iMAPS New England Chapter

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Abstract: Material selections for high frequency applications in transmit/receive (T/R) modules used in modern phased array radar systems is crucial to military programs in terms of cost and performance. Module design approach and fabrication methods are also taken into consideration to minimize yield loss in manufacturing. HTCC and LTCC material comparisons will be presented along with a case study describing the T/R module design process using advanced modeling and simulation tools.

Biography: Arne Knudsen received is the General Manager of the Development Group at Kyocera America.  He holds a Ph.D. in Physical Chemistry from the University of California, Berkeley.  He has authored more than 50 papers and presentations and has 8 US Patents.  His interests include the design and technology associated with high frequency module packaging, both HTCC and LTCC.