Analysis and Design of Data Converters

by Behzad Razavi

Overview

Master the art of data converter design with this definitive textbook, a detailed and accessible introduction ideal for students and practicing engineers. Razavi's distinctive and intuitive pedagogical approach, building up from elementary components to complex systems. Step-by-step transistor-level designs and simulations offer a practical hands-on understanding of key design concepts. Comprehensive coverage of essential topics including sampling circuits, comparator design, digital-to-analog converters, flash topologies, SAR and pipelined architectures, time-interleaved converters, and oversampling systems. Over 250 examples pose thought-provoking questions, reinforcing core concepts and helping students develop confidence. Over 350 end-of-chapter homework problems to test student understanding, with solutions available for course instructors. Developed by leading author Behzad Razavi, and addressing all the principles and design concepts essential to today's engineers, this is the ideal text for senior undergraduate and graduate-level students and professional engineers who aspire to excel in data converter analysis and design.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781009602235
Publisher:	Cambridge University Press
Publication date:	07/03/2025
Pages:	604
Product dimensions:	8.31(w) x 10.28(h) x 1.54(d)

About the Author

Behzad Razavi is a Professor of Electrical Engineering at The University of California, Los Angeles. He has received numerous teaching and education awards, has served as an IEEE Distinguished Lecturer, and is a member of the US National Academy of Engineering and a Fellow of the IEEE. His previous textbooks include Fundamentals of Microelectronics (2006, 2008, 2021), RF Microelectronics (1997), Design of Analog CMOS Integrated Circuits (2017) and Design of CMOS Phase-Locked Loops (2020).

Table of Contents

1. Introduction to data conversion; 2. Basic circuit concepts; 3. Sampling circuits; 4. Design study of a sampling circuit; 5. Comparator design principles; 6. Advanced comparator concepts; 7. Design study of a comparator; 8. General DAC concepts; 9. Resistor-ladder DACs; 10. Current-steering DACs; 11. Capacitor DACs; 12. Introduction to Nyquist-rate ADCs; 13. Flash ADCs; 14. SAR ADC fundamentals; 15. SAR ADC nonidealities; 16. Advanced SAR ADCs; 17. Fundamentals of pipelined ADCs; 18. Nonidealities in pipelined ADCs; 19. Advanced SAR and pipelining techniques; 20. Interleaved ADCs; 21. Introduction to oversampling ADCs; 22. Basic design of Δ∑ modulators; 23. Nonidealities in Δ∑ modulators; 24. Advanced oversampling ADC concepts; Bibliography; Index.

Editorial Reviews

'It is always a great pleasure to read Professor Razavi's books. This one is no exception. It is a timely update of his prior book on data converters. It is a must-read for anyone who is interested in data converter design.' Nan Sun, Tsinghua University

'Writing a book on data converters that covers all fundamental principles, provides practical design insights, and can remain relevant in this ever changing field is very difficult. Professor Razavi did it.' Dante Muratore, Delft University of Technology

'This book stands out as a definitive resource on data converters. Professor Razavi strikes the perfect balance between intuitive explanations of complex concepts and the mathematical rigor necessary for a deep technical understanding. Whether you are a student seeking clarity or a professional looking for a reliable reference, this book is an indispensable guide.' Pavan Kumar Hanumolu, University of Illinois Urbana–Champaign

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