Question 1: Describe the use of PIN diode as a modulator.
Question 2: Why FET’s are favored over bipolar transistors at high frequencies?
Question 3: What is the main benefit of using Gunn diode over the IMPATT diode?
Question 4: Describe applications of PIN diode as a phase shifter.
Question 5: Describe Gunn effect by using two-valley theory? As well some several modes of operation and applications of Gunn diodes.
Question 6: What do you mean by Avalanche transit time Devices?
Question 7: List all the benefits of using Gunn diodes over the IMPATT diodes?
Question 8: What is the fundamental difference between IMPATT and TRAPATT diodes?
Question 9: Explain how a tunnel diode can be used as an amplifier and as an oscillator with the obligatory circuit diagrams?
Question 10: What are the applications of the Tunnel diode?