Advanced modeling of distortion effects in bipolar transistors using the Mextram model

The modeling of distortion effects in bipolar transistors due to the onset of quasi-saturation is considered. Computational results obtained using the Mextram and Gummel-Poon models as implemented in a harmonic balance simulator are compared with measured results.

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