Class-E PA Prototype Using An Embedding Model: Invited Paper

Abstract

This paper reviews the accelerated design of power amplifiers (PA) using a nonlinear embedding device model. Examples of practical application to the design Class F, continuous Class-J and Chireix PAs are presented together with the use of a graphic interface (GUI) for the automatic design of dual-input Doherty PAs. Preliminary simulation results on the application of nonlinear embedding to the design of PAs operating in class E at the current-source reference planes are also reported. A modified embedding device model is used for this purpose.