Learn how to design, simulate, and optimize a high-efficiency RF Power Amplifier using Cadence AWR Microwave Office, leveraging Modelithics advanced transistor and passive models for accurate, real-world performance. The workshop emphasizes practical PA design flow: from schematic to EM layout, and from nonlinear simulation to yield analysisi
EE engineers with basic knowledge of RF and Cadence AWR familiarity (beginner or above)
Workshop Agenda
| * Creating a new project in AWR MWO |
| * Importing Modelithics library and selecting appropriate nonlinear transistor model |
| * Building a basic PA schematic (biasing, stabilization) |
| * Plotting IV curves to determine Vgs and Idq operating point |
| 🎓 Goal: Use accurate Modelithics transistor models for proper bias and operation setup. |
| * Performing S-parameter simulation |
| * Stability check (K-factor, μ), and stability enhancement methods |
| * Matching network design using Smith Chart tools |
| * Visualizing Gain, S11, S22 across bandwidth |
| 🎓Goal: Match for max gain using real-world device parasitics from Modelithics models. |
onlinear Simulations
| * Harmonic balance simulation setup |
| * Load-pull simulation using Modelithics nonlinear models |
| * Optimize matching for maximum output power and PAE |
| * Characterizing P1dB, IM3, IM5, ACPR |
| 🎓 Goal: Maximize power and efficiency using reliable nonlinear behavior. |
| * Generate layout using AWR layout editor |
| * EM extraction with AXIEM or Analyst |
| * Replace physical layout blocks with EM subcircuits |
| * Simulate combined schematic + EM blocks |
| 🎓 Goal: Account for parasitics and real layout impacts before fabrication. |
Optimization and Yield Analysis
| * Tuning component values with realistic parasitics from Modelithics passives |
| * Parameter sweeps and optimization goals (Gain, Pout, PAE) |
| * Monte Carlo yield analysis with component variation |
| 🎓 Goal: Deliver robust and manufacturable design using vendor-validated models. |
By the end of the session, attendees will be able to design high-efficiency RF power amplifiers, perform nonlinear and EM simulations, and optimize performance using Modelithics models in AWR Microwave Office.
Attendees will receive a 30-day AWR Microwave office evaluation license after completing the workshop!
Registration Information
- EDA Integrity Solutions Offices, 38 Habarzel St, Tel Aviv
- Pre Registration TBD on Dates
- 12:30 PM – 5:00 PM
Guy: 050-9161134
Revital: 054-5744779
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