RF & Microwave Design Essentials

by Matthew M. Radmanesh, Ph.D.

This book is an indispensable tool for the RF/Microwave engineers as well as scientists in the field working on the high frequency circuit applications.

RF and Microwave technology are essential throughout industry and to a world of new applications, in wireless communications, in Global positioning System (GPS), in healthcare, in medicine, and many other sciences.

As applications of RF and microwaves continue to evolve and as this technology becomes a common factor in the scientific and engineering communities, it becomes imperative that university students, practicing scientists, and engineers develop thorough familiarity with the measurement techniques, electronic principles, and design fundamentals underlying this technology.

RF & Microwave Design Essentials is the quickest way to master this powerful subject...

It presents numerous advantages over existing texts:

Postulates- A series of scientific postulates and axioms laying the foundation of the engineering sciences.

Classical Laws- Classical laws of electricity and magnetism, all inter-related, conceptually and graphically.

New Emphasis- A shift of emphasis from rigorous mathematical solutions of Maxwell's equations, and instead aptly placing it on simple concepts underlying these equations.

DC/Low Frequency Electronics- An easy transition to RF/Microwave principles preventing a gap of knowledge in the reader's mind.

New Technical Terms- Precisely defined as introduced, thereby keeping the subject matter in focus and preventing miscomprehension.

Graphics- Abundant graphical illustrations and diagrams, bringing a great deal of clarity and ease to the field of RF and Microwaves.

CD-ROM- Enabling sophisticated design capabilities as well as solving practical design. The CD-ROM provides design worksheets and menus as well as actual design examples in a Microsoft® Excel Environment, where the student can design or analyze RF/Microwave circuits easily and efficiently.

MORE DETAILED DESCRIPTION

The initial motivation was to bring the basics to the forefront and orient the reader in such a way that he or she can think with these fundamentals correctly.

This eventually led to writing the first manuscript several years ago and then the final preparation of this book at present.

In preparing this book, the emphasis was shifted from rigorous and sophisticated mathematical solutions of Maxwell's equations and instead has been aptly placed on RF and microwave circuit analysis and design principles using simple concepts while emphasizing the basics all the way.

It is an interestingly uncommon book written primarily for the technical man.

It is intended to serve several classes of our society a) The technically versed individuals, b) The microwave design engineers, c) The professional scientists, d) The RF/microwave students.

This book will surely serve also an important class of our society -- the technical inventors who are looking for inspirations and new ideas to imbue them with enough understanding to finalize and materialize their thoughts into reality.

It is written for the technically versed individual who desires to learn about the microwave industry more in depth.

It is intended to lift the aura of "black magic" surrounding the world of microwaves, to enlighten and demystify the subject of sciences in the minds of ordinary individuals.

This book is intended to be used in a 2-semester course in RF and microwave electronics engineering for senior-level or graduate students and should serve as an excellent reference guide for the practicing RF and microwave engineer in the field as well. The current work starts from very general postulates, considerations and laws and, chapter by chapter, narrows the focus to very specific concepts and applications, culminating in the design of various RF and microwave circuits.

The book, divided into three parts and 15 chapters, develops and presents these chapters with the progressive development of concepts following the same pattern as presented in the pyramid of knowledge in Chapter 1, which is:

Part I- The Highest Fundamentals Chapters 1-4 form the foundation of sciences in general, and electronics in particular.

Part II- Wave Propagation in Networks Chapters 5-10 present the basics of RF and Microwaves, wave propagation, and network characterization concepts Smith Chart and its numerous applications to matching circuits.

Part III- Circuit Design Essentials Chapters 11-15 deal with the analysis and basic considerations in active circuits and design of narrow band amplifier circuits. A list of symbols used in each chapter and a series of problems are included at the end of each chapter to help the reader gain a fuller understanding of the presented materials.

The book ends with a glossary of technical terms and several important appendixes. These appendixes cover physical constants and other important data needed in the analysis or design process.

The Importance of Work

Within the confines of this book, one is given a chance for the first time to take an in-depth look and inspect first-hand the secrets of electricity from DC to microwaves. Its dominance and imposing characteristics in all aspects of our existence is truly remarkable.

The basics are stated in simple terms and clear explanations express the powerful principles lucidly and dynamically, providing an unforgettable impression in the reader's mind.

In summary, this book has some unique strengths which make it different from prior literature and an attractive reference for the reader.

1. The presentation of a series of scientific postulates and axioms at the start of the book lays the foundation for any of the engineering sciences and is unique to this book compared with similar RF and Microwave texts.

2. The presentation of classical laws and principles of electricity and magnetism, all inter-related, conceptually and graphically.

3. There is a shift of emphasis from rigorous mathematical solutions of Maxwell's equations, and instead has been aptly placed on simple yet fundamental concepts that underlie these equations. This shift of emphasis will promote a deeper understanding of the electronics, particularly at RF/Microwave frequencies.

4. Low-frequency electronics unlike most RF/Microwave texts has been amply treated, which makes an easy transition to RF/Microwave principles and prevents a gap of knowledge in the reader's mind.

5. New technical terms are precisely defined as they are first introduced, thereby keeping the subject matter in focus and preventing misunderstanding, and finally the abundant use of graphical illustrations and diagrams brings a great deal of clarity and conceptual understanding, enabling difficult concepts to be understood with ease.

A comprehensive glossary of technical terms provided at the end is a great aid in understanding RF and Microwaves and makes this book invaluable for anyone aspiring to master this field of study.

The appendix section provides a list of all symbols used in the book, information on many physical constants, mathematical identities, and generally known laws and makes them sufficiently accessible for easy reference.

RF & Microwave Design Essentials

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