Introduction to RF Power Amplifier Design and Simulation

Introduction to RF Power Amplifier Design and Simulation

<P><STRONG>Introduction to RF Power Amplifier Design and Simulation</STRONG> fills a gap in the existing literature by providing step-by-step guidance for the design of radio frequency (RF) power amplifiers, from analytical formulation to simulation, implementation, and measurement. Featuring numerous illustrations and examples of real-world engineering applications, this book:</P> <UL> <LI>Gives an overview of intermodulation and elaborates on the difference between linear and nonlinear amplifiers</LI> <LI>Describes the high-frequency model and transient characteristics of metal–oxide–semiconductor field-effect transistors</LI> <LI>Details active device modeling techniques for transistors and parasitic extraction methods for active devices</LI> <LI>Explores network and scattering parameters, resonators, matching networks, and tools such as the Smith chart</LI> <LI>Covers power-sensing devices including four-port directional couplers and new types of reflectometers</LI> <LI>Presents RF filter designs for power amplifiers as well as application examples of special filter types</LI> <LI>Demonstrates the use of computer-aided design (CAD) tools, implementing systematic design techniques</LI></UL> <P>Blending theory with practice, <B>Introduction to RF Power Amplifier Design and Simulation</B> supplies engineers, researchers, and RF/microwave engineering students with a valuable resource for the creation of efficient, better-performing, low-profile, high-power RF amplifiers.</P>