Title :
DC Analysis of Nonlinear Networks Based on Generalized Piecewise-Linear Characterization
Author :
Ohtsuki, Tatsuo ; Yoshida, Norinobu
fDate :
1/1/1971 12:00:00 AM
Abstract :
An approach for the static modeling and analysis of nonlinear networks is presented. First, the piecewise-linear approximation of static characteristics of multiport devices is discussed in connection with the multidimensional linear interpolation technique. Next, two algorithms for solving general piecewise-linear resistor networks are given. The results obtained are of great effect for the dc analysis of nonlinear networks, in particular, with coupled elements such as transistors.
Keywords :
Computer-aided circuit analysis; Device models; Nonlinear networks; Piecewise-linear techniques; Resistance networks; Computer networks; Helium; Interpolation; Multidimensional systems; Mutual coupling; Newton method; Nonlinear equations; Piecewise linear techniques; Resistors; Voltage;
Journal_Title :
Circuit Theory, IEEE Transactions on
DOI :
10.1109/TCT.1971.1083226
