Title :
Analog avalanche diode frequency division
Author :
Dalle, C. ; Ellena, G. ; Manet, P. ; Rolland, P.A.
Author_Institution :
Centre Hyperfrequences et Semicond., Univ. des Sci. et Tech. de Lille Flandres Artois, Villeneuve d´´Aseq, France
Abstract :
The potential interest of analog, avalanche diode frequency dividers is demonstrated. Their fundamental operating principle relies on the use of an idler signal. Experiments performed on avalanche diode frequency dividers with division ratios of 2, 3, and 4 in the centimeter-wave range have pointed out the possibility of wide instantaneous bandwidth and interesting RF conversion efficiencies.<>
Keywords :
analogue circuits; frequency dividers; solid-state microwave circuits; RF conversion efficiencies; analogue circuits; avalanche diode frequency dividers; centimeter-wave range; division ratios; idler signal; instantaneous bandwidth; Boundary element methods; Dielectric substrates; Frequency conversion; Frequency measurement; Impedance; Metallization; Microstrip; Multiconductor transmission lines; Radio frequency; Semiconductor diodes;
Journal_Title :
Microwave Theory and Techniques, IEEE Transactions on
