Lowpass Butterworth & Bandpass Filters

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In summary, the student is seeking help in finding proofs for the Butterworth lowpass filter and the bandpass filter. They have successfully solved the bandpass filter and are still working on the Butterworth. They approached the problem by looking at a RLC circuit and using algebraic manipulation and substitution to reach their solution.
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Please help me find proofs of the Butterworth lowpass filter and the bandpass filter.

for the butterworth. i need to prove (Vo/Vin) = 1 / [1 + (f/fc)^4]^(1/2)

for the bandpass: (Vo/Vin) = 1/[1 + {[(w^2) / (wo^2)] - 1} / wRC]

my professor said these proofs were on the internet, but i can't find anything useful.

any help would be greatly appreciated. thanks.
 
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Homework problems should be posted in the Homework Forums. This thread will hopefully get moved there.

You need to show us what you have done to try to solve the problem, and then we can try to help you. Do you know how to draw a first order Butterworth lowpass filter? How about a second order? Draw the circuit, and write the differential equation for Vo/Vi. Then solve it to see if you get the equations above.
 
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Sorry I didn't know there was a Homework section. This isn't really homework anyway. its just lab knowledge, but whatever, sorry about that.

I figured out the bandpass filter and am still working on the Butterworth.

For the bandpass i looked at a RLC crkt and set
Vo = (R / [jwL + (1/jwL) + R]) Vin

... work ...

then i just used algebraic manipulation and substitution and finally got to
Vo/Vin = 1 / sqrt{[(wRC)^2 / (wRC)^2] + ((w^2 LC - 1)^2) / (wRC)^2}
where LC = 1/wo^2

it looks so confusing typed out like shown above. it looks much better in Equation Editor.
 

FAQ: Lowpass Butterworth & Bandpass Filters

What is a Lowpass Butterworth filter?

A Lowpass Butterworth filter is an electronic filter that allows low frequency signals to pass through while attenuating high frequency signals. It has a flat response in the passband and a gradual roll-off in the stopband.

How does a Lowpass Butterworth filter work?

A Lowpass Butterworth filter works by using capacitors and resistors to create a transfer function that allows low frequency signals to pass through while reducing the amplitude of high frequency signals. The filter is designed to have a maximally flat response in the passband.

What is the difference between a Lowpass Butterworth filter and a Bandpass filter?

A Lowpass Butterworth filter only allows low frequency signals to pass through, while a Bandpass filter allows a specific range of frequencies to pass through. In other words, a Bandpass filter has both a low and high frequency cutoff, while a Lowpass filter only has a low frequency cutoff.

What are the applications of Bandpass filters?

Bandpass filters are commonly used in electronic systems to isolate specific frequency ranges and remove unwanted noise. They are also used in audio systems to separate different frequency components, such as bass and treble, for better sound quality.

How do I choose the right cutoff frequency for a Lowpass Butterworth filter?

The cutoff frequency for a Lowpass Butterworth filter should be chosen based on the desired frequency range of the signal you want to pass through. It should be low enough to filter out unwanted high frequency signals, but not too low to attenuate the desired low frequency signals.

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