Abstract
This letter focuses on the characterization of differential transmission lines (T-lines) typically used in millimeter-wave integrated circuits. Common- and differential-mode propagation constants were calculated and validated in two experimental steps. A four-port scattering parameter (S-parameter) measurement followed by a multi-line calibration was performed. In addition, several two-port S-parameter measurements were conducted using a set of three marchand baluns. Comparison of the values extracted from simulations and two experiments shows very good agreement over a broad frequency range from 65 to 170 GHz.
| Original language | English |
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| Article number | 6172614 |
| Pages (from-to) | 188 - 190 |
| Number of pages | 3 |
| Journal | IEEE Microwave and Wireless Components Letters |
| Volume | 22 |
| Issue number | 4 |
| DOIs | |
| Publication status | Published - Apr 2012 |
Fields of science
- 202019 High frequency engineering
- 202029 Microwave engineering
- 202033 Radar technology
JKU Focus areas
- Mechatronics and Information Processing