Component
École Nationale Supérieure d'Électrotechnique d'Électronique d'Informatique d'Hydraulique et des Télécommunications
Objectives
At the end of this course, students will be able to:
- Define the specifications of an amplifier.
- Choose amplifier architectures that meet their specifications.
- Design amplifiers that meet criteria for power gain, linearity, noise, and power efficiency.
Description
This course provides students with the knowledge they need to design RF amplifiers using hybrid and integrated (MMIC) technology.
Microwave technology
RF amplifiers:
HEMT: operation, IV characteristics
Linearity: P&dB, IP3, C/I3
Efficiency, PAE
Choice of amplification class
Transistor stability
Amplifier design:
Power matching
Fluence graphs
Gain optimization
Broadband amplifiers
Design example
Fixed-gain amplifier
Low-noise amplifier
Oscillators
Pre-requisites
Transmission lines (N7EE09D)