Workshop 3: ADC (Analog-to-Digital Converter) Design
Objective:
Train participants in the design and performance evaluation of ADC architectures used in data acquisition and communication systems.
Topics Covered:
ADC Fundamentals:
Sampling theory and Nyquist rate
Key performance metrics: resolution, signal-to-noise ratio (SNR), and Effective Number of Bits (ENOB)
ADC Architectures:
SAR ADC: Design and working principles
Delta-Sigma ADC: Oversampling and noise shaping
Pipeline ADC: Block-level design and applications
Design and Simulation:
Signal chain considerations for ADC design
Hands-on simulation of a SAR ADC in Cadence or LTspice
Application Scenarios:
ADCs in IoT, automotive systems, and wireless communication
How to optimize ADC performance for specific applications
Key Takeaways:
Participants will acquire practical skills in ADC design and simulation, along with an understanding of different architectures and their use cases.
