PASSIVE MICROWAVE DEVICES

AIM

This course aims to equip students with a comprehensive understanding of advanced concepts in microwave engineering, with a focus on passive microwave devices and transmission lines. By exploring topics such as time domain analysis, reflection from various loads, sinusoidal steady-state analysis, and power considerations, students will gain proficiency in designing and analyzing microwave circuits. The course aims to develop their skills in utilizing tools like Smith Charts for impedance matching, understanding the characteristics of strip and microstrip lines, and applying microwave network parameters for different port configurations. Through a combination of theoretical knowledge and practical applications using commercial Computer-Aided Design (CAD) tools, students will be prepared to analyze, design, and implement sophisticated microwave systems in various engineering applications.

CONTENT

This course contains; Introduction to Passive Microwave Devices / Time Domain Analysis of Two Conductor Transmission Lines,Reflection From Some Common and Arbitrary Loads,Sinusoidal Steady-State analysis of two-conductor transmission lines,Power in Sinusoidal Steady-State ,Smith Chart and Applications,Strip and Microstrip lines,1 and 2 Port Microwave Network Parameters,3 Port Microwave Network Parameters,4 Port Microwave Network Parameters,Impedance Matching,Couplers, Even/Odd Modes,Nonlinearities,The Lossy Line and Lines as Resonators,L, T, Pi Networks and Matching Constant Q .

1. 1

   Introduce the principles and applications of passive microwave devices, emphasizing their role in modern communication systems.

   Taught by: Project Based Learning Model, Simulation Technique, Lecture Method · Assessed by: Traditional Written Exam, Homework, Project Task

2. 2

   Analyze the time domain characteristics of two-conductor transmission lines, focusing on signal propagation and behavior.

   Taught by: Project Based Learning Model, Simulation Technique, Lecture Method · Assessed by: Traditional Written Exam, Homework, Project Task

3. 3

   Evaluate the reflection characteristics from common and arbitrary loads, considering the impact on signal integrity and impedance matching.

   Taught by: Project Based Learning Model, Simulation Technique, Lecture Method · Assessed by: Traditional Written Exam, Homework, Project Task

4. 4

   Examine the sinusoidal steady-state analysis of two-conductor transmission lines, exploring frequency-domain behavior and power considerations.

   Taught by: Project Based Learning Model, Simulation Technique, Lecture Method · Assessed by: Traditional Written Exam, Homework, Project Task

5. 5

   Calculate the power in sinusoidal steady-state conditions for microwave systems, applying knowledge of power transfer and efficiency.

   Taught by: Project Based Learning Model, Simulation Technique, Lecture Method · Assessed by: Traditional Written Exam, Homework, Project Task

6. 6

   Demonstrate the use of Smith Charts in microwave engineering, showcasing their applications for impedance matching and network analysis.

   Taught by: Project Based Learning Model, Simulation Technique, Lecture Method · Assessed by: Traditional Written Exam, Homework, Project Task

7. 7

   Explore the design and characteristics of strip and microstrip lines, highlighting their advantages and applications in microwave circuits.

   Taught by: Project Based Learning Model, Simulation Technique, Lecture Method · Assessed by: Traditional Written Exam, Homework, Project Task

8. 8

   Apply the principles of microwave network parameters for 1, 2, 3, and 4 port configurations, demonstrating proficiency in network analysis and characterization.

   Taught by: Project Based Learning Model, Simulation Technique, Lecture Method · Assessed by: Traditional Written Exam, Homework, Project Task

WEEKLY PLAN

1. WEEK 1

   Introduction to Passive Microwave Devices / Time Domain Analysis of Two Conductor Transmission Lines

   Preparation: Lecture Notes and Related Book Chapter

2. WEEK 2

   Reflection From Some Common and Arbitrary Loads

   Preparation: Lecture Notes and Related Book Chapter

3. WEEK 3

   Sinusoidal Steady-State analysis of two-conductor transmission lines

   Preparation: Lecture Notes and Related Book Chapter

4. WEEK 4

   Power in Sinusoidal Steady-State

   Preparation: Lecture Notes and Related Book Chapter

5. WEEK 5

   Smith Chart and Applications

   Preparation: Lecture Notes and Related Book Chapter

6. WEEK 6

   Strip and Microstrip lines

   Preparation: Lecture Notes and Related Book Chapter

7. WEEK 7

   1 and 2 Port Microwave Network Parameters

   Preparation: Lecture Notes and Related Book Chapter

8. WEEK 8

   3 Port Microwave Network Parameters

   Preparation: Lecture Notes and Related Book Chapter

9. WEEK 9

   4 Port Microwave Network Parameters

   Preparation: Lecture Notes and Related Book Chapter

10. WEEK 10

    Impedance Matching

    Preparation: Lecture Notes and Related Book Chapter

11. WEEK 11

    Couplers, Even/Odd Modes

    Preparation: Lecture Notes and Related Book Chapter

12. WEEK 12

    Nonlinearities

    Preparation: Lecture Notes and Related Book Chapter

13. WEEK 13

    The Lossy Line and Lines as Resonators

    Preparation: Lecture Notes and Related Book Chapter

14. WEEK 14

    L, T, Pi Networks and Matching Constant Q

    Preparation: Lecture Notes and Related Book Chapter

ASSESSMENT

• Rate of Midterm Exam to Success50%
• Rate of Final Exam to Success50%

WORKLOAD

READING

• David Pozar, Microwave Engineering, 4ed, Wiley, 2012
• Robert E. Collins, Foundations for Microwave Engineering, 2ed, IEEE

TEACHING STAFF

• Prof.Dr. Ercümend ARVASCOORDINATOR
• Prof.Dr. Ercümend ARVAS