Title: Analytical Optimization of single-/dual-/broadband Inductively Source-Degenerated FET LNAs Using Noise Transformation Matrix
Organizers: Prof. Chinchun Meng, Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering, National Yang Ming Chiao Tung University
Analytical noise optimization for inductively source-degenerated single-/dual-/broad- band FET low noise amplifiers (LNAs) are demonstrated through insights gained from analytical formulations derived using noise transformation matrix. The design optimization of a single-band LNA in the literature was achieved by solving the noise equation explicitly in a tedious way. It becomes formidable to solve the noise equation explicitly for LNAs of other configurations such as dual-/broad- band topologies. The tutorial shows that the noise equation of an LNA can be solved implicitly using noise transformation matrix and an insightful analytical optimization of a single-/dual-/broad- band LNA including single-/dual-band FET LNAs with the lossy input match networks is thus obtained.
Workshop #1 (Full Day)
9:00-17:00, Room 201A
Title: Space Communication in Low Earth Orbit
Organizers: Prof. Chi-Kuang Chao and Prof. Jann-Yenq Liu, Department of Space Science and Engineering, National Central University, Taoyuan, Taiwan
Since SpaceX Starlink and OneWeb began to massively deploy communication satellite constellations, the world has begun to pay attention to the possibility of using low-earth orbit satellites to perform broadband communications and have large-scale coverage. Inevitably, many countries have also started establishing their own communication satellite constellation projects, which not only have complete coverage in normal times, but also prevent the communication network from being easily damaged during wartime. This workshop mainly discusses research topics like construction and application of low-earth communication satellites. Whether it is the payload and satellite body at the satellite end, the user terminals and gateway at the ground end, or even the channel study and possible interference at the link end, it is currently under planning and construction, or existing experimental results, global or regional coverage, communication standards and communication security issues, are all welcome.
Challenges and Applications of LEO Satellite for Non-Terrestial Network Communications
Dr. Jen-Ming Wu, Hon Hai Research Institute
Design, Implementation and Verification of High-Throughput DVB-S2 Modem with ZCU111 Software-Defined Radio Platform
Dr. Yih-Min Chen, National Central University
The Evolution of LEO Satellite Communication Technology in Taiwan
Dr. Hua-Lung Tsai, Industrial Technology Research Institute
Design considerations of E2E communication system in LEO application - 3U cubesat as an example
Dr. Alex Chou, Rapidtek Technologies Inc.
A Ka-band Active Phased Array Communication Payload for LEO Satellite Communication Cubesats
Dr. Chang-Heng Wang, Tron Future Tech Inc.
Propagation Experiment using kurz-Above-band Radio in Low earth orbit (PEARL) CubeSats
Dr. Chi-Kuang Chao, National Central University
Workshop #2 (Half Day)
8:00-12:00, Room 201B
Title: Current Status and Future Challenges of GaN RF Technology - From an Industry Perspective
Organizers: Dr. Ko-Tao Lee, Qorvo Inc., and Dr. Seanchy Hsien-Chin Chiu, Wavetek Microelectronics Corp.
The rapid development of GaN technology has revolutionized the RF industry, enabling high frequency, high power, and high efficiency operations for RF systems across multiple market segments. In the telecommunications industry, GaN RF technology has been widely used to improve data rate, increase signal coverage, and reduce power consumption for 5G/6G base stations. As for the aerospace industry, GaN is used for satellite communication to ensure smooth and reliable uplink and downlink. In the defense sector, it is implemented in electronic warfare systems to detect and neutralize the attackers’ radar systems. To explore the latest development of GaN RF technology, the workshop is being organized featuring 6 technical experts from the RF semiconductor industry as the speakers. It is a great opportunity for participants to learn the current status as well as future challenges of GaN RF technology from different perspectives, including material science, device physics, technology development, and system applications.
Performance and reliability improvements of GaN RF HEMTs for sub-6 GHz and mmWave applications
Yu-Syuan Lin, WIN Semiconductors
Mitsubishi Electric's GaN device developments for 5G and beyond 5G/6G
Koji Yamanaka, Mitsubishi Electric
The state of GaN transistor technology today. Challenges and opportunities for the future
Jose Jimenez, Qorvo
The application and challenges of RF GaN HEMT on Si substrate
Seanchy Hsien-Chin Chiu, Wavetek
Development of GaN-on-Si technology for the next generations of RF systems
Bertrand Parvais, IMEC
Potential and challenges of N-polar MIS GaN HEMT for post 5G wireless network
Kozo Makiyama, Sumitomo Electric Industries
Workshop #3 (Half Day)
14:00-17:00, Room 201B
Title: Advanced Techniques and Applications for Large Signal Measurements and Characterization
Organizers: Dr. Osman Ceylan, Maury Microwave (USA), and Prof. Korkut Kaan Tokgoz, Sabanci University, Turkey
This workshop aims to provide attendees with a comprehensive understanding of the latest advancements in large signal measurements, nonlinear device modeling, modern load-pull systems, and their practical applications covering various techniques and new concepts. Participants will gain insights into the challenges associated with accurate measurements of nonlinear device behavior, explore advanced techniques, and learn how to overcome these obstacles through innovative measurement techniques from industry experts.
X-Parameters and Metrology Applications
Prof. Shuhei Amakawa, Hiroshima University, Japan
Modern Active Load-Pull Systems and Application Examples
Dr. Osman Ceylan, Maury, USA
Research Activity of Active Device by Active Load-Pull System in ITRI Dr. Chang-Sheng Chen, ITRI, Taiwan
Large Signal Measurement for 0.15 GaN HEMT MMIC Characterization
Dr. Junhyung Jeong, ETRI, South Korea
Behavioral Modeling and Model Extraction
Insup Kim, Wavice, South Korea
Workshop #4 (Half Day)
9:00-12:00, Room 201C
Title: Acoustic Wave Devices for Biomedical Applications
Organizers: Prof. Jun Kondoh, Shizuoka University, and Hiromi Yatsuda, tst biomedical electronics Co., Ltd.
RF SAW/BAW devices have been expanding for the past two decades in electronic components for telecommunications, especially for smartphone markets.
On the other hand, Healthcare/Medical markets will be booming next. They are requiring a big volume of disposable biosensors, in the hundreds of millions to billions annually. Is an acoustic wave-based biosensor one of the candidates for Healthcare/Medical applications? Our answer is “Yes”. Acoustic wave-based biosensors may have some unique advantages; electrical read-out, hand-held reader, quantitative results, no-wash requirements, quick testing time, lower detection limit, multiple detections, suitable for mass production, etc. This makes it suitable for a wide variety of healthcare/medical applications. For example, acoustic wave-based biosensors can be used for primary screening or high-precision analysis. It can also be applied to the detection of SARS-CoV-2 virus.
This workshop is aimed to discuss the possibility of acoustic wave biosensors for future Healthcare/Medical applications.
Monolithic integration of ultra-high-frequency (UHF) surface-acoustic-wave (SAW) devices for multiplexed biosensing and microfluidics [ONLINE]
Dr. Matteo Agostini, INTA Systems, Italy
In vitro diagnostic medical device using a shear horizontal surface acoustic wave biosensor
Dr. Hiromi Yatsuda, tst biomedical electronics Co., Ltd., Taiwan
Battery-free high-frequency wireless quartz crystal microbalance (QCM) sensor: Application to biomolecular measurement and infrastructure Dr. Fumihito Kato, Nippon Institute of Technology, Japan
Evaluation of shear horizontal surface acoustic wave biosensor responses using “Layer-Parameter”
Dr. Jun Kondoh, Shizuoka University, Japan
Workshop #5 (Half Day)
14:00-17:00, Room 201C
Title: Trends for RF System-in-Package (SiP) Design toward 5G and Beyond
Organizers: Prof. Hsi-Tseng Chou, National Taiwan University, Dr. Wayne SW Lu, ASE Group
This workshop is primarily organized by the ASE group (日月光集團). The motivation arises from the next generation of mobile communications. Due to the limited bandwidth in the sub-7 GHz spectrum, mm-wave and sub-THz frequency bands are gaining attention for emerging 5G and beyond communications. SiP will play critical roles in implementing these future devices, as advanced semiconductor manufacturing and package technologies are keys to addressing challenges such as small size, low cost, high volume, low power consumption, and high performance.
A comprehensive overview of the RF trends for 5G and beyond, with a specific focus on RF System-in-Package technology, will be discussed, which includes the application of RF technology in aviation and aerospace, emphasizes the significance of advanced semiconductor nodes, and explores the integration of AI and ML techniques in RF package design. Topics include, but are not limited to the electrical and mechanical design considerations, exploration of novel materials, characterization of transmission and radiation structures, effective testing and failure analysis. Since design space is often very high dimensional, i.e., as many as up to 40 variables for optimization, and trade-off of design goals has to be made, Al and ML method of optimization and other algorithms enable effective and efficient ways of design.
Analytical Noise Optimization of Single-/Dual-Band MOSLNAs in SIP with Substrate and Metal Loss Effects of Inductors
Prof. ChinChun, Meng, National Yang Ming Chiao Tung University
High-Speed Device SI/PI Analysis in System Level Design for Beyond 5G Application
Dr. Min-Chi Chang, Ansys
The Challenge of High Speed Transmission Interface and Module Package in B5G/6G Prof. Chih-Lung Hsiao, Longhua University of Science and Technology
A BT-based Sub-THz Antenna-in-Package (AiP) Design for B5G Applications
Dr. Hung-Chun Kuo, Advanced Semiconductor Engineering Inc.
OTA Mode Near Field and Biostatic Measurement Systems for RU and RIS Performance Evaluation
Prof. Chang-Fa Yang, National Taiwan University of Science and Technology
Using AI on SiP Design for Beyond 5G Applications
Harrison Chang, Advanced Semiconductor Engineering Inc.
Workshop #6 (Full Day)
9:00-17:00, Room 201D
Title: Emerging Technologies for RF SAW/BAW Devices
Organizers: Prof. Ken-ya Hashimoto, University of Electronic Science and Technology of China, China
Although many decades have been passed from commercialization of RF SAW/BAW devices, they are still evolving technologically in high speed to fulfill tough requirements imposed by customers.
What are demanded for future? Answering is easy: lower loss, higher frequency, wider bandwidth, higher power durability, more linear, smaller, lighter, and cheaper. Then another question arises. How?
This workshop is aimed at summarizing demands given from the market for realization of high-performance RF SAW/BAW devices in near future and discussing possible solutions to overcome technological barriers for their realization.
Time Average Stored Energy: Background and Application
Ben Abbott and David Feld, Skyworks Solutions Inc., USA
Advancing the Frontier of ScAlN BAW Technology
Yao Zhu, Institute of Microelectronics (IME), A*STAR
Reconfigurable Multifunctional Filters for Wireless Communication Systems Tao Yang, University of Electronic Science and Technology of China
Studies on Nonlinearities in SAW Devices in This Decade
Ryo Nakagawa, Murata Manufacturing Company Ltd.
What are key parameters of material point of view for SAW filter performance?
Osamu Kawachi*, YenFu Lin**, MingHuei Fang**, and Yoshiaki Takaoka*
*Sanan Japan Technology Corp.
**Sanan Integrated Circuit Technology Corporation Ltd.
Connect POI - Democratizing Access to High Performance RF Filter for 5G and Beyond
Xavier Seah, SOITEC Microelectronic
Low Loss and Wideband Acoustic Devices Based on Thin Film Lithium Niobate on Insulators
Ming-Huang Li, National Tsing Hua University
What are Demanded and What are Possible Solutions?
Ken-ya Hashimoto, University of Electronic Science and Technology of China
Workshop #7 (Half Day)
9:00-12:00, Room 201F
Title: System Technology Co-Optimization for High Performance RF and mmWave Front Ends
Organizers: Dr. Luis Andia, Soitec, Singapore
The need to provide secure and reliable remote access to vast amounts of data to a large number of users – people but also smart things – has prompted the emergence and fast adoption of 5G, Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5, UWB and several other wireless protocols.
Compared to legacy systems, modern user equipment (UE) - using the above listed protocols – rely on RF signals with ever increasing waveform complexity (increasing modulation order). Such signals are transmitted and received over larger bandwidths in new or refarmed frequency spectrum bands going from some MHz to potentially 100s of GHz. All of these while consuming less power and with minimum or no user equipment form factor changes.
Modern UE RF and mmWave Front Ends (RFFE) semiconductor technologies must therefore meet stringent linearity, power efficiency, monolithic and/or module dense integration and other requirements.
This workshop will provide guidelines on the use of performance and supply proven CMOS on RF-SOI to implement comprehensive RF and mmWave Front-End (RFFE) design and manufacturing methodologies. It will also provide an overview of other complementary RFFE semiconductor technologies needed to ensure system level performance.
Workshop #8 (Half Day)
14:00-17:00, Room 201F
Title: Satellite Antenna and Array: Design and Development
Organizers: Alex Lu, Rohde & Schwarz, Taiwan
AESAs (active electronically scanned phased arrays) is one of the key technologies for low-orbit satellite systems. To complete the development of this product, early electromagnetic simulation, selection of circuit board materials, filter design, and integration of active parts and circuit boards are required and testing and verification are key technologies for product design. In this workshop, industry and academia experts in related fields will be invited to share the design experience of the above-mentioned key technologies.
Maritime Satellite Antenna System Development
Kevin Hartono
Group Delay Measurement for Satellite Application
Sam Tsai and Allen Chang
Advanced CCL Materials for LEO Satellite and Microwave Applications (8*8 phase Array and Fabrication)Sam Li and Edward Chenpan
