radioelectronicsИзвестия высших учебных заведений России. РадиоэлектроникаJournal of the Russian Universities. Radioelectronics1993-89852658-4794Saint Petersburg Electrotechnical University10.32603/1993-8985-2022-25-5-56-66radioelectronics-677Research ArticleРАДИОЛОКАЦИЯ И РАДИОНАВИГАЦИЯRADAR AND NAVIGATIONResearch and Design of an X-Band UHF Power AmplifierResearch and Design of an X-Band UHF Power AmplifierXuan LuongNguyenXuan LuongNguyen

Xuan Luong Nguyen, Master Degree (2013) in radio navigation systems

334, Nguyen Trai, Hanoi

Xuan Luong Nguyen, Master Degree (2013) in radio navigation systems at Le Quy Don Technical University, Vietnam. Systems Engineer at the Research Institute of Radio Navigation Systems. PhD student in at the Department of Radio Physics

334, Nguyen Trai, Hanoi

xuanluongfpga@gmail.comDangThi Thanh ThuyDangThanh Thuy Thi

Dang Thi Thanh Thuy, PhD (2012), lecturer at the Department of Radio Physics, Associate Professor (2018)

334, Nguyen Trai, Hanoi

Dang Thi Thanh Thuy, PhD (2012), lecturer at the Department of Radio Physics, VNU University of Science. Associate Professor (2018)

334, Nguyen Trai, Hanoi

dangthithanhthuy@vnu.edu.vnPhung BaoNguyenPhung BaoNguyen

Phung Bao Nguyen, PhD (1996), Visiting Lecturer of the Institute of System Integration/TU Le Quy Don; Former Director of the Institute of System Integration/TU Le Quy Don; Former Deputy of Director of the IMC/VUSTA/Ministry of Science & Technology/SRV

236, Hoang Quoc Viet, Hanoi

Phung Bao Nguyen, PhD (1996), Visiting Lecturer of the Institute of System Integration/TU Le Quy Don; Former Director of the Institute of System Integration/TU Le Quy Don; Former Deputy of Director of the IMC/VUSTA/Ministry of Science & Technology/SRV

236, Hoang Quoc Viet, Hanoi

nguyenphungbao@lqdtu.edu.vnVan BacNguyenVan BacNguyen

Van Bac Nguyen, Master Degree (2013) in Radar Engineering of Military Academy of Field Anti-Aircraft Defense named after Marshal of Soviet Union A. M. Vasilevsky, Russian Federation. Lecturer of the Department of Electronic Technologies of Institute of System Integration/TU Le Quy Don

236, Hoang Quoc Viet, Hanoi

Van Bac Nguyen, Master Degree (2013) in Radar Engineering of Military Academy of Field Anti-Aircraft Defense named after Marshal of Soviet Union A. M. Vasilevsky, Russian Federation. Lecturer of the Department of Electronic Technologies of Institute of System Integration/TU Le Quy Don

236, Hoang Quoc Viet, Hanoi

nvback42@gmail.comVNU University of ScienceВьетнамVNU University of ScienceViet NamLe Quy Don Technical UniversityВьетнамLe Quy Don Technical UniversityViet Nam2022281120222555666Copyright © Xuan Luong N., Dang T., Phung Bao N., Van Bac N., 20222022Xuan Luong N., Dang T., Phung Bao N., Van Bac N.Xuan Luong N., Dang T., Phung Bao N., Van Bac N.Данная работа распространяется под лицензией Creative Commons Attribution 4.0.This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 License.https://re.eltech.ru/jour/article/view/677Introduction

Introduction. A method for designing power amplifiers for use in the transmitting channels of X-band transceiver modules is investigated. The design process was aimed at optimizing the relationship between the basic amplifier characteristics, including the operating frequency band, output power level, output linearity, high harmonics suppression, etc.  

Aim

Aim. Investigation of a method for designing an X-band UHF power amplifier, which is capable of optimizing the relationship between its main characteristics.  

Materials and methods

Materials and methods. Theoretical calculations were combined with experimental studies into the design of a UHF power amplifier. The stages of the design process are described in detail, including major ideas, principal circuits, and strip circuits. Evaluations were conducted using the Keysight ADS high frequency circuit simulation tool.  

Results

Results. A method for designing X-band UHF power amplifiers on the basis of a close combination of theory, simulation, and experimental adjustment was described in detail.  

Conclusion

Conclusion. A prototype of an X-band PA was developed; an approach to developing a methodology for manufacturing, measuring, and testing X-band PAs is described.

Introduction

Introduction. A method for designing power amplifiers for use in the transmitting channels of X-band transceiver modules is investigated. The design process was aimed at optimizing the relationship between the basic amplifier characteristics, including the operating frequency band, output power level, output linearity, high harmonics suppression, etc.  

Aim

Aim. Investigation of a method for designing an X-band UHF power amplifier, which is capable of optimizing the relationship between its main characteristics.  

Materials and methods

Materials and methods. Theoretical calculations were combined with experimental studies into the design of a UHF power amplifier. The stages of the design process are described in detail, including major ideas, principal circuits, and strip circuits. Evaluations were conducted using the Keysight ADS high frequency circuit simulation tool.  

Results

Results. A method for designing X-band UHF power amplifiers on the basis of a close combination of theory, simulation, and experimental adjustment was described in detail.  

Conclusion

Conclusion. A prototype of an X-band PA was developed; an approach to developing a methodology for manufacturing, measuring, and testing X-band PAs is described.

ultra-high-frequency power amplifier (UHF PA)power amplifier element (PA element)power added efficiency (PAE)ultra-high-frequency power amplifier (UHF PA)power amplifier element (PA element)power added efficiency (PAE)The paper is part of the scientific and technological project "Research and design of multifunctional radio navigation systems X-band" chaired by the Research Institute of Radio Positioning Systems SRV.The paper is part of the scientific and technological project "Research and design of multifunctional radio navigation systems X-band" chaired by the Research Institute of Radio Positioning Systems SRV.ReferencesWulf-Dieter Wirth. Radar Techniques Using Array Antennas. 2nd Ed.. London, The Institution of Engineering and Technology, 2013, 460 p.Wulf-Dieter Wirth. Radar Techniques Using Array Antennas. 2nd Ed.. London, The Institution of Engineering and Technology, 2013, 460 p.Cripps S. C. RF Power Amplifiers for Wireless Communications. 2nd Ed. 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