Gunn Diode Calculator & Formula

Gunn diodes are negative resistance devices used for microwave oscillation and signal generation. Their operation relies on transferred electron effects in certain semiconductor materials. This page provides microwave Gunn Diode calculator and its formula used to calculate its oscillation frequency.

EXAMPLE:

INPUTS:

• Domain/drift velocity of charge carriers (m/s) = 1 x 10^5
• Active region length (μm) = 10

OUTPUTS:

• Microwave Oscillation Frequency = 10 GHz

Gunn diode frequency Formula

Summary: This calculator helps users understand the relationship between electron transit time and generated microwave frequency, which is fundamental in Gunn oscillators used in radar and communication systems. It provides an intuitive approach to link semiconductor physics with practical microwave signal generation.

References for further study

1. Microwave Devices and Circuits By S. Y. Liao
2. Solid State Electronic Devices By B. G. Streetman & S. Banerjee