Emerging Technical Areas

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Shreyas Sen
Purdue Univ.
Edward Niehenke
Niehenke Consulting
Location
208
Abstract

This session covers innovations in high-speed wired and wireless links. The first paper presents 3-level ASK modulator for a 15Gb/s wired link. The final 3 papers present wireless communication from an efficient V-bank transmitter to receiver-assisted transmitter linearization and a joint communication and sensing platform.

Abstract
Tu1B-1: Double HOOK: A 140 GHz 15 Gb/s Reconfigurable 3-Level ASK Modulator with Constant Input Impedance for High-Speed Connectivity
Haoling Li, Kyle Richard, Duschia Bodet, Najme Ebrahimi
Northeastern University, Keysight Technologies, Northeastern University, Northeastern University
(08:00 - 08:20)
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Tu1B-2: A V-Band OOK Transmitter with 14.5Gbps Data Rate and 11.1% DC-to-RF Efficiency in 65nm CMOS
Yi Wu, Junhong Liu, Guangyin Feng, Zhe Yang, Rongbin Liu, Shaoxian Li, Chuang Hu, Xiuyin Zhang
SCUT, SCUT, SCUT, SCUT, SCUT, SCUT, CAS, SCUT
(08:20 - 08:40)
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Tu1B-3: A Receiver-Assisted Joint Linearization Scheme for U6G Uplink Coverage Enhancement
Qirui Ma, Yuyang Xiong, Mengyao Zhang, Xiaozheng Wei, Ying Liu
UESTC, UESTC, UESTC, UESTC, UESTC
(08:40 - 09:00)
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Tu1B-4: Hardware-Software Platform Enabling Joint Communication and Radar Sensing at 25GHz with 1GHz Bandwidth
Sandra George, Padmanava Sen, Mehrab Ramzan, Muhammad Umar, Yash Richhariya, Jan Adler, Corrado Carta
Barkhausen Institut, Barkhausen Institut, Barkhausen Institut, Barkhausen Institut, Barkhausen Institut, Barkhausen Institut, IHP
(09:00 - 09:20)
Joseph C. Bardin
Google
Abbas Omar
OvG Universität Magdeburg
Location
215
Abstract

This session covers advances in microwave technologies related to quantum computing. The session begins with two papers relevant to quantum computing readout. First a cryo-CMOS single-sideband upconverter is presented for qubit readout waveform generation and then the systematic design of parametric amplifiers using electromagnetic- and schematic-level simulations is described. Next, a wideband cryogenic VCO for use in qubit control/measurement systems is presented. This is followed by a description of research in cryogenic RF-over-fiber links. Finally, the session concludes with the presentation of a high-coherence architecture for packaging superconducting quantum processors.

Abstract
Tu1E-1: A Cryogenic Front-End Module Applied to Readout Two-Qubits with FDM Technology in Superconducting Quantum Computing System
Che-Hao Li, Chien-Nan Kuo, Chang-Sheng Chen, Shyh-Shyuan Sheu, Chii-Dong Chen, Po-Yuan Hsu, Li-Chieh Hsiao, Li-Wei Chang
ITRI, NYCU, ITRI, ITRI, Academia Sinica, ITRI, Academia Sinica, Academia Sinica
(08:00 - 08:20)
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Tu1E-2: Modeling Josephson Traveling-Wave Parametric Amplifiers with Electromagnetic and Circuit Co-Simulation
Likai Yang, Jennifer Wang, Mohamed Awida Hassan, Philip Krantz, Kevin P. O’Brien
Keysight Technologies, MIT, Keysight Technologies, Keysight Technologies, MIT
(08:20 - 08:40)
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Tu1E-3: A Cryogenic Push-Pull Class-C Dual-Mode VCO with 72%-Tuning Range for Quantum Applications
Teng-Shen Yang, Yi-Chieh Chou, Liang-Hung Lu
National Taiwan Univ., National Taiwan Univ., National Taiwan Univ.
(08:40 - 09:00)
Abstract
Tu1E-4: A Photonic Link at 4.7K with >1GHz Bandwidth Towards an Optical Quantum Computing Interface
Santosh Mutum, Patrick Vliex, Jonas Bühler, Dennis Nielinger, Mario Schlösser, Stefan van Waasen
Forschungszentrum Jülich, Forschungszentrum Jülich, Forschungszentrum Jülich, Forschungszentrum Jülich, Forschungszentrum Jülich, Forschungszentrum Jülich
(09:00 - 09:20)
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Tu1E-5: A Demonstration of Multi-Floating Superconducting Qubits on a 3D Flip-Chip Platform with TLS Loss Mitigation via Apertures
Zhen Luo, Thomas Mayer, Daniela Zahn, Carla Moran Guizan, Johannes Weber, Simon Lang, Hannes Bender, Luis Schwarzenbach, Lars Nebrich, Rui Pereira, Amelie Hagelauer
Technische Univ. München, Fraunhofer EMFT, Fraunhofer EMFT, Fraunhofer EMFT, Fraunhofer EMFT, Fraunhofer EMFT, Fraunhofer EMFT, Fraunhofer EMFT, Fraunhofer EMFT, Fraunhofer EMFT, Technische Univ. München
(09:20 - 09:40)

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Dieff Vital
Univ. of Chicago
Rashaunda Henderson
Univ. of Texas at Dallas
Location
208
Abstract

This session focuses on MHz-to-THz technology for human body communication and other sensing applications. The keynote discusses field interactions in the human body and the second paper demonstrates the human body power transfer. A novel technique to improve underwater communication is presented in the fourth paper and the session concludes using a W-band FMCW radar for smart smoke detection.

Abstract
Tu2B-1: KEYNOTE: Interaction of EM-Fields with Human Body for Efficient Communication: Body as a Wire and Body as a Transmission-Line
Shreyas Sen
Ixana
(10:10 - 10:30)
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Tu2B-2: 60 Mbps Time-Domain Video Transfer Using Body Communication
Gourab Barik, Samyadip Sarkar, Shreyas Sen
Purdue Univ., Purdue Univ., Purdue Univ.
(10:30 - 10:50)
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Tu2B-3: Body-Resonance Human Body Powering
Samyadip Sarkar, Lingke Ding, Shreyas Sen
Purdue Univ., Purdue Univ., Purdue Univ.
(10:50 - 11:10)
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Tu2B-4: Enhanced Channel Capacity Underwater Multi-Diver Communication with Dual-Resonant Magnetoquasistatic Coupling
Sukriti Shaw, David Yang, Gourab Barik, Shreyas Sen
Purdue Univ., Purdue Univ., Purdue Univ., Purdue Univ.
(11:10 - 11:30)
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Tu2B-5: Intelligent Smoke Detection: State Recognition and Monitoring of Heating Processes Using FMCW Radar and Data-Driven Algorithms
Francesca Schenkel, Robin Schmitz, Christoph Baer, Jan Barowski, Ilona Rolfes, Christian Schulz
Ruhr-Universität Bochum, Ruhr-Universität Bochum, Ruhr-Universität Bochum, Ruhr-Universität Bochum, Ruhr-Universität Bochum, Ruhr-Universität Bochum
(11:30 - 11:50)
Arnaldo S.R. Oliveira
Universidade de Aveiro
Sensen Li
Univ. of Texas at Austin
Location
215
Abstract

This session showcases advances in the intersection between AI and RF systems. Highlights include AI-enabled device-level modeling and characterization, power amplifier digital predistortion, and system-level transceiver optimization.

Abstract
Tu2E-1: An Embedded-Structured Convolutional Neural Network for Efficient RF Device Behavior Model Extraction
Jiahao Wang, Jiangtao Su, Haode Li, Tangyu Fu, Yuxiu Tong, Kuiwen Xu, Wenjun Li
Hangzhou Dianzi University, Hangzhou Dianzi University, Hangzhou Dianzi University, Hangzhou Dianzi University, Hangzhou Dianzi University, Hangzhou Dianzi University, Hangzhou Dianzi University
(10:10 - 10:30)
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Tu2E-2: DeltaDPD: Exploiting Dynamic Temporal Sparsity in Recurrent Neural Networks for Energy-Efficient Wideband Digital Predistortion
Yizhuo Wu, Yi Zhu, Kun Qian, Qinyu Chen, Anding Zhu, Radjindrepersad Gajadharsing, Leo de Vreede, Chang Gao
Technische Universiteit Delft, Ampleon, Technische Universiteit Delft, Universiteit Leiden, Univ. College Dublin, Ampleon, Technische Universiteit Delft, Technische Universiteit Delft
(10:30 - 10:50)
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Tu2E-3: Enhancing Digital Predistortion Performance Under Load Mismatch Using a VSWR Generative Neural Network Simulator
Erez Loebl, Nimrod Ginzberg, Emanuel Cohen
Technion, Tel Aviv University, Technion
(10:50 - 11:10)
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Tu2E-4: Recurrent Neural Network Modeling of Radio Frequency Amplifiers for System-Level Simulation and Design
Joshua Corsello, Alan Preciado-Grijalva, Sergey Shaboyan, Kevin Wray, Lavanya Rau, Daniel Kultran
Epirus, Epirus, Epirus, Epirus, Epirus, Epirus
(11:10 - 11:20)
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Tu2E-5: Calibration of Wideband Multiport Junction Receivers Using Memory-Polynomial-Informed Neural Network
Lojain Syed, Khurram Khan, Saad Qayyum, Mohsin Tarar, Renato Negra
PAF IAST, PAF IAST, PAF IAST, University of Chakwal, RWTH Aachen Univ.
(11:20 - 11:30)
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Tu2E-6: AdaAFE-CIM: A Hardware Implementation of Subspace Tracking for Adaptive Radar Data Compression
Alex Saad-Falcon, Wei-Chun Wang, Laith Shamieh, Jinhyeok Park, Xiangyu Mao, Saibal Mukhopadhyay, Justin Romberg
Georgia Tech, Georgia Tech, Georgia Tech, Georgia Tech, Georgia Tech, Georgia Tech, Georgia Tech
(11:30 - 11:50)

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Frederick H. Raab
Green Mountain Radio Research
Marc Franco
MACOM
Location
210
Abstract

Al Katz passed away on the morning of June 20, 2024, the day he had been scheduled to give a presentation at IMS'24. Today we remember Al Katz and his work on analog linearization. The session will begin with recollections by his widow Sally. Amateur radio was an important factor in Al's becoming an engineer, so we will next present his accomplishments as a radio amateur. Al's work on linearization led to the formation and growth of the Linearizer Technology Company, which will be the next topic of discussion. The fourth segment provides an overview of analog linearization and the current state-of-the-art. Finally, members of the audience will be encouraged to give their recollections of Al Katz.

Abstract
Tu3C-1: Recollections of Al Katz
Sally Katz
Linearizer Technology
(13:30 - 13:50)
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Tu3C-2: Al Katz and Amateur Radio
Marc Franco
MACOM
(13:50 - 14:10)
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Tu3C-3: History of Linearizer Technology, Inc.
Roger Dorval
MACOM
(14:10 - 14:30)
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Tu3C-4: Predistortion Linearization: Concepts, The State of the Art, and the Future
Christopher Tenev
MACOM
(14:30 - 14:50)
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Tu3C-5: Recollections of Al Katz
Various Various
Various
(14:50 - 15:10)
Hamed Rahmani
New York Univ.
Richard Al Hadi
ÉTS Montréal
Location
211
Abstract

This session explores new approaches for sub-THz and THz signal generation, spanning diverse technologies and architectures. The first paper presents a 4–240GHz InP variable-gain amplifier employing an analog-controlled input attenuation network for versatile performance tuning. Next, a 4–420GHz distributed amplifier MMIC in 20nm InGaAs-on-Si HEMT technology achieves 11±2dB of gain. A 280GHz sub-harmonic injection-locked oscillator in 45nm CMOS PD SOI demonstrates robust frequency generation. Finally, a 300GHz-band single-balanced resistive mixer module in 60nm InP HEMT features LO leakage suppression. Collectively, these designs pave the way for next-generation THz communication systems.

Abstract
Tu3D-1: A 4–240-GHz InP Variable-Gain Amplifier Using an Analog-Controlled Input Attenuation Network
Phat T. Nguyen, Viet-Anh Ngo, Nhat Tran, Natalie Wagner, Alexander Stameroff, Anh-Vu Pham
Univ. of California, Davis, Univ. of California, Davis, Univ. of California, Davis, Keysight Technologies, Keysight Technologies, Univ. of California, Davis
(13:30 - 13:50)
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Tu3D-2: A 4-420-GHz Distributed Amplifier MMIC in a 20-nm InGaAs-on-Si HEMT Technology With 11±2-dB Gain
Fabian Thome, Arnulf Leuther
Fraunhofer IAF, Fraunhofer IAF
(13:50 - 14:10)
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Tu3D-3: A 280GHz Sub-Harmonic Injection Locked Oscillator in 45nm CMOS PD SOI
Mehmet Aylar, Alexandre Siligaris, José-Luis Gonzalez Jimenez, Benjamin Blampey
CEA-LETI, CEA-LETI, CEA-LETI, CEA-LETI
(14:10 - 14:30)
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Tu3D-4: 300-GHz-Band Single-Balanced Resistive Mixer Module in 60-nm InP HEMT Technology with LO Leakage Suppressing Function
Teruo Jyo, Hiroshi Hamada, Takuya Tsutsumi, Daisuke Kitayama, Ibrahim Abdo, Munehiko Nagatani, Hiroyuki Takahashi
NTT, NTT, Osaka Metropolitan University, NTT, NTT, NTT, NTT
(14:30 - 14:50)

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Lei Liu
Univ. of Notre Dame
Wooram Lee
Pennsylvania State Univ.
Location
211
Abstract

This session brings together four papers showcasing sub-THz and THz signal modulation techniques for next-generation communication systems. The first paper introduces attenuator-based vector modulation strategies for phased arrays operating from 200 to 480GHz. The second paper demonstrates a novel photoconductive solid-state plasma evanescent-mode waveguide for sub-THz phase shifting. The third paper presents a compact 8.2mW complementary current-reusing D-band frequency quadrupler implemented in 22nm FDSOI CMOS. Finally, the fourth paper compares wideband low-power H-band frequency doublers, with and without driving stages, also in 22nm FDSOI CMOS, highlighting performance trade-offs. These advances significantly elevate future sub-THz communications.

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Tu4D-1: Ultrawideband Vector Modulators for Next-Gen Wireless Networks in the 200–480GHz Range
Konstantin Kuliabin, Bersant Gashi, Sébastien Chartier, Cristina Maurette Blasini, Roger Lozar, Arnulf Leuther, Rüdiger Quay
Albert-Ludwigs-Universität Freiburg, Fraunhofer IAF, Fraunhofer IAF, Albert-Ludwigs-Universität Freiburg, Fraunhofer IAF, Fraunhofer IAF, Fraunhofer IAF
(15:40 - 16:00)
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Tu4D-2: Sub-THz Phase Shifter Using a Photoconductive Solid-State Plasma Evanescent-Mode Waveguide Switched Stub
Eric T. Der, Thomas R. Jones, Nahid Vahabisani, Daniel Mildenberger, Dimitrios Peroulis
Jones Microwave, Jones Microwave, Jones Microwave, Jones Microwave, Purdue Univ.
(16:00 - 16:20)
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Tu4D-3: A Compact 8.2mW Complementary Current-Reusing D-Band Frequency Quadrupler in 22nm FDSOI CMOS
Thorben Schmidt, Finn-Niclas Stapelfeldt, Vadim Issakov
Technische Univ. Braunschweig, Technische Univ. Braunschweig, Technische Univ. Braunschweig
(16:20 - 16:40)
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Tu4D-4: Comparison of Wideband Low-Power H-Band Frequency Doublers with and without a Driving Stage in 22nm FDSOI CMOS
Finn-Niclas Stapelfeldt, Benjamin Schoch, Dominik Wrana, Vadim Issakov
Technische Univ. Braunschweig, Univ. Stuttgart, Univ. Stuttgart, Technische Univ. Braunschweig
(16:40 - 17:00)

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Katia Grenier
LAAS-CNRS
Kamel Haddadi
Université de Lille
Location
208
Abstract

Microwave plasma and its applications for protection against high power threads are discussed. New techniques and instruments for material sensing across a broad range from microwave to THz frequencies are presented. The session covers the EM characterization of atmospheric conditions, fluids, as well as conventional and 3D-printed substrates.

Abstract
Th1D-1: An EVA-Based High-Power and Absorptive Frequency-Selective Plasma Limiter
Sandeep Narasapura Ramesh, Kushagra Singhal, Abbas Semnani
Univ. of Toledo, Univ. of Toledo, Univ. of Toledo
(08:00 - 08:20)
Abstract
Th1D-2: A Microwave Plasma Jet Array Based on SIW-Enabled Evanescent-Mode Cavity Resonator Technology
Kushagra Singhal, Kazi Sadman Kabir, Abbas Semnani
Univ. of Toledo, Univ. of Toledo, Univ. of Toledo
(08:20 - 08:30)
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Th1D-3: Temperature and Humidity Effects on Electromagnetic Waves Utilizing 140GHz Radar Measurements
Javagar Mahendran, Francesca Schenkel, Birk Hattenhorst, Thomas Musch, Ilona Rolfes, Jan Barowski, Christian Schulz
Ruhr-Universität Bochum, Ruhr-Universität Bochum, Ruhr-Universität Bochum, Ruhr-Universität Bochum, Ruhr-Universität Bochum, Ruhr-Universität Bochum, Ruhr-Universität Bochum
(08:30 - 08:40)
Abstract
Th1D-4: Dielectric Measurements of Conventional and 3-D Printed Substrate Materials from 50GHz to 1.5THz Using Free-Space and TDS Methods
Xiaobang Shang, Liam Ausden, Mira Naftaly, Nick Ridler, Dou Feng, Miguel Navarro-Cía, Joel Hales, Romeo Premerlani
NPL, NPL, NPL, NPL, Univ. of Birmingham, Univ. of Birmingham, Rogers, Varioprint
(08:40 - 09:00)
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Th1D-5: A Novel Q-Choked Sapphire Sandwiched Resonator for Wide-Band Measurements of Flat Dielectric Samples
Wojciech Gwarek, Malgorzata Celuch, Lukasz Nowicki
QWED, QWED, QWED
(09:00 - 09:20)
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Th1D-6: A Radio-Frequency Microfluidic Dielectric Sensor Based on Coupled Stepped-Impedance Resonators
Huai-En Liu, Chao-Hsiung Tseng
NTUST, NYCU
(09:20 - 09:40)

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Zheng Liu
Texas Instruments
Chenhao Chu
ETH Zürich
Location
211
Abstract

This session explores advances in leveraging AI/ML for RF/mm-wave/sub-THz circuit design, modeling, and optimization. The papers demonstrate synthesis of complex electromagnetic structures, mm-wave PA design and array optimization using AI/ML methods.

Abstract
Th3F-1: Algorithmic Design of Nonintuitive On-Chip Multilayered Passive Networks
Vinay Chenna, Hossein Hashemi
Univ. of Southern California, Univ. of Southern California
(13:30 - 13:50)
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Th3F-2: A D-Band InP Power Amplifier Featuring Fully AI-Generated Passive Networks
Song Hang Chai, Hyunsu Chae, Hao Yu, David Z. Pan, Sensen Li
Univ. of Texas at Austin, Univ. of Texas at Austin, Univ. of Texas at Austin, Univ. of Texas at Austin, Univ. of Texas at Austin
(13:50 - 14:10)
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Th3F-3: AI-Assisted Template-Seeded Pixelated Design for Multi-Metal-Layer High-Coupling EM Structures: A Ku-Band 6G FR3 PA in 22nm FDX+
Chenhao Chu, Jinglong Xu, Yuqi Liu, Jianping Zeng, Adam Wang, Takuma Torii, Shintaro Shinjo, Koji Yamanaka, Hua Wang
ETH Zürich, ETH Zürich, ETH Zürich, ETH Zürich, ETH Zürich, Mitsubishi Electric, Mitsubishi Electric, Mitsubishi Electric, ETH Zürich
(14:10 - 14:30)
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Th3F-4: Dall-EM: Generative AI with Diffusion Models for New Design Space Discovery and Target-to-Electromagnetic Structure Synthesis
Yingqing Guo, Emir Ali Karahan, Zihao Li, Zijian Shao, Zaixi Zhang, Mengdi Wang, Kaushik Sengupta
Princeton Univ., Princeton Univ., Princeton Univ., Princeton Univ., Princeton Univ., Princeton Univ., Princeton Univ.
(14:30 - 14:50)
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Th3F-5: On-Board Array Self-Calibration Using Amplitude-Only Proximal-Field Sensors and Machine-Learning-Based Phase Retrieval
Ailec Wu, Imaad A. Syed, Alex Ayling, Ali Hajimiri
Caltech, Caltech, Caltech, Caltech
(14:50 - 15:10)