Analog Computer Analysis of Networks Containing Diodes

摘要

Larrowe's direct simulation method of analog computer analysis of electrical networks is extended to include diodes. The technique is somewhat artificial: each diode is replaced by a small inductance, which passes current in one direction. The limit as the inductance approaches zero is simply a high-gain limited amplifier that introduces feedback to properly preserve all current and voltage equations at all times. The stability of the method is briefly discussed and an example is given to show its effectiveness. (Author)