Modeling of electromagnetic effects in complete RF blocks

Abstract

Next-generation nano-scale RFIC designs have an unprecedented complexity and performance that will inevitably lead to costly re-spins and loss of market opportunities. In order to cope with this, the aim of the European Framework 6 CHAMELEON RF project is to develop methodologies and prototype tools for a comprehensive and highly accurate analysis of complete functional IC blocks. These blocks will operate at RF frequencies of up to 60 GHz. In order to achieve these goals, efficient and accurate models of the interconnect, integrated inductors, the substrate and devices, together with their mutual interactions, need to be developed. At SPI 2007 the results achieved in the modeling and methodology research will be presented.