Wideband Time-domain Millimeter-wave Device and Channel Characterization Testbed
Abstract
SOWFunds are provided to procure test equipment for time domain characterization of millimeter-wave electronic components in support of Electronic device research.This DURIP will purchase modular instrumentation to extend the operating frequency of a wideband, time-domain, multi-harmonic millimeter-wave measurement system to enable fundamental (up to 110 GHz) and harmonic characterization (up to 330 GHz) of devices and circuits, and communications channel/antenna characterization of free-space signal transmission.ObjectiveDevelop a 110 GHz, multiharmonic time domain millimeter-wave measurement system to characterize non-linear properties of components for RF systems.ApproachA time domain millimeter wave measurement (limited to 44 GHz) system will be upgraded with new components to achieve operation at fundamental frequencies up to 110 GHz and harmonic frequencies (up to 330 GHz). This capability will be realized through the purchase and installation of extended frequency Arbitrary waveform generator, transmit (Tx) up-converters and amplifiers, receive (Rx) down-converters, wafer probes, Tx/Rx antennas, and orthomode transducers.ONR Relevance / MerritMillimeter-wave technology is a key area for future Navy surveillance, communications, and electronic warfare systems. This DURIP will enable advanced characterization capability for devices, components, and antennas in order to advance the state of the art for future Navy millimeter-wave systems.
Document Details
- Document Type
- DoD Grant Award
- Publication Date
- Aug 12, 2016
- Source ID
- N000141612642
Entities
People
- Jonathan D Chisum
Organizations
- Office of Naval Research
- United States Navy
- University of Notre Dame