RF modeling issues of deep-submicron MOSFETs for circuit design

This paper provides an overview of important issues in CMOS MOSFET modeling for radio frequency (RF) applications. Beginning with a brief review of state-of-the-art of RF CMOS technology, we discuss modeling issues that need to be resolved to meet the requirements from circuit designers. Then, we present our current achievements and activities in compact MOSFET modeling for RF circuit design.

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