Diskriminaator

Diskriminaator is a term with various meanings depending on the context. In electronics, a diskriminaator circuit is a device used to detect or measure the difference between two signals. It is often employed in frequency modulation (FM) receivers to convert frequency variations into amplitude variations, thereby demodulating the FM signal. This is achieved by comparing the input signal's frequency to a reference frequency, and the output voltage is proportional to the difference.

In signal processing, a diskriminaator can refer to a function or algorithm that distinguishes between different types of data or patterns. For example, in pattern recognition, a diskriminaator function might be used to classify an image as either a cat or a dog. This function assigns a score based on the input features, and a threshold determines the classification.

More broadly, in a general sense, a diskriminaator is something that discriminates, or makes a distinction. This could be a person, a policy, or any entity that creates differences in treatment or outcome. However, when used in a technical or scientific context, the term typically refers to a specific mechanism or circuit for signal analysis or comparison. The precise function of a diskriminaator is always about identifying a difference between inputs.