gain of 2 of the voltage at the junction of the C and R.
2) the Inverting configuration form by the two resistors into the -ve input and feedback from the output. This has an inverted gain of 1 at the output.
3) Using super position to sum the two transfer functions as the final output. Basically, at low freq, no signal input into the +ve input so the circuit has a gain of -1. At break frequency of C and R, signal start to drive into +ve input and start canceling the other side so output roll off. At break frequency, output is 0. Beyond break freq, the circuit has a gain of +1.

I post a wrong answer 2 hours ago, sorry. I am also experimenting puting a jpeg on this also, apparantely it still won't display on the post. Still come out as an attached file. Please double check my work. I have been making mistake lately at my old age! But I am sure the idea of super position stand. Just calculate the result in polar form to get the phase angle.
 

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thank you sir for your help.but i can't download your attachment.no download link appears.can you re upload it or send it to my email
aruna.rubasinghe@gmail.com
 
I have send it to your email.

I can down load from here. Must be still waiting for approval. I still have not find a way to put the drawing directly onto the post, any attachment need a day for the moderator for approval. Bummer!

Almost forgot! Break freq. is 1/(2 [tex]\pi[/tex] RC).

Let me know if you receive it and we can talk more. Just remember I am not a teacher or tutor, double check my stuff.
 
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yungman said:
3) Using super position to sum the two transfer functions as the final output. Basically, at low freq, no signal input into the +ve input so the circuit has a gain of -1. At break frequency of C and R, signal start to drive into +ve input and start canceling the other side so output roll off. At break frequency, output is 0. Beyond break freq, the circuit has a gain of +1.
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it seems your calculations are right but i have a question.

well when at break frequency you say out put is zero but i was wandering doesn't capacitors lag voltage by 90 degrees? so two inputs reach volt V at two different moments there fore there will be non zero output?
i don't know whethere I'm right or wrong so correct me.
thanks
 
aruna1 said:
it seems your calculations are right but i have a question.

well when at break frequency you say out put is zero but i was wandering doesn't capacitors lag voltage by 90 degrees? so two inputs reach volt V at two different moments there fore there will be non zero output?
i don't know whethere I'm right or wrong so correct me.
thanks

Good question! One thing is at break frequency, it is only 45 deg. lag. At low freq., Point A is 90 deg lag but the amplitude is low, don't matter. At freq>>break freq. there is very little lag so it is pretty much no lag.

I think if you plot the equaion out, you should see the respond. Seems like the amplitude will go very low at break frequency. The signal actually go through 180 deg shift( from -Vin to +Vin).

I am an engineer and I have been designing opamp stuff for many years. In real life, we have a requirement and we provide a solution! This will not be a circuit I would use for a notch filter.
 
yungman said:
Good question! One thing is at break frequency, it is only 45 deg. lag. At low freq., Point A is 90 deg lag but the amplitude is low, don't matter. At freq>>break freq. there is very little lag so it is pretty much no lag.

I think if you plot the equaion out, you should see the respond. Seems like the amplitude will go very low at break frequency. The signal actually go through 180 deg shift( from -Vin to +Vin).

I am an engineer and I have been designing opamp stuff for many years. In real life, we have a requirement and we provide a solution! This will not be a circuit I would use for a notch filter.

I'm a electronic engineering student in sri lanka :smile:
 
aruna1 said:
I'm a electronic engineering student in sri lanka :smile:

Good for you. You are happy with my answers?
 
yungman said:
Good for you. You are happy with my answers?
indeed.I'm currently studying electrical measurement subject and this question is related to Principles of electronics subject.when i finished studying measurements i'll go back to electronic and analyze your answer.thank you for helping me.:smile:
 
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aruna1 said:
indeed.I'm currently studying electrical measurement subject and this question is related to Principles of electronics subject.when i finished studying measurements i'll go back to electronic and analyze your answer.thank you for helping me.:smile:

You are very welcome.
 
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yungman said:
I think if you plot the equaion out, you should see the respond. Seems like the amplitude will go very low at break frequency.

I don't think this is right, Yungman. This circuit is an all-pass network, and the amplitude response is constant with frequency; only the phase shift changes with frequency.

Your last expression for Vout in post #2 can be re-written as:

jwRC-1
------- * Vin
jwRC+1

which is a classic all-pass response.
 
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The Electrician said:
I don't think this is right, Yungman. This circuit is an all-pass network, and the amplitude response is constant with frequency; only the phase shift changes with frequency.

Your last expression for Vout in post #2 can be re-written as:

jwRC-1
------- * Vin
jwRC+1

which is a classic all-pass response.

Maybe you are right. I got the transfer function and I just guess the output will get lower at [tex]\omega[/tex] = 1/(RC). because it is in opposite direction. I never really sit down and go through it. But since you mentioned, I calculate at break freq. The output is -j and amplitude still is 1 at -90 deg.

Just a very uncommon circuit. Been designing opamp type of circuits for years, never have any use of this type yet. More the fancy type of circuits puting in the test.
 
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