Digital tRAnSmitTer ICs (DRASTIC)

Digital Transmitters (DTX) that provide direct conversion of digital baseband data to RF power are envisioned as promising candidates for implementing the wireless systems of the future. DTX concepts can, by digitally controlling RF output stage(s), in theory, ensure perfect waveform shaping and provide optimum RF power generation. As such, it eliminates the need for the traditional analog linear TX chain. Within this project, we aim to develop the DTX building blocks for highly integrated and energy-efficient mMIMO base stations using customized RF-power LDMOS technology.