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This introductory chapter presents the motivation for the subjects covered by this book. They are the efficiency enhancement and the frequency tunable capability applied to linear CMOS RF power amplifiers for wireless applications. The objectives, the specifications, and the outline of the book are described.
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The EVM measurements of the dynamic supply PA were carried out in Fujitsu Labs, where the necessary equipment was available. The same was not possible for the frequency-tunable PA.
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Dal Fabbro, P.A., Kayal, M. (2010). Introduction. In: Linear CMOS RF Power Amplifiers for Wireless Applications. Analog Circuits and Signal Processing. Springer, Dordrecht. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-90-481-9361-5_1
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