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A 52-GHz 8.5-dB Traveling-Wave Amplifier in 0.13-μm Standard CMOS Process.

Authors :
Egels, Matthieu
Gaubert, Jean
Pannier, Philippe
Bourdel, Sylvain
Source :
IEEE Transactions on Microwave Theory & Techniques; May2008 Part 2, Vol. 56, p1226-1233, 8p, 4 Black and White Photographs, 4 Diagrams, 1 Chart, 10 Graphs
Publication Year :
2008

Abstract

The design of a traveling-wave amplifier (TWA) in 0.13-μm standard CMOS technology is presented. It is designed to maximize the gain-bandwidth product (GBP). An asymmetric cascode, coplanar waveguide (CPW), and loss compensation technique enables maximization of the TWA GBP. Design and modeling of 90-Ω CPW used to synthesize inductors of the TWA lines is presented. Simulations with a design kit and developed models for CPW show a 52-GHz bandwidth with a maximum power gain of 8.5 dB at 10 GHz for a 135-mW power consumption. Measurements up to 40 GHz confirm these results. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
00189480
Volume :
56
Database :
Complementary Index
Journal :
IEEE Transactions on Microwave Theory & Techniques
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
32142567
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1109/TMTT.2008.920169