Question

Figure 2.41 shows two diodes with reverse

saturation currents of Isi and Is2 placed in
series. Calculate IB, VD1, and VD2 in terms
of VB, IS1, and Is2.

Answer 1

To calculate IB, VD1, and VD2 in terms of VB, IS1, and IS2, we need to use the equations for current in forward and reverse bias configurations.

Step-by-step explanation:

In order to calculate IB, VD1, and VD2 in terms of VB, IS1, and IS2, we need to use the equations for current in forward and reverse bias configurations. The current in the forward bias configuration is given by Inet = 10 (eeVb/BT - 1) and the current with no bias is related to the reverse saturation current by Io-Isat = 2.2 × 10-8.