Abstract
Fundamental-mode Pierce oscillators in the 250-300-MHz range have been realized utilizing a unique form of a bulk-acoustic-wave (BAW) resonator. Phase noise greater than —100 dBc/Hz (1-kHz offset) has been extrapolated from data collected on oscillators operating at — 22 and —24 dBm. Higher power levels to +6 dBm have been achieved. A linear-model design was used. The circuit topology used and resonator fabrication technique shows great promise for the creation of MMIC circuits in the 200-MHz-2-GHz range.
Original language | English (US) |
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Pages (from-to) | 1668-1673 |
Number of pages | 6 |
Journal | IEEE Transactions on Microwave Theory and Techniques |
Volume | 32 |
Issue number | 12 |
State | Published - 1984 |