High linearity smart HBT power amplifiers for CDMA/WCDMA application
US7026876B1 · kind B1 · utility
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| Filing date | Feb 18, 2004 |
| Grant date | Apr 11, 2006 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 22, 2024 |
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- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH03F2200/75
- WIPO fieldBasic communication processes
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
A power amplifier includes larger size transistors to provide higher power gain at lower frequencies. Transistors of transistor unit cells include a horseshoe-shaped emitter and a strip-shaped base to increase gain. Transistors are combined at a first level to form transistor arrays, which are combined with bonding wires at a second level to an output micro strip transmission line. A Vbe referenced bias circuit may include a smart function to lower quiescent current.
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