Start-Up and Frequency Stability in High-Frequency Oscillators. (Reannouncementwith New Availability Information)

摘要

Start-up criteria in harmonic oscillators are explored. Conventional criteria forstart-up prediction are shown to be necessary but not always sufficient for high-frequency oscillators, due to the effects of parasitic elements. Design methods are derived to allow design of reliable oscillators with a well-defined frequency of oscillation. The theory is confirmed with the design, fabrication, and characterization of a 2-GHz monolithic LC oscillator.