A novel low-power input-independent MOS AC/DC charge pump

The paper presents a novel fully integrated MOS AC to DC charge pump with low power dissipation and stable output for RFID applications. To improve the input sensitivity, we replaced the Schottky-diodes in conventional charge pumps with MOS diodes with zero threshold, which have fewer process defects and are thus more compatible with other circuits. The charge pump in a RFID transponder is implemented in a 0.35 /spl mu/m CMOS technology with 0.24 mm/sup 2/ size. The analytical model of the charge pump and the simulation results are presented.