Andren, Brian Wayne2012-08-092012-08-092012-05https://hdl.handle.net/11299/130916University of Minnesota M.S. thesis. May 2012. Major Electrical Engineering. Advisor: Dr. Ramesh Harjani. 1 computer file (PDF); vi, 55 pages.This paper presents a method for obtaining a fine tuning range digital controlled oscillator using a digital controlled artificial dielectric. Additionally, a design methodology is also provided in order to provide step-by-step instructions for the design of fine-tuning range digital controlled oscillators using a digital controlled artificial dielectric.en-USElectrical engineeringThesis or Dissertation