A CMOS LNA with Improved Multi-Path Noise-Canceling for K-Band Communications

Chenge Hu, Ziyao Wang, Chunqi Shi, Leilei Huang, Jinghong Chen, Runxi Zhang

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Abstract

This paper presents a transformer-based improved multi-path noise-canceling (IMNC) low noise amplifier (LNA) for K-band satellite communications. The design enhances the dual-path noise cancellation and significantly reduces the noise figure. The proposed LNA employs a three-coil transformer with dual-eight-shaped inductor to boost gain, and introduces a noise cancellation path for the common-gate transistor to optimizes noise performance. During the circuit design phase, a multicomponent integrated modeling (MIM) technique is applied, which accurately characterizes the EM field of the LNA and ensures high consistency between simulation and measurement results. The LNA, fabricated in a 40 nm CMOS process, consumes 28.8 mW of power and achieves a peak gain of 12.6 dB. Its 3-dB bandwidth ranges from 19.9 to 25 GHz with a minimum noise figure of 2 dB. The core area of the LNA is 0.16

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publication2025 IEEE Wireless and Microwave Technology Conference, WAMICON 2025
PublisherInstitute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Inc.
ISBN (Electronic)9798331509606
DOIs
StatePublished - 2025
Event2025 IEEE Wireless and Microwave Technology Conference, WAMICON 2025 - Cocoa Beach, United States
Duration: 14 Apr 202515 Apr 2025

Publication series

Name2025 IEEE Wireless and Microwave Technology Conference, WAMICON 2025

Conference

Conference2025 IEEE Wireless and Microwave Technology Conference, WAMICON 2025
Country/TerritoryUnited States
CityCocoa Beach
Period14/04/2515/04/25

Keywords

  • LNA
  • Multi-path noise-canceling
  • Multicomponent integrated modeling
  • Noise figure

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