Here, you can find application notes on RFIC EM simulation and design that are not related to a specific design tool.
For application notes related to Empire XPU EM simulation, see here.
For application notes related to Keysight ADS , see here.
60 GHz on-chip balun transformer: interleaved or overlay?
In this application note, two on-chip transformer layout styles with 2:1 turn ratio are compared. Target frequency is 60 GHz, nominal impedances are 200 Ohm to 50 Ohm, technology is IHP SG13S.
60 GHz on-chip balun transformer: interleaved or overlay?
60 GHz on-chip balun transformer: effect of metal filler
This application note investigates the effect of unrelated metall filler on the performance of a 60 GHz 2:1 balun in IHP SG13S technology. Different filler placements are discussed.
60 GHz on-chip balun transformer: effect of metal filler
Effect of ground cutout size on RFIC inductor performance
This application note investigates how eddy currents on the surrounding metal affects the performance of inductors & transformers.