Time difference amplifier

2002107 citationsJournal Article

Authors

Ariffin Abas · Newcastle University

A. Bystrov · Newcastle University

D.J. Kinniment · Newcastle University

O.V. Maevsky · Newcastle University

G. Russell · Newcastle University

Alex Yakovlev · Newcastle University

Abstract

Accurate measurement of edge time differences down to 10 ps or less is required for tests of timing in digital systems. A circuit is described that is aimed at reliably amplifying these time differences by a factor between 3 and 10 before measurement to enable greater accuracy.

Topics & Keywords

Advancements in PLL and VCO Technologies Sensor Technology and Measurement Systems Semiconductor Lasers and Optical Devices

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Affordable and clean energy

Publication Details

Published in: Electronics Letters

Volume 38, Issue 23, pp. 1437-1438

DOI: 10.1049/el:20020961

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