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Noise Power at Output is defined as spurious contributions from image-frequency transformation in amplifier systems. It represents the total noise power present at the output of an amplifier.
The calculator uses the formula:
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Explanation: This formula calculates the noise power at the output of an amplifier by multiplying the input noise power by both the noise factor and the noise power gain of the amplifier.
Details: Accurate noise power calculation is crucial for designing communication systems, optimizing signal-to-noise ratios, and ensuring proper amplifier performance in various electronic applications.
Tips: Enter noise power at input in Watts, noise factor (dimensionless), and noise power gain (dimensionless). All values must be positive numbers greater than zero.
Q1: What is the difference between noise factor and noise figure?
A: Noise factor is the ratio of input SNR to output SNR, while noise figure is noise factor expressed in decibels (10×log₁₀(noise factor)).
Q2: How does noise power gain differ from signal power gain?
A: Noise power gain specifically refers to the amplification of noise components, while signal power gain refers to the amplification of the desired signal components.
Q3: What are typical values for noise factor in amplifiers?
A: Noise factor values typically range from 1 (ideal noiseless amplifier) to 10 or more, with lower values indicating better amplifier performance.
Q4: Why is noise power calculation important in communication systems?
A: It helps determine the system's sensitivity, dynamic range, and overall performance by quantifying the noise contribution at each stage of signal processing.
Q5: Can this calculator be used for cascaded amplifier systems?
A: This calculator provides the noise power output for a single amplifier stage. For cascaded systems, Friis' formula for noise should be applied to calculate the overall noise figure.