PIN diode assemblies are used at the PARCS radar site in high-power phase-shifters. Southwest Research Institute (SwRI) engineers analyzed the original diode assemblies and obsolete PIN diodes and designed a new assembly with a new commercially available PIN diode.

Statistical analysis was conducted to prove that the new diode met the original

specifications, and Monte-Carlo circuit analysis was conducted to ensure that the new hybrid assembly would meet the system specifications.


	Monte Carlo Simulation Results for a 45° Phase Shift

For more information about RF PIN Diode capabilities at SwRI or how you can contract with SwRI, please contact Mike Pilcher at mpilcher@swri.org or (210) 522-2083. We can offer you the best approach for solving your RF diode or other radar systems problem.

Contact Information

Mike Pilcher

Communications Engineering

(210) 522-2083

mpilcher@swri.org

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September 30, 2008