Title :
2/spl times/2 RF MEMS switch matrix
Author :
McErlean, E.P. ; Hong, J.-S. ; Tan, S.G. ; Wang, L. ; Cui, Z. ; Greed, R.B. ; Voyce, D.C.
Author_Institution :
Dept. of Electr., Heriot-Watt Univ., Edinburgh, UK
Abstract :
The authors report on the recent development of a 2/spl times/2 RF MEMS switch matrix for high power applications. The RF design and modelling of the switch matrix using full-wave electromagnetic (EM) simulations are described. The method of fabrication and experimental set-up are presented. Results for the recorded RF performance for on and off states are presented. Power handling characteristics of the switch are also examined. Some challenging issues for the development of this type of device are addressed.
Keywords :
microswitches; microwave switches; 2/spl times/2 RF MEMS switch matrix; EM simulation; full-wave electromagnetic simulation; high power application; power handling characteristics;
Journal_Title :
Microwaves, Antennas and Propagation, IEE Proceedings
DOI :
10.1049/ip-map:20050104
