Compact Model Validation Strategies Based on Dedicated and Benchmark Circuit Blocks for the mm-Wave Frequency Range

This paper presents a methodology for compact model evaluation and validation at circuit level for RF and mm-wave applications. Accurate compact models are a prerequisite for efficient circuit design but currently modeling engineers lack of suitable verification procedures. In this work we detail a...

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Main Authors: Ardouin, B., Schroter, M., Zimmer, T., Aufinger, K., Pfeiffer, U., Raya, C., Mukherjee, A., Malz, S., Fregonese, S., D'Esposito, R., De Matos, M.
Format: Conference Proceeding
Language:English
Subjects:
Current density
Frequency measurement
Integrated circuit modeling
Semiconductor process modeling
Transistors
Transmission line measurements
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Summary:This paper presents a methodology for compact model evaluation and validation at circuit level for RF and mm-wave applications. Accurate compact models are a prerequisite for efficient circuit design but currently modeling engineers lack of suitable verification procedures. In this work we detail a methodology to fulfill these requirements together with circuit examples, starting from the simplest differential pair to the most advanced four stage differential LNA working at 220GHz. It is shown that a complete hierarchy of validation circuits (from the simplest circuit to the most complex) provides a new perspective with respect to the crucial task of model qualification but also directions for future compact model developments.
ISSN:1550-8781
2374-8443
DOI:10.1109/CSICS.2015.7314492