Transformer-Based Design Techniques for Oscillators and Frequency Dividers

This book provides in-depth coverage of transformer-based design techniques that enable CMOS oscillators and frequency dividers to achieve state-of-the-art performance. Design, optimization, and measured performance of oscillators and frequency dividers for different applications are discussed in detail, focusing on not only ultra-low supply voltage but also ultra-wide frequency tuning range and locking range. This book will be an invaluable reference for anyone working or interested in CMOS radio-frequency or mm-Wave integrated circuits and systems.

Describes various transformer-based design techniques for ultra-wideband CMOS VCOs and ultra-wide-locking-range frequency dividers Provides detailed information on design, simulation, modeling, and characterization of integrated transformers in CMOS technology Includes design considerations, performance metrics and comparison for CMOS VCOs, QVCOs, and frequency dividers Presents several case studies with state-of-the-art measurement results to illustrate real applications of the transformer-based design techniques described Includes supplementary material: sn.pub/extras

Autorentext
Since September 1994, Howard Luong has joined the EEE faculty at the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology where he is a professor. Kevin Jun Yin is a Postdoc Researcher at The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology.

Inhalt
Introduction.- Transformer Design and Characterization in CMOS Process.- Design Considerations for CMOS Voltage-Controlled Oscillators (VCOs).- Design Considerations for CMOS Frequency Dividers.- Ultra-Low-Voltage VCO and QVCO Using Transformer Technique.- Magnetically-Tuned Multi-Mode CMOS VCO.- Transformer-Based Injection-Locked Frequency Divider.- Conclusion.