DocumentCode
420483
Title
A Ka/IF down-converter for space application with embedded microwave passives and DC networks
Author
Monfraix, P. ; Brebels, S. ; De Raedt, W. ; Drevon, C. ; George, S. ; Cayrou, J.C. ; Cazaux, J.L.
Author_Institution
Alcatel Space, France
Volume
2
fYear
2004
fDate
6-11 June 2004
Firstpage
1201
Abstract
This paper presents the electrical design and measurements of a Ka/IF down-converter module for multimedia space application. Using the partitioning approach and MCM-D technology, a collective process, both microwave and DC passives were embedded on the substrate. A size reduction by a factor 2 of the module is finally obtained in comparison with current qualified technologies with no degradation of the electrical characteristics.
Keywords
band-pass filters; convertors; integrated circuit design; microwave circuits; multichip modules; passive networks; Ka-IF down converter module; MCM deposited technology; electrical design; electrical properties; embedded DC network; embedded microwave passive network; glass substrate; multimedia space application; partitioning approach; Application specific integrated circuits; Assembly; Degradation; Electric variables; Frequency; Integrated circuit technology; MMICs; Payloads; Satellites; Space technology;
fLanguage
English
Publisher
ieee
Conference_Titel
Microwave Symposium Digest, 2004 IEEE MTT-S International
ISSN
0149-645X
Print_ISBN
0-7803-8331-1
Type
conf
DOI
10.1109/MWSYM.2004.1339203
Filename
1339203
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