Scattering Parameter Models.

Abstract

The technique of modeling semiconductor microwave devices using scattering parameter (or 's' parameter) and other supplemental measurements is presented. Nonlinear time-domain models that are computationally efficient and compatible with circuit analysis codes such as SCEPTRE have been developed for six types of microwave devices, demonstrating the usefulness and practicality of the 's' parameter modeling techniques and approach. Two different model accuracy verification techniques were developed for the diodes and transistors, respectively. Ionizing and neutron irradiation and post-radiation characterization tests were performed on the modeled devices. The radiation effects on these devices were incorporated into their time-domain models where significant.

Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Feb 01, 1976
Accession Number
ADA028725

Entities

People

  • G. E. Ching
  • J. Il Lubell
  • S. K. Wong

Organizations

  • TRW Inc.

Tags

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Accuracy
  • Circuit Analysis
  • Circuits
  • Compound Semiconductors
  • Electronics
  • Measurement
  • Microwaves
  • Neutron Bombardment
  • Radiation
  • Radiation Effects
  • Scattering
  • Semiconductors
  • Solid State Electronics
  • Time Domain
  • Transistors

Fields of Study

  • Physics

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Technology Areas

  • Microelectronics