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6 - The Origin of Noise

from Part II - Noise and Electronic Interfaces

Published online by Cambridge University Press:  23 December 2021

Marco Tartagni
Affiliation:
University of Bologna
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Understanding the origin of noise is important because it gives hints on how to reduce its effects even from the electronic point of view. This chapter analyzes the physics background of some sources of random processes that are limiting sensing systems referred to as “thermal,” “shot,” and “flicker” noises. It also shows how thermal and shot noises are at the base of other observed electronic effects such as “kTC,” “phase,” and “current” noises. The discussion uses analogies between mechanical and electronic effects of thermal agitation. This is important not only for understanding the process but also to unify the model of noise in microelectromechanical sensor systems so as to use the same analysis framework.

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  • The Origin of Noise
  • Marco Tartagni, University of Bologna
  • Book: Electronic Sensor Design Principles
  • Online publication: 23 December 2021
  • Chapter DOI: https://doi.org/10.1017/9781139629225.007
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  • The Origin of Noise
  • Marco Tartagni, University of Bologna
  • Book: Electronic Sensor Design Principles
  • Online publication: 23 December 2021
  • Chapter DOI: https://doi.org/10.1017/9781139629225.007
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  • The Origin of Noise
  • Marco Tartagni, University of Bologna
  • Book: Electronic Sensor Design Principles
  • Online publication: 23 December 2021
  • Chapter DOI: https://doi.org/10.1017/9781139629225.007
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