SiGe technology and circuits for automotive radar applications

Recent advancements in SiGe device development enable the realization of 77 GHz automotive radar systems using relatively low-cost silicon technology. This paper will discuss technology requirements for the radar design and also present examples of receiver and transmitter circuit implementations.

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Main Authors: Pacheco, Sergio, Reuter, Ralf, Trotta, Saverio, Salle, Didier, John, Jay
Format: Conference Proceeding
Language:English
Subjects:
Automotive engineering
Frequency control
Frequency measurement
Heterojunction bipolar transistors
Radar
Receivers
Silicon germanium
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Summary:Recent advancements in SiGe device development enable the realization of 77 GHz automotive radar systems using relatively low-cost silicon technology. This paper will discuss technology requirements for the radar design and also present examples of receiver and transmitter circuit implementations.
DOI:10.1109/SIRF.2011.5719345