Analysis and Design of Rectangular Waveguide-to-microstrip e-Probe Transitions

Abstract

This thesis introduces broadband waveguide-to-microstrip E-Probe transitions for the X band (8.0 to 12.4 GHz). Advantages of the E-Probe transition are discussed and compared to other existing waveguide-to-microstrip transitions. Basic operation of the waveguide-to-microstrip interface is addressed as well as the design procedure used to optimize each configuration for the best electrical performance. The design of a test fixture to accurately measure the results of a single waveguide-to-microstrip transition is presented. Various E-Probe transition configurations were designed and tested. Experimental data shows the E-Probe transitions are broadband with low insertion loss. Suggestions for future modifications and potential improvements are discussed.

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Graduation Date

1989

Semester

Fall

Advisor

Christodoulou, Christos

Degree

Master of Science (M.S.)

College

College of Engineering

Department

Electrical Engineering and Communication Sciences

Format

PDF

Pages

60 p.

Language

English

Length of Campus-only Access

None

Access Status

Masters Thesis (Open Access)

Location

Orlando (Main) Campus

Identifier

DP0026681

Subjects

Dissertations, Academic -- Engineering; Engineering -- Dissertations, Academic

Accessibility Status

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