RF MEMS: Theory, Design, and Technology [Hardcover]

Gabriel M. Rebeiz (Author)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 0471201693 | ISBN-13: 978-0471201694 | Publication Date: June 15, 2002 | Edition: 1st

Ultrasmall Radio Frequency and Micro-wave Microelectromechanical systems (RF MEMs), such as switches, varactors, and phase shifters, exhibit nearly zero power consumption or loss. For this reason, they are being developed intensively by corporations worldwide for use in telecommunications equipment. This book acquaints readers with the basics of RF MEMs and describes how to design practical circuits and devices with them. The author, an acknowledged expert in the field, presents a range of real-world applications and shares many valuable tricks of the trade.

Editorial Reviews

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"...an excellent book for graduate students or practicing engineers in the field of RF microwave technology who need to learn about the latest developments in the RF MEMS world." (IEEE Electrical Insulation Magazine, November/December 2004)

"It provides the most comprehensive survey of this new and important technology.” (Microwave Journal, January 2004)

"...an invaluable addition to the research library, and highly recommended to all interested in this fascinating technology." (Microwaves & RF, June 2003)

From the Back Cover

Practical and theoretical coverage of RF MEMS for circuits and devices

New RF and microwave frequency MEMS (microelectromechanical systems) have potentially enormous and widespread applications in the telecommunications industry. Components based on this technology—such as switches, varactors, and phase shifters—exhibit virtually no power consumption or loss, making them ideally suited for use in modern telecommunications and wireless devices.

This book sets out the basics of RF MEMS and describes how to design practical devices and circuits. As well as covering fundamentals, Gabriel Rebeiz offers expert tips for designers and presents a range of real-world applications. Throughout, the author utilizes actual engineering examples to illustrate basic principles in theory and practice. Detailed discussion of cutting-edge fabrication and packaging techniques is provided.

Suitable as a tutorial for electrical and computer engineering students, or as an up-to-date reference for practicing circuit designers, RF MEMS provides the most comprehensive available survey of this new and important technology.

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Product Details

• Hardcover: 350 pages
• Publisher: Wiley-Interscience; 1st edition (June 15, 2002)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0471201693
• ISBN-13: 978-0471201694
• Product Dimensions: 10.4 x 7 x 1.1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2.2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (11 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #890,236 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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5.0 out of 5 stars The Best Book for RF MEMS, March 5, 2003

By A Customer

This review is from: RF MEMS: Theory, Design, and Technology (Hardcover)

RF MEMS is a hot development area for wireless communications and radar systems, and this is by far the best book available. There are many unique features and details that will be valuable for engineers, researchers, and students. The coverage is encyclopedic, authoritative, and deep, deep, deep. The first chapter is an overview of the current status of systems applications. Chapters 2 and 3 give an excellent analysis of the fundamental mechanical and electromagnetic properties of MEMS structures. Chapters 4 through 8 cover all aspects of switches. Many of the most promising applications are for switches, and Dr. Rebeiz' group at Michigan has been a world leader in this area. Phase shifters are discussed in Chapters 9 and 10. There is coverage for both switched-line phase shifters, and the newer distributed phase shifters. Chapter 11 is on MEMS varactors and tunable oscillators. Chapter 12 gives a good summary of current work in MEMS inductors. Chapter 13 gives information on recent research in reconfigurable networks, filters, and antennas. Chapter 14 is a careful analysis of phase noise in MEMS devices. Chapter 15 is a thoughtful discussion of the RF MEMS field and its prospects.

Throughout the book, fabrication, packaging, and reliability issues are discussed in detail, and the different contributions of groups around the world are included. Each chapter includes an excellent set of references for investigating topics in more detail.

5.0 out of 5 stars Best in this field, January 18, 2007

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Sean Scott (Purdue University, West Lafayette, IN) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: RF MEMS: Theory, Design, and Technology (Hardcover)

This is a great book, providing relatively unbiased information compared to what you normally get in RF MEMS. There are some sections that could be better, but this is overall the best book you can currently get in this field.

5.0 out of 5 stars Definitely, One of the Best Books in Microwave Technology, September 14, 2003

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Spartak Gevorgian (Chalmers, Gothenburg, Sweden) - See all my reviews

This review is from: RF MEMS: Theory, Design, and Technology (Hardcover)

The book, in a surprisingly simple way, gives in depth treatment of the fundamentals of modeling/design, fabrication technology, and reliability/power handling/noise analysis of MEM components and circuits. It has an exceptional tutorial value. At the same time its comprehensive and analytic coverage of the vast diversity of MEMs components (switches, varactors) and complex circuits makes it an excellent handbook for microwave professionals. Even a "diagonal" reading of the book inspires the reader to start designing/making his/her own MEMs devices!
This is definitely one of the best books in microwave technology published recently, which will have enormous impact on the microwave community in the forthcoming years.