Anode-current interruption and forced commutation
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- In your opinion, what are junction diodes, and how did they come to be known as junction diodes?A - Explain the symbols, operating principles and usage areas of the diodes given below. (Zener diode: photo diode: led diode: opto coupler) B- Draw the voltage trigger circuit and explain its operation. Explain how there is a difference between the voltage quadrant and the triplerDiscussion:- 1- How does a diode work as a voltage regulator? 2- What is a Zener breakdown? 3- What happens to the DC output voltage when the input varies within the limits? 4- Name three other applications of Zener diodes.
- What is Tunnel diode and PIN diode? What are the uses of Tunnel diode and PIN diode? Also draw their symbols.What condition should be followed to achieve discontinuous current mode operation in fully controlled rectifiers ? a. large L/R value b. large inductance value c. rated inductance value d. small L/R valueWhy are these versions of diode circuits called clamping circuits? What is the meaning of clamp?