Narrow-band matching networks for quasi-TEM coupled microstrip lines

Josh G. Nickel, Mark D. Hampson, Ho Young R. Chung, José E. Schutt-Ainé

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Abstract

For coupled-line systems, "matching" involves entire impedance matrix networks and necessarily involves multiple propagating modes. This paper presents the synthesis of several matching strategies for symmetric coupled-line microstrip structures mismatched with several types of simple passive terminations. Detailed multiconductor transmission-line analysis provides the basis for procedures to optimize the parameters of several matching networks (stubs, reactances, transformers) that yield significant line and mode reflection reduction resulting from the mismatches. Measurement of synthesized structures verifies the reflection reduction and power savings.

Original languageEnglish (US)
Pages (from-to)1392-1399
Number of pages8
JournalIEEE Transactions on Microwave Theory and Techniques
Volume50
Issue number5
DOIs
StatePublished - May 2002

Keywords

  • Coupled microstrip
  • Matching networks
  • Multiconductor transmission lines

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Radiation
  • Condensed Matter Physics
  • Electrical and Electronic Engineering

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