Amplifiers

Fast Calculation of Transimpedance Gain and Equivalent Input Noise Current Density for High-speed Optical Preamplifier Design

Analytical expressions for the relationships between the transimpedance gain and S-parameters, equivalent input noise current density and noise figure for high-speed optical transimpedance amplifier design are proposed in this article. This technique i...
Optoelectronic integrated circuits (OEIC) have attracted the interest of many researchers because of their important role in the hardware for information technology. The optical receivers have key roles in high-speed optical fiber communications, in high-speed chip-to-chip interconnections in computers, efficient networking between computers and in other diverse areas such...
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TriQuint Announces Three New Line Amplifiers

TriQuint Semiconductor Inc. has announced the availability of three new innovative, efficient TriAccess™ line amplifiers that can replace multiple devices in CATV/FTTH systems. All products are being announced in conjunction with the ANGA Cable Show for broadband and satellite manufacturers and system operators (Cologne, Germany, 3-5 May 2011). TriQuint...
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Avago Technologies Expands Amplifier Portfolio

Avago Technologies announced four low noise amplifiers (LNA) to extend the RF performance and diversity of its LNA portfolio. The new modules feature high linearity that improves an application’s ability to distinguish between desired signals and spurious signals received close together. The MGA-6x606 LNAs target WiFi and WiMAX data...
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M/A-COM Introduces New Six-bit Digital Attenuator

M/A-COM Technology Solutions Inc. introduced the MAAD-008866, a 6-bit, 0.5 dB step digital attenuator for 75 Ohm systems operating up to 1 GHz. This attenuator is designed for use when high accuracy, low power consumption (4 microAmps typical at 5 V, steady-state) and low intermodulation products are required. The...
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