Bibliographic Details
| Title: |
Design of low-power wideband frequency quadruplers based on transformer-coupled resonators for E-Band backhaul applications. |
| Authors: |
Iotti, Lorenzo1, Bassi, Matteo1, Mazzanti, Andrea1, Svelto, Francesco1 |
| Source: |
Integration: The VLSI Journal. Jun2017, Vol. 58, p413-420. 8p. |
| Subjects: |
BiCMOS memory circuits, Electronic band structure, Electric resonators, Transformer insulation, Bandwidth allocation |
| Abstract: |
This paper presents a mm-wave two-stage push-push BiCMOS frequency quadrupler for E-band wireless backhaul applications. To enhance gain-bandwidth product and overcome the limitations of classic push-push pairs, coupled resonators realized through low-k transformers are employed. A novel transformer layout is proposed for single-ended to differential conversion to achieve superior suppression of differential mismatches and enhanced gain. The measured prototype, fabricated in 55 nm BiCMOS technology, achieves a remarkable 27% fractional bandwidth around the center frequency of 74 GHz with a power consumption of 7 mW only. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR] |
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| Database: |
Engineering Source |
