International Microwave Symposium 2020

In this workshop, we will walk power amplifier designers through the process of using MWO Large Signal Models for discrete transistors from Wolfspeed. Designs presented include a 200W single-ended GaN avionics power amplifier and a 25W C-Band GaN Satcom power amplifier. The designer will show how to accurately simulate the designs using self-heating features, via-farms, and full EM simulation. The native features and functions of the Wolfspeed MWO will also be covered in detail.

In this workshop, an overview of the Wolfspeed foundry Process Design Kit and nonlinear device model will be presented. A detailed discussion of usage guidelines and design boundaries will be covered along with key aspects of designing MMICs using the kit. In this two-hour session, you will learn how to best utilize the functions and features in the MWO PDK, including proper ways of handling various situations for thermal, stability, and design rules. Furthermore, the audience will gain insight into the use of these features for key performance analysis.