Abstract
Optimum class-AB power amplifier (PA) operation, with maximum power added efficiency (PAE) and ruggedness can be obtained by proper 2 nd harmonic termination at the in- and output. Implementation in a differential push-pull amplifier for DCS band yields significantly higher PAE and ruggedness even under high mismatch conditions. Various PA implementations using novel balun structures are compared for their performance.
Original language | English |
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Title of host publication | Proceedings of the Bipolar/BiCMOS Circuits and Technology Meeting |
Pages | 173-176 |
Number of pages | 4 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 1 Jan 2002 |
Externally published | Yes |
Event | 2002 IEEE Bipolar/BicMOS and Technology Meeting - Minneapolis, United States Duration: 29 Sep 2002 → 1 Oct 2002 |
Conference
Conference | 2002 IEEE Bipolar/BicMOS and Technology Meeting |
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Country/Territory | United States |
City | Minneapolis |
Period | 29/09/02 → 1/10/02 |
Keywords
- Differential output stages
- PAE
- Ruggedness
- Second harmonic termination