Frequency Fine Tuning of Reliable SAW Transducers Using Anodization Technique,

Abstract

The anodization process used to fine tune bulk resonator and filters has been reported by different authors. In this study the use of RF oxygen plasma has proved to be very effective in the fine tuning of narrow band SAW devices and increased resistance from corrosion caused by chemical reactions. Aging characteristics are improved due to the protection of the anodized layer which is formed on an aluminum transducer when the Rf oxygen plasma combines with it and forms a layer of aluminum oxide. Experiments were conducted by controlling the operation parameters of the RF oxygen plasma, including various anodization duration, with a given oxygen gas pressure and RF power.

Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Jan 01, 1982
Accession Number
ADP001557

Entities

People

  • F. Y. Cho
  • R. Ponce De Leon
  • T. B. Chatham

Organizations

  • Motorola Mobility

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Materials and Manufacturing Processes

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Aluminum
  • Aluminum Oxides
  • Anodizing
  • Chemical Reactions
  • Corrosion
  • Elements
  • Frequency
  • Oxides
  • Oxygen
  • Power
  • Radio Frequency Power
  • Resistance
  • Resonators
  • Saws
  • Transducers

Readers

  • Microwave Engineering.
  • Plasma Physics.
  • Surface Coatings Technology.