08.30

Registration & Coffee

09.30

Opening Words

09.40

Abstract
E6-band SSPA for Galileo Navigation Payload
Darbandi-Tehrani, A.; Zoyo, M.; Touchais, J.Y.
Thales Alenia Space (France)

09.55

Abstract
A Power Amplifier for Space Applications with Improved Phase Resolution
Gulloch, W.; Goss, M.; Schryber, P.; Seymour, D.
EADS Astrium (United Kingdom)

10.10

Abstract
A Uniform, Reproducible and Reliable GaN HEMT Technology for Efficient High-power Applications in Space
Waltereit, P.1; Bronner, W.1; Quay, R.1; Dammann, M.1; Mueller, S.1; Kiefer, R.1; Walcher, H.1; Kappeler, O.1; Mikulla, M.1; van Rijs, F.2; Roedle, T.2; Murad, S.2; Klappe, J.2; van der Wel, P.2; Thorpe, J.3; Behtash, R.3; Blanck, H.3; Riepe, K.3
1Fraunhofer IAF (Germany); 2NXP Semiconductors (Netherlands); 3United Monolithic Semiconductors (Netherlands)

10.25

Abstract
Spaceborne L Band High Efficiency 65W SSPA Demonstrator for Navigation and Radar Applications
Rochette, S.1; Villemazet, J.-F.1; Plaza, A.1; Vendier, O.1; Drevon, C.1; Cazaux, J.-L.1; Le Gallou, N.2; Fellon, P.3; Favede, L.3; Sommet, R.4; Xiong, A.4; Gasseling, T.5; Charbonniaud, C.5; Massiot, M.6
1Thales Alenia Space France (France); 2ESTEC (Netherlands); 3UMS (France); 4XLIM (France); 5AMCAD Engineering (France); 6EGIDE (France)

10.40

Abstract
Review of New Combining Techniques for Space Applications
Fraysse, J.-P.1; Monfraix, P.1; Denoual, J.-M.2; Peden, A.2; Bourreau, D.2; Chebance, D.3; Maignan, M.1
1Thales Alenia Space (France); 2TELECOM Bretagne (France); 3CNES (France)

10.55

Abstract
A 48Watt and 60dB Gain Hybrid Power Line-Up for an L-Band T/R Module of a Space SAR Antenna
Florian, C.1; Paganelli, R.P.2; Scappaviva, F.3; Conti, F.4; Feudale, M.4; Giordani, R.4; Vannini, G.5; Filicori, F.1
1University of Bologna (Italy); 2CNR-IEIIT Italian National Research Council (Italy); 3MEC srl (Italy); 4TAS-I Thales Alenia Space Italia (Italy); 5University of Ferrara (Italy)

11.15

Coffee break

11.35

Abstract
A Simplified Graphical Comparison of Power-Reconfigurable TWTA-based Architectures
Aloisio, M.; Angeletti, P.; Colzi, E.; D'Addio, S.
European Space Agency ESA-ESTEC (Netherlands)

11.50

Abstract
Traveling-Wave Tube Amplifiers Performance Optimisation by Means of a Digital End-to-end Figure-of-Merit
Aloisio, M.; Casini, E.; Colzi, E.; D'Addio, S.
ESA-ESTEC (Netherlands)

12.05

Abstract
GaN Technology on High-Resistivity Si-substrates for High-Power-Amplifiers
Das, J.; Derluyn, J.; Lorenz, A.; Oprins, H.; Xiao, D.; De Raedt, W.; Cheng, K.; Leys, M.; Degroote, S.; Germain, M.; Borghs, G.
IMEC (Belgium)

12.20

Abstract
High Power L-Band Travelling Wave Tubes for Navigation Systems
Dürr, W.; Ehret, P.; Bosch, E.
Thales Electron Devices (Germany)

12.35

Abstract
A High Efficiency 4W X-Band pHEMT Power Hybrid for Space Application
Moreno, C.; Saura, M.; Gómez, D.; Vilaseca, R.
Mier Comunicaciones, S.A. (Spain)

12.50

Abstract
Review of Flexible TWTs for Satellite Systems
Andre, F.; Boone, Ph.; Bosch, E.; Siefke, A.; Wohland, R.; Wunsche, T.
Thales Electron Devices (Germany)

13.05

Lunch break

14.05

Abstract
High Performance and Low Power Consuming MIMO Systems using Adaptive Antenna Combining in the RF Domain
Eickhoff, R.1; Mayer, U.1; Ellinger, F.1; Scheytt, C.2
1Dresden University of Technology (Germany); 2IHP Microelectronics (Germany)

14.20

Abstract
Quasi Hermetic Packaging for Space Application: from Low Level to High Power Applications
Monfraix, P.1; Barbaste, R.1; Drevon, C.1; Mangenot, C.2; Marchand, L.2; Boetti, A.2; Dareys, S.3; Billot, M.3; Cazaux, J.L.1
1Thales Alenia Space (France); 2ESA/ESTEC (Netherlands); 3CNES (France)

14.35

Abstract
Active Phased Array Transmit/Receive Module Enabling Technologies: from GaAs to GaN
Marescialli, L.; Bettidi, A.; Cetronio, A.; Costrini, C.; Lanzieri, C.; Maccaroni, S.; Peroni, M.; Romanini, P.
SELEX Sistemi Integrati s.p.a. (Italy)

14.50

Abstract
Advanced Design of Microwave Components using Shape Optimization and Ceramic Stereo-lithography
Baillargeat, D.1; Delhote, N.1; Khalil, H.1; Aubourg, M.1; Bila, S.1; Verdeyme, S.1; Puech, J.2; Lapierre, L.2; Delage, C.3; Chartier, T.4
1XLIM (France); 2CNES (France); 3CTTC (France); 4SPCTS (France)

15.05

Abstract
Microwave Space Equipment Design for Production: The Globalstar2 Challenge
Suriani, A.; Barletta, F.; Basile, G.; Belperio, F.; Mannocchi, G.; Ranieri, P.
Thales Alenia Space Italia S.p.A (Italy)

15.20

Abstract
Thales Components and Technologies for T / R Modules
Mancuso, Y.
Thales Airborne Systems (France)

15.35

Coffee break

15.55

Abstract
Nonlinear Electro-Thermal Modelling of Packaged Power GaN HEMTs for Adaptive SSPAs Dedicated to Reconfigurable Payloads
Sardin, D.1; Reveyrand, T.1; Campovecchio, M.1; Bouysse, P.1; Le Gallou, N.2; Rochette, S.3; Forestier, S.3; Villemazet, J.F.3
1XLIM (France); 2ESA-ESTEC Millimetre-wave Section (TEC-ETM) (Netherlands); 3Thales Alenia Space (France)

16.10

Abstract
Description of a Versatile High Power Source and Load Pull Setup Developed at ESA
Andres Beivide, A.; Le Gallou, N.
ESTEC/ESA (Netherlands)

16.25

Abstract
Thermal Modelling of Microwave Bipolar Transistor from 3D finite Element Simulation
Xiong, X.A.; Sommet, S.R.; de Souza, A.L.S.A.; Quéré, Q.R.
XLIM (France)

16.40

Abstract
Multi-Carrier TWTA Characterisation for DVB-S2 Operation
Aloisio, M.; Angeletti, P.; Casini, E.; Colzi, E.; D'Addio, S.; Oliva Balague, R.
ESA (Netherlands)

16.55

Coffee break

17.10

Abstract
CMOS Technologies for RF Applications in Harsh Environment
Raskin, J.P.; El Kaamouchi, M.; Emam, M.; Roda Neve, C.; Janvier-Vanhoenacker, D.
Université Catholique de Louvain (Belgium)

17.25

Abstract
A Novel Broadband IQ Modulator / Demodulator MMIC
Birkbeck, J.
Roke Manor Research Ltd (United Kingdom)

17.40

Abstract
A 20 GS/s 8-Bit Segmented Current Steering DAC in SiGe BiCMOS Technology
Halder, S.; Gustat, H.; Scheytt, C.
IHP Microelectronics (Germany)

18.00

Transportation Social Event

 

Transportation back to ESTEC and hotels of Noordwijk

08.00

Poster Session & Breakfast

09.00

Abstract
Millimeter-Wave and Submillimeter-Wave MHEMT LNA MMICs
Tessmann, A.; Leuther, A.; Massler, H.; Kuri, M.; Loesch, R.; Schlechtweg, M.; Ambacher, O.
Fraunhofer IAF (Germany)

09.15

Abstract
Antimonide Based HEMTs for Ultra-Low-Power and High-Frequency Applications
Bollaert, S.B.1; Desplanque L.D.1; Malmkvist M.M.2; Lefebvre E.L.2; Olivier, A.O.1; Shchepetov, A.S.1; Roelens, Y.R.1; Wallart, X.W.1; Cappy, A.C.1; Grahn, J.G.2; Dambrine, G.D.1
1IEMN (France); 2Chalmers University (Sweden)

09.30

Abstract
Design of a Ka-band MMIC Filtering LNA with a Metamorphic HEMT Technology for a Space Application
Armengaud, V.1; Lintignat, J.1; Barelaud, B.1; Jarry, B.1; Laporte, C.2; Babak, L.3
1XLIM (France); 2CNES (France); 3TSUCSR (Russian Federation)

09.45

Abstract
Dual Redundant S-band Ultra Low Noise Amplifier for Space Application
Cunado, O.C.C.; Albiol, M.A.D.; Vilaseca, R.V.M.
Mier Comunicaciones S.A. (Spain)

10.00

Coffee break

10.20

Abstract
Design and Performance Assessment of an Airborne Ice Sounding Radar Front-End
Cilla Hernández, C.; Krozer, V.; Vidkjær, J.; Dall, J.
Technical University of Denmark (Denmark)

10.35

Abstract
Frontend and Receiver Technology for Microwave and Sub-Millimeter Receivers up to 800 GHz
Czekala, H.; Rose, T.; Walber, A.; Zimmermann, R.
RPG Radiometer Physics GmbH (Germany)

10.50

Abstract
A New Generation of MMIC Direct Detection Radiometer Receivers in K and Ka bands
Trier, M.1; Goldstein, C.2; Farre, R.1; Bayle, F.1; Granier, E.1
1EADS ASTRIUM Satellites (France); 2CNES (France)

11.05

Abstract
Air-Bridged Schottky Diodes for THz Applications
Alderman, B.; Sanghera, S.; Thomas, B.; Matheson, D.
Rutherford Appleton Laboratory (United Kingdom)

11.20

Abstract
Use of Receiver as a Calibration Target
Kangas, V.; Colliander, A.
ESA-ESTEC (Netherlands)

11.35

Abstract
ELISA: an Ultra-Stable Frequency Reference for Space Mission Ground Segment
Giordano, V.1; Grop, S.1; Bourgeois, P.Y.1; Bazin, N.1; Kersale, Y.1; Oxborrow, M.2; Marra, G.2; Langham, C.2; Schafer, W.3; Siccardi, M.3; Rubiola, E.1; DeVicente, J.4
1Femto-ST Institute - CNRS (France); 2National Physical Laboratory (United Kingdom); 3TimeTech GmbH (Germany); 4ESA (Germany)

11.50

Abstract
A Flexible Phase-Locked Loop Synthesizer for Radio-Science and Communication Payload Applications
Simone, L.; Nanni, V.; Barletta, F.; Santoni, A.
Thales Alenia Space Italy (Italy)

12.05

Abstract
First Test Results of a Single Chip SiGe Fractional-N PLL for Converter and Local Oscillators at 10 and 18 GHz
Lenz, R.1; Heyer, H.-V.1; Follmann, R.2; Koether, D.2; Schmalz, K.3; Herzel, F.3; Winkler, W.3; Nilsson, J.4; Folio, B.5; Glass, B.5; Piironen, P.5
1Kayser-Threde GmbH (Germany); 2IMST GmbH (Germany); 3IHP GmbH (Germany); 4SAAP Space (Sweden); 5ESTEC (Netherlands)

12.20

Abstract
Progress Report on the Development of an European Chip Scale Atomic Clock at the Femto-ST Institute
Giordano, V.1; Douahi, A.1; Hasegawa, M.1; Dziuban, P.1; Nieradko, L.1; Dziuban, J.2; Gorecki, C.1
1Femto-ST Institute - CNRS (France); 2Wroclaw University of Technology (Poland)

12.35

Abstract
Application of the SiMs SiGe PLL in a 20 GHz Synthesizer Payload Module of the German Keramis Program
Lenz, R.1; Heyer, H.V.1; Kulke, R.2; Schwanke, D.3; Voigt, S.4
1Kayser-Threde GmbH (Germany); 2IMST GmbH (Germany); 3Micro Systems Engineering GmbH (Germany); 4DLR (Germany)

12.50

Abstract
ECI - Development and Qualification of an European Plase Locked-Loop
Richaud, J.1; Le Bohec, P.1; Barbot, P.2; Schreiber, D.3; Castel, L.4; Feudale, M.5
1Peregrine Semiconductor Europe (France); 2HCM (France); 3Rood Technology (Germany); 4Thales Alenia Space (France); 5Thales Alenia Space (Italy)

13.05

Lunch break

14.05

Abstract
On the Design of In-Line Pseudo-Elliptic Helical Filtering Structures Implementing Non-Resonating Nodes
Kosmopoulos, S.
Space Engineering (Italy)

14.20

Abstract
Co-Simulation Tuning Methods for Lumped Element Filters
Newman, P.
EADS Astrium (United Kingdom)

14.35

Abstract
Integration and Reliability Issues on RF MEMS-Based Switch Matrices
Mannocchi, G.1; Carbone, M.1; Chiesa, W.1; Cianci, C.1; Di Nardo, S.1; DiPaola, E.1; Feudale, M.1; Vendier, O.2; Vietzorreck, L.3; Muller, A.3; Farinelli, P.4; Margesin, B.5; Marcelli, R.6; Casini, F.4; Giacomozzi, F.5
1Thales Alenia Space (Italy); 2Thales Alenia Space (France); 3Technische Universitat Munchen (Germany); 4University of Perugia (Italy); 5Fondazione Bruno Kessler (Italy); 6CNR-IMM (Italy)

14.50

Abstract
MEMS RF Switches Integrated with High Voltage and Control Circuitry in Silicon on Sapphire
Le Bohec, P.1; Reedy, R.2; Richaud, J.1
1Peregrine Semiconductor Europe (France); 2Peregrine Semiconductor Corp. (United States)

15.05

Abstract
Wideband RF MEMS Impedance Tuners
Vähä-Heikkilä, T.1; Rantakari, P.1; Varis, J.1; Närhi, T.2
1MilliLab-VTT (Finland); 2ESA, ESTEC (Netherlands)

15.20

Coffee break

15.40

Abstract
W-Band Waveguide Impedance Tuner Utilizing Dielectric-Based Backshorts
Kiuru, T.1; Möttönen, V.S.2; Räisänen, A.V.1
1TKK Helsinki University of Technology (Finland); 2National Board of Patents and Registration of Finland (Finland)

15.55

Abstract
Radiation Effect in Si3N4 Thin Films for RF-Mems Reliability Investigation
Lamhamdi, M.1; Papandreou, E.2; Koutsoureli, M.2; Pons, P.1; Boudou, L.3; Guastavino, J.3; Segui, Y.3; Coccetti, F.1; Papaioannou, G.2; Plana, R.1
1LAAS-CNRS (France); 2Solid State PhysicsSection, University of Athens (Greece); 3Laplace (France)

16.10

Abstract
Manufacturing of RF MEMS Switches on LTCC for Space Applications
Di Nardo, S.1; Di Paola, E.1; Farinelli, P.2; Mannocchi, G.3; Comparini, M.3; Di Marcantonio, U.3; Feudale, M.3; Fina, A.3
1Thales Alenia Space Italia (Italy); 2DIEI-University of Perugia (Italy); 3Thales Alenia Space (Italy)

 

Abstract
Advanced Time Domain Loadpull Technique for Characterization of Microwave Power Transistors
Verspecht, J.1; Teyssier, J.-P.2; De Groote, F.3
1Jan Verspecht b.v.b.a. (Belgium); 2XLIM - University of Limoges (France); 3Verspecht-Teyssier-DeGroote s.a.s. (France)

Abstract
Compact Low-Pass Waveguide Filter with Wide Rejection Band
Arregui, I.1; Arnedo, I.1; Lopetegi, T.1; Laso, M.1; Marcotegui, A.2
1Public University of Navarre (Spain); 2CONATEL, S.L. (Spain)

Abstract
Speeding up Amplifier Design by Combining LSNA and New Tuner Technology
Pailloncy, G.; Vanden Bossche, M.
NMDG NV (Belgium)

Abstract
Flip-cathode Field Emission Vacuum Triode for THz Applications
Paoloni, C.; Riccitelli, R.; Brunetti, F.; Ulisse, G.; Di Carlo, A.
University of Roma "Tor Vergata" (Italy)

Abstract
Recent Development of Microwave Devices for Wireless Communications
Hong, J.-S.; Goussetis, G.; Record, P.
Heriot-Watt University (United Kingdom)

Abstract
Spin Torque Oscillators - An Emerging Technology for Microwave Signal Generation
Michielsen, W.; Garcia, J.; Persson, J.; Zhou, Y.
NanOsc AB (Sweden)

Abstract
E-plane Filter Design for Space Applications with Advanced and Stringent Performance Requirements
Goussetis, G.1; Hong, J.-S.1; Lopez-Villaroya, R.1; Kosmopoulos, S.2
1Heriot-Watt University (United Kingdom); 2Space Engineering SpA (Italy)

Abstract
C-Band Alumina Microstrip Dual Behavior Resonator Filters
Ralarioely, F.
LEST, Brest (France)

Abstract
Study of Sierpinski Carpet fractal Structure Diffraction Using MS-MGEC Method
Ben Salah, T.; Aguili, T.
Enit, Labo Syscom (Tunisia)

Abstract
A Sigma-Delta N-Fractional PLL and Low Phase Noise VCO for Ultra Low-Power Chip-Scale Atomic Clocks
Radojkovic, V.1; Shi, X.1; Tanner, S.1; Farine, P.-A.1; Rochat, P.2
1University of Neuchatel (Switzerland); 2SpectraTime (Switzerland)

Abstract
Fast CW THz Spectrometer
Goebel, T.1; Schoenherr, D.1; Sydlo, C.2; Cojocari, O.2; Deninger, A.3; Meissner, P.1; Hartnagel, H.L.1
1Technische Universität Darmstadt (Germany); 2ACST GmbH (Germany); 3Toptica Photonics (Germany)