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Transmission Line Transformers for Broadband K/Ka Power Amplifiers in Bulk CMOS

Braganza, 2025

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Braganza R
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Abstract The K (18-27GHz) and Ka (27-40GHz) have recently been used for a variety of new applications. The success of Space X has made the space industry a viable commercial (in addition to its traditional military usage) enterprise, finding applications in cellular and …
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