RF and Microwave Measurements Device Characterization, Signal Integrity and Spectrum Analysis


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RF and microwave measurements are common to many disciplines and engineering areas: device and PCB characterization and testing, EMI and EMC, and signal integrity, during design, prototyping and production phases. Measurement setups and procedures are more and more complex and demanding in terms of accuracy, performance, flexibility. Methods and techniques are often borrowed from other domains, including signal processing and probability theory. Mastering the whole process has thus become challenging for the variety and breadth of the required skills and experience. This book attacks the problem from two sides: reviewing circuits and transmission lines, signal analysis, random processes and statistics, and then considering the main experimental setup elements (cables, connectors and PCBs). Two chapters are for the Spectrum Analyzer and the Vector Network Analyzer, their settings, operation, calibration and verification. The objective is supporting R&D and test engineers, academic staff and students: references were thoroughly examined and practical examples conceived to support theory and allow autonomous repetition and verification.




RF and ΜWave Measurements


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*** "This book is a ready reference on RF & microwave measurements - a balance of theory, mathematics, applications and measurement techniques - all at one place. Coming from a true engineer, RF & μWave Measurements is a timeless desktop reference for every practicener." Prof. V.D. Vankar, Adjunct Professor Netaji Subhas University of Technology New Delhi & Ex. Professor Indian Institute of Technology Delhi *** "Shiv Prasad Tripathy knows his subject well. I am delighted he is summarizing his knowledge in the form of a book RF & μWave Measurements that shall benefit professionals as well as students." Arpit Mittal, Senior Engineer, Qualcomm *** ........... can be read selectively as a ready-reference but the reader is recommended to go through the complete book when reading it first time. The book is useful to anyone who works on RF & microwave ............ [from book Foreword] RF & μWave Measurements covers concepts, applications, and measurement techniques for widely used RF measurement parameters. The contents follow a top-down approach and are introduced within a measurement framework that provides a structure, orderliness and coherence to this vast subject. RF & μWave Measurements covers signal properties & modulation, linear & non-linear device models, measurement techniques, plus instrument families; all with a balanced mix of theory and practical information, ample illustrations, mathematical treatment and practical examples. The book is organized as follows: Chapter 1 RF & μWave Overview Chapter 2 Measurement Framework Chapter 3 Measurement Insights - I Chapter 4 Measurement Insights - II Chapter 5 Signal Measurement & Analysis Chapter 6 Signal Sources Chapter 7 Network Characterization Chapter 8 Measurement of Power Chapter 9 Time Domain Measurements Chapter 10 Measurement Solutions Appendix - Smith Chart Further Reading More than 30 measurement parameters are covered that include AM-AM, sensitivity, passive intermodulation, crosstalk, isolation, harmonic distortion, gain compression, noise figure, directivity, PAE, IP2, IQ modulation, power gain, phase noise, AM-PM, phase delay, IP3, load pull, permittivity, TDR, plus many other regularly encountered by RF engineers. Instrumentation discussion includes theory of operation, measurement principles and features for signal sourcing, signal analysis, network characterization and power measurements. Techniques for 50+ measurement scenarios are provided that cover frequency and time domain measurements. Measurement solutions are exemplified to encourage reader to build their own test solutions. RF & μWave Measurements is a much-needed bridge between conventional textbooks and reference handbooks and is a useful desktop ready-reference for engineers, researchers, product organizations and educators. Shiv Prasad Tripathy is a hands-on engineering practitioner, who provides consulting & knowledge services to people in the academics and industry. More information about him is on the author's page.




Modeling and Characterization of RF and Microwave Power FETs


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This book is a comprehensive exposition of FET modeling, and is a must-have resource for seasoned professionals and new graduates in the RF and microwave power amplifier design and modeling community. In it, you will find descriptions of characterization and measurement techniques, analysis methods, and the simulator implementation, model verification and validation procedures that are needed to produce a transistor model that can be used with confidence by the circuit designer. Written by semiconductor industry professionals with many years' device modeling experience in LDMOS and III-V technologies, this was the first book to address the modeling requirements specific to high-power RF transistors. A technology-independent approach is described, addressing thermal effects, scaling issues, nonlinear modeling, and in-package matching networks. These are illustrated using the current market-leading high-power RF technology, LDMOS, as well as with III-V power devices.




RF Measurements of Die and Packages


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The recent explosion of the RF wireless integrated circuits (IC), coupled with higher operating speeds in digital IC's has made accurate RF testing of IC's vital. This ground-breaking resource explains the fundamentals of performing accurate RF measurements of die and packages. It offers you practical advice on how to use coplanar probes and test fixtures in the lab for RF on-wafer die and package characterization. It also details how to build separate RF test systems for noise, high-power, and thermal testing as well as de-embed the test system's parasitic effects to get the die's RF performance. This book is a handy, practical resource for RFIC and MMIC designers as well as high-frequency digital IC designers, IC test engineers, and IC manufacturing test engineers.




Modern RF and Microwave Measurement Techniques


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A comprehensive, hands-on review of the most up-to-date techniques in RF and microwave measurement, including practical advice on deployment challenges.




RF Measurements for Cellular Phones and Wireless Data Systems


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The only source for practical, real-world information on RF measurements for cellular phones and wireless data systems It is predicted that by the year 2010, all digital wireless communications equipment—including cellular, PCS, and 3G phones; wireless LANs; GPS navigation systems; and DBS TV—will have data transfer capabilities of over 1 Mbps. Now, as this significant turning point quickly approaches, this book presents everything industry professionals need to know about the Radio Frequency (RF) measurements and tests that must be made on this new generation of digital wireless communications equipment. Presenting just enough theory as is absolutely required for comprehension, RF Measurements for Cellular Phones and Wireless Data Systems: Provides a review of basic RF principles and terminology Describes RF measurement equipment, including signal generators, power meters, frequency meters, vector network analyzers, spectrum analyzers, and vector signal analyzers Explains the RF devices that are used in cellular phones and wireless data transmission equipment—how they work, what their critical performance parameters are, how they're tested, and typical test results Illustrates the testing of RF devices and systems with digitally modulated signals that represent the voice, video, or data that the RF wave is carrying RF Measurements for Cellular Phones and Wireless Data Systems has been written to serve as the industry standard for RF measurements and testing. It is an indispensable resource for engineers, technicians, and managers involved in the construction, installation, or maintenance of cell phones and wireless data equipment.




RF and Microwave Circuits, Measurements, and Modeling


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Highlighting the challenges RF and microwave circuit designers face in their day-to-day tasks, RF and Microwave Circuits, Measurements, and Modeling explores RF and microwave circuit designs in terms of performance and critical design specifications. The book discusses transmitters and receivers first in terms of functional circuit block and then examines each block individually. Separate articles consider fundamental amplifier issues, low noise amplifiers, power amplifiers for handset applications and high power, power amplifiers. Additional chapters cover other circuit functions including oscillators, mixers, modulators, phase locked loops, filters and multiplexers. New chapters discuss high-power PAs, bit error rate testing, and nonlinear modeling of heterojunction bipolar transistors, while other chapters feature new and updated material that reflects recent progress in such areas as high-volume testing, transmitters and receivers, and CAD tools. The unique behavior and requirements associated with RF and microwave systems establishes a need for unique and complex models and simulation tools. The required toolset for a microwave circuit designer includes unique device models, both 2D and 3D electromagnetic simulators, as well as frequency domain based small signal and large signal circuit and system simulators. This unique suite of tools requires a design procedure that is also distinctive. This book examines not only the distinct design tools of the microwave circuit designer, but also the design procedures that must be followed to use them effectively.




Frequency Measurement Technology


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This unique first-of-its-kind resource provides practical coverage of the design and implementation of frequency measurement receivers, which aid in identifying unknown signals. The technologies used in frequency measurement interferometry-based on-delay lines and filters are explored in this book. Practitioners also find concrete examples of microwave photonics implementations. The designs and concepts that cover conventional photonic instantaneous frequency measurement (IFM) circuits are explained. This book provides details on new designs for microwave photonic circuits and reconfigurable frequency measurement (RFM) circuits using diodes and MicroElectroMechanical Systems (MEMS). This book explains the many diverse applications of frequency measurement that are used in defense, radar, and communications. The instrumentation used to perform frequency measurements is explained, including the use of block analysis for network and spectrum analyzers and calibration techniques. Readers learn the advantages of using frequency measurement based on microwave/RF techniques, including immunity to electromagnetic interference, low loss, compatibility with fiber signal distribution, and parallel processing signals. Moreover, readers gain insight into the future of frequency measurement receivers. The book examines both the underpinnings and the implementation of frequency measurement receivers using many diverse technological platforms.




Handbook of RF, Microwave, and Millimeter-wave Components


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This unique and comprehensive resource offers you a detailed treatment of the operations principles, key parameters, and specific characteristics of active and passive RF, microwave, and millimeter-wave components. The book covers both linear and nonlinear components that are used in a wide range of application areas, from communications and information sciences, to avionics, space, and military engineering. This practical book presents descriptions and clear examples and of the best materials and products used in the field, including laminates, prepregs, substrates; microstrip, coaxial and waveguide transmission lines; fixed and rotating connectors; matching and adjusting elements; frequency filters; phase shifters; and ferrite gates and circulators. Moreover, the book offers you in-depth discussions on microwave switches and matrices, including MEMS technology, solid state and vacuum amplifiers, mixers, modulators and demodulators, and oscillation sources. You also find coverage of the stable frequency synthesizer structure and sources of modulated or noisy signals. Greatly adding to the usefulness of this volume is the inclusion of more than 700 Internet addresses of manufacturers from across the globe.