Broad-band monolithic microwave active inductor and its application to miniaturized wide-band amplifiers

A broadband monolithic microwave active inductor and its characteristics are discussed. The inductor consists of a cascode FET with a feedback resistor, and operates in a much higher frequency range than a spiral inductor. The size is independent of the inductance value. Miniaturized wideband amplifiers in two frequency bands are realized utilizing these active inductors.<
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