Optimal Design of RF Integrated Inductors via Differential Evolution Algorithm

Abstract

This article presents the optimal sizing of integrated square inductors for RF circuits by the metaheuristic optimization techniques. To reach this goal, a combining optimization procedure between the inductor π- model and the differential evolution (DE) algorithm is used as a way of offering the designer the possibility to obtain inductors with maximum quality factor (Q), a minimum surface area and a maximum self-resonant frequency (SRF). On purpose to mitigate the impact of parasitic effects, design basics have been possessed into consideration. The validity of the results obtained is investigated using Advanced Design System and Momentum electromagnetic (EM) simulations.