Title :
Nonlinear Termination of Transmission Lines
Author :
Horna, Otakar A.
Author_Institution :
COMSAT Laboratories, Clarksburg, Md. 20734.
Abstract :
The technique of using nonlinear resistances to terminate interconnecting transmission lines has been designed and tested, and is recommended for use in very high-speed digital circuits. This technique can save power, simplify wiring, and eliminate the problem of ringing in branched networks. Line matching by nonlinear resistance is investigated theoretically, and the properties, possibilities, and limitations of this method are discussed. Schottky diodes are recommended for this purpose.
Keywords :
Circuit testing; Distributed parameter circuits; Equivalent circuits; Integrated circuit interconnections; Power transmission lines; Steady-state; Transmission line theory; Transmission lines; Voltage; Wiring; Branched lines; condition for matching; nonlinear resistance termination; pulse reflection; transmission lines;
Journal_Title :
Computers, IEEE Transactions on
DOI :
10.1109/TC.1972.5009080
