An X-band hybrid MIC feedforward amplifier for low residual noise operation

Vladimir Sokolov, James N. Kruchowski, Mark E. Vickberg, Benjamin Buhrow, Steven Schuster, James Bublitz, Barry K. Gilbert, Erik S. Daniel

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Abstract

A 10 GHz, 15 dB gain feedforward amplifier (FFA) is described whose design is primarily aimed at reducing residual phase noise. The two-module hybrid MIC construction incorporates GaAs MMICs and microstrip thin-film interconnects on alumina. For loop balance electronic gain control is achieved using dual gate distributed amplifiers, while phase control is accomplished with mechanical phase shifters and delay lines. Measurements of near carrier noise are made from 1 Hz to 6.4 MHz. In the flicker region the 1 Hz intercept is -110 dBc/Hz, with an approximate corner frequency around 30 KHz at -160 dBc/Hz.

Original languageEnglish (US)
Title of host publication2005 IEEE MTT-S International Microwave Symposium Digest
Pages2039-2042
Number of pages4
DOIs
StatePublished - 2005
Event2005 IEEE MTT-S International Microwave Symposium - Long Beach, CA, United States
Duration: Jun 12 2005Jun 17 2005

Publication series

NameIEEE MTT-S International Microwave Symposium Digest
Volume2005
ISSN (Print)0149-645X

Other

Other2005 IEEE MTT-S International Microwave Symposium
Country/TerritoryUnited States
CityLong Beach, CA
Period6/12/056/17/05

Keywords

  • Feedforward amplifiers
  • Hybrid integrated circuits
  • MMIC amplifiers
  • Phase noise

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Radiation
  • Condensed Matter Physics
  • Electrical and Electronic Engineering

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