Microwave circuit modeling using electromagnetic field simulation / Daniel G. Swanson, Jr., Wolfgang J.R. Hoefer.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Swanson, Daniel G.

Contributor:

Hoefer, Wolfgang J. R.

Series:

Artech House microwave library.

Artech House microwave library

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Microwave circuits--Computer simulation.

Microwave circuits.

Electromagnetic fields--Computer simulation.

Electromagnetic fields.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (487 p.)

Edition:

1st ed.

Place of Publication:

Boston : Artech House, c2003.

Language Note:

English

Summary:

This unique "how to" book is an ideal introduction to electromagnetic field-solvers. It provides you with helpful advice on selecting the right tools for your RF and high-speed digital circuit design work. The focus is on the strengths and weaknesses of the major commercial software packages. Featuring full-color illustrations, this practical resource offers you invaluable tips and techniques on the use and evaluation of these products.

Contents:

Contents vii; C1 Introduction 1; C2 CAD of Passive Components 9; C3 Numerical Electromagnetics 29; C4 Alternative Classifications 81; C5 Moment Method Simulators 89; C6 Finite Element Method Simulators 125; C7 FDTD and TLM Simulators 153; C8 Ports and De-embedding 173; C9 Numerical Methods Summary 199; C10 Microstrip 205; C11 Computing Impedance 237; C12 Vias, Via Fences, and Grounding Pads 255; C13 Multilayer Printed Circuit Boards 283; C14 Connectors 315; C15 Backward Wave Couplers 339; C16 Microstrip Filters 377; C17 Other Microwave Filters 407; C18 Choosing the Right Software 433

Appendix A: Survey of Field-Solver Software 439Appendix B: List of Software Vendors 453; Appendix C: List of Internet Sites 457; About the Authors 459; Index 461

Notes:

Description based upon print version of record.

Includes bibliographical references and index.

ISBN:

1-58053-688-3

OCLC:

559857350