Nonlinear RF circuits and nonlinear vector network analyzers : interactive measurement and design techniques

Topics covered include: • novel large-signal measurement techniques that have become available with the introduction of nonlinear vector network analyzers (NVNAs), such as the LSNA, PNA-X, and SWAP • direct extraction of device models from large-signal RF dynamic loadlines • characterization of memory effects (self-heating, traps) with pulsed RF measurements • interactive design of power-efficient amplifiers (PAs) and oscillators using ultra-fast multi-harmonic active load-pull • Volterra and poly-harmonic distortion (X-parameters) behavioral modeling • oscillator phase noise theory • balancing, modeling, and poly-harmonic linearization of broadband RFIC modulators • development of a frequency-selective predistorter to linearize PAs