Abstract
The DC, AC, and noise properties as well as the applications of a variable-gain common-source MESFET amplifier circuit using an active load transistor are discussed. The structure can be used as a versatile building block in analog GaAs integrated circuits. Two applications of the basic circuit are presented. The first is a wideband low-noise amplifier with low power consumption; the second is a phase splitter consisting of two basic amplifier structures in differential configuration. It is concluded that amplifiers using enhancement-type MESFETs result in a better noise figure and lower power consumption than those with depletion-type devices.
Original language | English |
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Title of host publication | Mediterranean Electrotechnical Conference (MELECON'89) |
Place of Publication | Lissabon |
Publisher | IEEE Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers |
Pages | 328-331 |
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Publication status | Published - 1989 |
MoE publication type | A4 Article in a conference publication |
Event | MELECON '89 Mediterranean Electrochemical Conference - Lissabon, Portugal Duration: 11 Apr 1989 → 13 Apr 1989 |
Conference
Conference | MELECON '89 Mediterranean Electrochemical Conference |
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Country/Territory | Portugal |
City | Lissabon |
Period | 11/04/89 → 13/04/89 |