Towards Integrated Transceivers in mm-WaveApplications

In this paper, we discuss the trend towards higher frequencies in many consumer RF applications. This trend is, on the one hand, a consequence of an apparently endless demand for increased data rates and, on the other hand, being enabled by ongoing developments in IC technology and circuit design. After outlining some of the application trends that are defining the need for integrated transceivers operating in the mm-Wave region, the resulting technology and circuit challenges will be examined.