Microstrip Lines and Slotlines, Fourth Edition is an indispensable resource for the research and design communities. This edition is updated to reflect the latest developments in the field, providing extensive analysis techniques and CAD design and modeling information. This volume covers approximate and full-wave analysis techniques, accurate circuit model extraction, and design information focusing on miniaturization, broadband operation, and precise design.
It also incorporates the most recent information from conferences, journals, books, and personal research. New topics on Metamaterial Based Transmission Lines and Numerical Simulation and Modeling of transmission lines are introduced, aligning with the book's core themes. Some of the key updates included in this fourth edition are the integration of significant materials, significant revisions reflecting the latest research, and the introduction of cutting-edge topics, enhancing the existing content.
With these comprehensive updates, Microstrip Lines and Slotlines, Fourth Edition ensures that readers have access to the most relevant and cutting-edge information in the field of printed transmission lines. This book is a must-have for professionals and researchers dedicated to advancing their knowledge and expertise in this dynamic area.
Preface to the Fourth Edition
Preface to the Third Edition
Preface to the Second Edition
Preface to the First Edition
1 Microstrip Lines I: Quasi-Static Analyses, Dispersion Models, and Measurements
1.1 Introduction
1.2 Quasi-Static Analyses of a Microstrip Line
1.3 Microstrip Line Dispersion Models
1.4 Microstrip Line Transitions
1.5 Microstrip Measurements
1.6 Fabrication
2 Microstrip Lines II: Fullwave Analyses, Design Considerations, and Applications
2.1 Methods of Fullwave Analysis
2.2 Analysis of Open Microstrip Line
2.3 Analysis of an Enclosed Microstrip Line
2.4 Design Considerations
2.5 Other Types Variants of Microstrip Line
2.6 Slow-Wave Microstrip Lines
2.7 Microstrip Line Applications
3 Microstrip Discontinuities: Analysis, Characterization, and Compensation
3.1 Introduction
3.2 Discontinuity Capacitance Evaluation
3.3 Discontinuity Inductance Evaluation
3.4 Full-wave Analysis
3.5 Planar Waveguide Analysis of Junction Discontinuities
3.6 Characterization of Discontinuities
3.7 Compensated Microstrip Discontinuities
4 Coupled Microstrip Lines
4.1 Introduction
4.2 Analysis of Coupled Lines
4.3 Characteristics of Coupled Microstrip Lines
4.4 Measurements on Coupled Microstrip Lines
4.5 Design Considerations for Coupled Microstrip Lines
4.6 Slot-Coupled Microstrip Lines
4.7 Coupled Multi-conductor Microstrip Lines
4.8 Discontinuities in Coupled Microstrip Lines
5 Slotline
5.1 Introduction
5.2 Slotline Analysis
5.3 Design Considerations
5.4 Slotline Discontinuities
5.5 Variants of Slotline
5.6 Slotline Transitions
5.7 Slotline Applications
6 Defected Ground Structure (DGS)
6.1 Introduction
6.2 DGS Characteristics
6.3 Modeling of DGS
6.4 Applications of DGS
7 Coplanar Lines: Coplanar Waveguide and Coplanar Strips
7.1 Introduction
7.2 Analysis
7.3 Design Considerations
7.4 Losses
7.5 Effect of Tolerances
7.6 Comparison with Microstrip Line and Slotline
7.7 Transitions
7.8 Discontinuities in Coplanar Lines
7.9 Coplanar Line Circuits
8 Metamaterials and Planar Transmission Lines
8.1 Introduction
8.2 Metamaterial-Based Printed Transmission Lines
8.3 Modeling
8.4 Applications
9 Substrate Integrated Waveguide (SIW)
9.1 Introduction
9.2 Analysis Techniques of SIW
9.3 Design Considerations
9.4 Other SIW Configurations
9.5 Transitions Between SIW and Planar Transmission Lines
9.6 SIW Components and Antennas
9.7 Fabrication Technologies and Materials
10 Numerical Simulation and Modeling
10.1 Introduction to Numerical Simulations
10.2 Speed up of Numerical Simulations
10.3 Simulation Assisted Design
10.4 Modeling Techniques
10.5 Modeling Assisted Electromagnetic Design
About the Authors
Index