Phase and Amplitude Tracking of Hybrid RF Components

Abstract

A study of data taken on bandpass filters and power dividers produced by the Harris Electronic Systems Division hybrid lab resulted in data that show precise amplitude and phase tracking. This paper addresses the design and fabrication techniques used to develop these two types of hybrid components used in most multichannel receiver systems. Aids for the design of thin-film interdigital capacitors and spiral inductors are included as an Appendix.