Design of a triple-band power amplifier using a genetic algorithm and the continuous mode method

Eyad Arabi; Paolo Enrico De Falco; James Birchall; Kevin Morris; Mark Beach

doi:10.1109/PAWR.2017.7875570

Design of a triple-band power amplifier using a genetic algorithm and the continuous mode method

Eyad Arabi, Paolo Enrico De Falco, James Birchall, Kevin Morris, Mark Beach

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Abstract

Dual band power amplifiers use either large and lossy matching networks, or switches, which do not allow concurrent operation. In this work, a concurrent, triple-band power amplifier with a simple matching network is presented. The theory of continuous modes of operation has been used in the optimization of the input and output matching networks using a genetic algorithm. As proof of concept, a design at 0.8, 1.8, and 2.4 GHz has been fabricated and characterized in the laboratory. A maximum power added efficiency and output power of 70% and 41 dBm have been achieved using our novel design. The design described in this paper is based on a solid theoretical analysis demonstrates a simplified biasing network. Such design is highly suitable for next generation wireless systems with aggregated carriers.

Original language	English
Title of host publication	2017 IEEE Topical Conference on RF/Microwave Power Amplifiers for Radio and Wireless Applications (PAWR 2017)
Subtitle of host publication	Proceedings of a meeting held 15-18 January 2017, Phoenix, Arizona, USA
Publisher	Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE)
Pages	48-51
Number of pages	4
ISBN (Electronic)	9781509034581
ISBN (Print)	9781509034598
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1109/PAWR.2017.7875570
Publication status	Published - May 2017
Event	11th IEEE Radio and Wireless Week (RWW) - Hyatt Regency, Phoenix, Arizona, United States Duration: 15 Jan 2017 → 18 Jan 2017 Conference number: 11 http://www.radiowirelessweek.org

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Name	Proceedings of the Topical Conference on RF/Microwave Power Amplifiers for Radio and Wireless Applications (PAWR)
Publisher	Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers (IEEE)
ISSN (Print)	2473-4640

Conference

Conference	11th IEEE Radio and Wireless Week (RWW)
Abbreviated title	RWW
Country/Territory	United States
City	Phoenix, Arizona
Period	15/01/17 → 18/01/17
Internet address	http://www.radiowirelessweek.org

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Power amplifier
Multi-band
Triple-band
Genetic Algorithm
Continuous mode

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An Optimization-Based Design Technique for Multi-Band Power Amplifiers
Arabi, E., Bagot, P., Ben Smida, S., Morris, K. & Beach, M., 27 Nov 2017, In: Progress in Electromagnetic Research C. 80, 12 p., 17090601.
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Arabi, E., De Falco, P. E., Birchall, J., Morris, K., & Beach, M. (2017). Design of a triple-band power amplifier using a genetic algorithm and the continuous mode method. In 2017 IEEE Topical Conference on RF/Microwave Power Amplifiers for Radio and Wireless Applications (PAWR 2017): Proceedings of a meeting held 15-18 January 2017, Phoenix, Arizona, USA (pp. 48-51). (Proceedings of the Topical Conference on RF/Microwave Power Amplifiers for Radio and Wireless Applications (PAWR)). Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE). https://doi.org/10.1109/PAWR.2017.7875570

Arabi, Eyad ; De Falco, Paolo Enrico ; Birchall, James et al. / Design of a triple-band power amplifier using a genetic algorithm and the continuous mode method. 2017 IEEE Topical Conference on RF/Microwave Power Amplifiers for Radio and Wireless Applications (PAWR 2017): Proceedings of a meeting held 15-18 January 2017, Phoenix, Arizona, USA. Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE), 2017. pp. 48-51 (Proceedings of the Topical Conference on RF/Microwave Power Amplifiers for Radio and Wireless Applications (PAWR)).

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Arabi, E, De Falco, PE, Birchall, J, Morris, K & Beach, M 2017, Design of a triple-band power amplifier using a genetic algorithm and the continuous mode method. in 2017 IEEE Topical Conference on RF/Microwave Power Amplifiers for Radio and Wireless Applications (PAWR 2017): Proceedings of a meeting held 15-18 January 2017, Phoenix, Arizona, USA. Proceedings of the Topical Conference on RF/Microwave Power Amplifiers for Radio and Wireless Applications (PAWR), Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE), pp. 48-51, 11th IEEE Radio and Wireless Week (RWW), Phoenix, Arizona, United States, 15/01/17. https://doi.org/10.1109/PAWR.2017.7875570

Design of a triple-band power amplifier using a genetic algorithm and the continuous mode method. / Arabi, Eyad; De Falco, Paolo Enrico; Birchall, James et al.
2017 IEEE Topical Conference on RF/Microwave Power Amplifiers for Radio and Wireless Applications (PAWR 2017): Proceedings of a meeting held 15-18 January 2017, Phoenix, Arizona, USA. Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE), 2017. p. 48-51 (Proceedings of the Topical Conference on RF/Microwave Power Amplifiers for Radio and Wireless Applications (PAWR)).

Research output: Chapter in Book/Report/Conference proceeding › Conference Contribution (Conference Proceeding)

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Arabi E, De Falco PE, Birchall J, Morris K, Beach M. Design of a triple-band power amplifier using a genetic algorithm and the continuous mode method. In 2017 IEEE Topical Conference on RF/Microwave Power Amplifiers for Radio and Wireless Applications (PAWR 2017): Proceedings of a meeting held 15-18 January 2017, Phoenix, Arizona, USA. Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE). 2017. p. 48-51. (Proceedings of the Topical Conference on RF/Microwave Power Amplifiers for Radio and Wireless Applications (PAWR)). Epub 2017 Mar 13. doi: 10.1109/PAWR.2017.7875570

Design of a triple-band power amplifier using a genetic algorithm and the continuous mode method

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