| Project ID |
BPN359 |
| Website |
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| Start Date |
Tue 2007-Jan-23 23:50:20 |
| Last Updated |
Tue 2013-Feb-19 14:03:09 |
| Abstract |
This project aims to achieve a micromechanical-based reference oscillator that meets or exceeds the requirements of the GSM standard and investigates short-term stability of the MEMS oscillators: particularly, phase noise and acceleration sensitivity of oscillators. In addition to providing a highly accurate, on-chip frequency reference, a fully-integrated oscillator can achieve greater stability (particularly acceleration sensitivity) and far less power consumption than any comparable off-chip oscillator. In the process of achieving a fully-integrated oscillator, much of the research is expected to focus on low temperature metal processes that allow MEMS-last integration with MOS devices while retaining the stability and Q performance already offered by polysilicon counterparts. |
| Status |
Continuing |
| Funding Source |
DARPA |
| IAB Research Area |
Wireless, RF & Smart Dust |
| Researcher(s) |
Thura Lin Naing, Tristan Rocheleau |
| Advisor(s) |
Clark T.-C. Nguyen, Elad Alon |
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