Applications of Forward Bias
Some of the most common appliactions of forward bias are:
- Rectification: Forward-biased diodes are essential in rectifiers, converting alternating current (AC) to direct current (DC).
- Amplification: Forward-biased diodes play a role in signal amplification in electronic circuits.
- Light Emission (LEDs): Light-emitting diodes (LEDs) are a specific type of forward-biased diode that emits light when conducting.
Forward Bias
Forward Bias is a term commonly used in semiconductor electronics, particularly concerning diodes and transistors. A diode is considered to be in forward bias when its p-side is connected to the positive side of a power supply and its n-side to the negative side. In the case of an NPN transistor, the base-emitter junction is forward-biased, which means the base is positive relative to the emitter. Conversely, for a PNP transistor, the base is negative relative to the emitter.
In this article, we will discuss all Forward Biases including Forward Bias of PN junctions and transistors.
Table of Content
- What Is Forward Biasing?
- Forward Biasing Characterstics
- Forward Bias P-N Junction Diode
- Forward Current Equation
- Forward and Reverse Bias
- Applications of Forward Bias
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