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A Novel Balanced MMIC Frequency Multiplier Configuration

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A characterisation method, suitable for the study of balanced MMIC frequency multiplier circuits is presented. Using this approach, a number of frequency doubler and tripler configurations are considered. The influence of the non-ideal amplitude/phase balance characteristics of some planar hybrids on the harmonic rejection properties of these circuits is discussed. Optimum circuit configurations for doubler and tripler applications are proposed. Design details for a novel generalised configuration, which can be utilised for the balancing of single-ended multiplier circuits of any order, are outlined. The harmonic generation characteristics inherent in this approach are discussed.

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  1. Farran Technology Ltd, Ballincollig, County Cork, Ireland

    Eoin O'Ciardha

  2. National Microelectronics Research Centre, Lee Maltings, Cork City, Ireland

    Sverre Lidholm

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O'Ciardha, E., Lidholm, S. A Novel Balanced MMIC Frequency Multiplier Configuration. International Journal of Infrared and Millimeter Waves 21, 1049–1060 (2000). https://doi.org/10.1023/A:1026444320757

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