Title :
Hyperabrupt Tuning Diode Theory and Application to AM Radio
Author :
Norris, Peter M. ; Heidenreich, Paul
Author_Institution :
Motorola Semiconductor Products Inc. Phoenix, Arizona
fDate :
7/1/1967 12:00:00 AM
Abstract :
Tuning diodes are voltage-variable capacitors (varactors) based on semiconductor junction phenomena, which can be used for electric tuning applications. This paper is intended to explain how varactors function, introduce a new varactor applicable to AM radio, and describe the characteristics of this device.
Keywords :
Capacitors; Charge carrier processes; Circuit optimization; Inductance; Parasitic capacitance; RLC circuits; Rectifiers; Semiconductor diodes; Varactors; Voltage;
Journal_Title :
Broadcast and Television Receivers, IEEE Transactions on
DOI :
10.1109/TBTR1.1967.4320075
