"On the engineers' new toolbox" or Analog Circuit Design, using Symbolic Analysis, Computer Algebra, and Elementary Network Transformations

TL;DR

This paper demonstrates how modern computer algebra systems can be utilized in the design of analog circuits through three illustrative examples, showcasing the potential of symbolic analysis and network transformations.

Contribution

It introduces a novel approach to analog circuit design leveraging symbolic analysis and computer algebra, illustrated with practical examples.

Findings

Computer algebra systems can effectively assist in analog circuit design.

Symbolic analysis simplifies the design process and enhances understanding.

Elementary network transformations can optimize circuit configurations.

Abstract

In this paper, by way of three examples - a fourth order low pass active RC filter, a rudimentary BJT amplifier, and an LC ladder - we show, how the algebraic capabilities of modern computer algebra systems can, or in the last example, might be brought to use in the task of designing analog circuits.