High Integrated Microwave Architecture Using LTCC-SIP Technology in Active Phased Array Antenna Applications

Frequenz ◽  
2012 ◽  
Vol 66 (7-8) ◽  
Author(s):  
Jun Zhou ◽  
Wei Shi ◽  
Wen-Bin Dou ◽  
Ya Shen
Keyword(s):  
Low Temperature ◽  
Insertion Loss ◽  
Return Loss ◽  
Phased Array ◽  
Three Dimensional ◽  
Basic Design ◽  
Phased Array Antenna ◽  
Test Board ◽  
Vertical Transitions ◽  
Better Than

AbstractA kind of three dimensional Low Temperature Co-fired Ceramic (LTCC)-System in Package (SIP) transition was proposed in this paper. The basic design of SIP with LTCC technology was done by vertical transitions which transmit the microwave signal from the bottom to the surface of the substrate. The measured insertion loss did not exceed 1.5 dB, which contains the insertion loss of the test board about 0.6 dB at 18 GHz and the return loss was better than

Phased-array antennas using novel PSoC-controlled phase shifters for wireless applications

2021 ◽  
pp. 1-13
Author(s):  
Aparna B. Barbadekar ◽  
Pradeep M. Patil
Keyword(s):  
Insertion Loss ◽  
Phase Shifter ◽  
Phased Array ◽  
Phase Shifters ◽  
Control Circuit ◽  
Power Divider ◽  
Phased Array Antenna ◽  
Phased Array Antennas ◽  
Array Antennas ◽  
Low Insertion Loss

Abstract The paper proposes a system consisting of novel programmable system on chip (PSoC)-controlled phase shifters which in turn guides the beam of an antenna array attached to it. Four antennae forming an array receive individual inputs from the programmable phase shifters (IC 2484). The input to the PSoC-based phase shifter is provided from an optimized 1:4 Wilkinson power divider. The antenna consists of an inverted L-shaped dipole on the front and two mirrored inverted L-shaped dipoles mounted on a rectangular conductive structure on the back which resonates in the ISM/Wi-Fi band (2.40–2.48 GHz). The power divider is designed to provide the feed to the phase shifter using a beamforming network while ensuring good isolation among the ports. The power divider has measured S11, S21, S31, S41, and S51 to be −14, −6.25, −6.31, −6.28, and −6.31 dB, respectively at a frequency of 2.45 GHz. The ingenious controller is designed in-house using a PSoC microcontroller to regulate the control voltage of individual phase shifter IC and generate progressive phase shifts. To validate the calibration of the in-house designed control circuit, the phased array is simulated using $s_p^2$ touchstone file of IC 2484. This designed control circuit exhibits low insertion loss close to −8.5 dB, voltage standing wave ratio of 1.58:1, and reflection coefficient (S11) is −14.36 dB at 2.45 GHz. Low insertion loss variations confirm that the phased-array antenna gives equal amplitude and phase. The beamforming radiation patterns for different scan angles (30, 60, and 90°) for experimental and simulated phased-array antenna are matched accurately showing the accuracy of the control circuit designed. The average experimental and simulated gain is 13.03 and 13.48 dBi respectively. The in-house designed controller overcomes the primary limitations associated with the present electromechanical phased array such as cost weight, size, power consumption, and complexity in design which limits the use of a phased array to military applications only. The current study with novel design and enhanced performance makes the system worthy of the practical use of phased-array antennas for common society at large.

Compact transition from CBCPW to substrate integrated suspended line (SISL) for operation up to 46 GHz

2019 ◽  
Vol 12 (2) ◽  
pp. 116-119
Author(s):  
F. Parment ◽  
A. Ghiotto ◽  
T.-P. Vuong ◽  
L. Carpentier ◽  
K. Wu
Keyword(s):  
Insertion Loss ◽  
Return Loss ◽  
Coplanar Waveguide ◽  
Experimental Results ◽  
Frequency Range ◽  
Better Than

AbstractA compact transition between conductor-backed coplanar waveguide (CBCPW) and substrate integrated suspended line (SISL) is presented. Compared to the reported transitions from CBCPW to SISL, performance and compactness are improved. For demonstration purpose, a multilayer transition is designed and fabricated for operation up to 46 GHz. Experimental results, based on an electronic calibration and thru–reflect–line calibration allowing measurement in the 0.01–50 GHz frequency range, demonstrate an insertion loss of 0.59 ± 0.51 dB with a return loss of better than 10 dB in the 10 MHz to 46 GHz frequency range.

A wideband right-angle transition between thin substrate integrated waveguide and rectangular waveguide based on multi-section structure

2015 ◽  
Vol 8 (2) ◽  
pp. 185-191 ◽  
Author(s):  
Teng Li ◽  
Wenbin Dou
Keyword(s):  
Insertion Loss ◽  
Rectangular Waveguide ◽  
Return Loss ◽  
Impedance Matching ◽  
Experimental Results ◽  
Center Frequency ◽  
Substrate Integrated Waveguide ◽  
Rectangular Aperture ◽  
Section Structure ◽  
Better Than

In this paper, a novel wideband right-angle transition between thin substrate integrated waveguide (SIW) and rectangular waveguide (RWG) based on multi-section structure operating at center frequency 31.5 GHz is presented. A multi-section SIW with a rectangular aperture etched on the broad wall and two stepped ridges embedded in the RWG flange are introduced to obtain a wide impedance matching. The simulations show that the bandwidth with return loss better than 20 dB is about 17 GHz. In order to verify our designs, two back-to-back transitions with different lengths are fabricated and measured. The experimental results agree well with simulations. The proposed component shows an insertion loss less than 0.44 dB and a return loss better than 14.5 dB over 12.15 GH, which corresponds to 38.57% bandwidth.

A Ku-Band Wideband Power Divider with Defected Ground Structure

2013 ◽  
Vol 385-386 ◽  
pp. 1292-1295
Author(s):  
Xu Han ◽  
Jian Hua Xu
Keyword(s):  
Insertion Loss ◽  
Return Loss ◽  
Ground Plane ◽  
Power Divider ◽  
Defected Ground Structure ◽  
Ground Structure ◽  
Power Split ◽  
Equal Power ◽  
Better Than ◽  
Ku Band

A planar power divider operating over the whole Ku-band is presented. The proposed device utilizes a T-microstrip junction combined with defected ground structure and an elliptical patch at the centre of the T-junction. An isolation resistor is connected across the slotted ground plane. The simulated results of the divider show equal power split, insertion loss is less than 0.3dB, return loss of all ports are better than 15dB, and isolation is better than 15dB over the whole Ku-band.

Broadband Transition between Rectangular Waveguide and Substrate Integrated Waveguide Based on Double Rhombus Antenna Probe

2014 ◽  
Vol 668-669 ◽  
pp. 799-802
Author(s):  
Hai Yan Jin ◽  
Teng Yue
Keyword(s):  
Insertion Loss ◽  
Rectangular Waveguide ◽  
Return Loss ◽  
Substrate Integrated Waveguide ◽  
Metal Waveguide ◽  
Low Insertion Loss ◽  
Better Than ◽  
Good Agreement

The paper presents a design of rectangular waveguide-SIW transition, which provides a broadband and low insertion loss performance. The broadband transition is realized by using double-rhombus antenna probe inserted into rectangular metal waveguide. The transition is simulated and measured at 9-20GHz. The measured results show that a good agreement with simulation and an insertion loss less than 2.8 dB and a return loss better than 10 dB are obtained at 10–18.5 GHz for a back-to-back structure.

New Microstrip Diplexer for Recent Wireless Applications

2018 ◽  
Vol 7 (3.4) ◽  
pp. 96 ◽  
Author(s):  
Yaqeen S. Mezaal ◽  
Seham A. Hashim ◽  
Aqeel H.Al-fatlawi ◽  
Hussein A. Hussein
Keyword(s):  
Insertion Loss ◽  
Return Loss ◽  
Design Method ◽  
Open Loop ◽  
Coupled Resonators ◽  
Wireless Applications ◽  
Frequency Responses ◽  
Operating Band ◽  
Dual Channel ◽  
Better Than

In this study, dual-channel diplexer using microstrip open loop coupled resonators has been designed and simulated; each channel has two operating band frequencies. This microstrip diplexer is designed for (1.424/1.732GHz) for first channel and (2.014/2.318GHz) for second channel. The simulated results for this device have insertion loss (1.8 and 1 dB) at load 1, and (1.5 and 3 dB) at load 2. Additionally, it has reasonable return loss magnitudes better than 10 dB and effective isolation between channels of35 dB. The proposed design has shown an uncomplicated topology, an effectual design method, small circuit size and narrowband frequency responses that are fitting for multi service wireless schemes.  

The study of a high-isolation single-pole-double-throw RF MEMS switch

2018 ◽  
Vol 32 (30) ◽  
pp. 1850362
Author(s):  
Lei Han ◽  
Shen Xiao
Keyword(s):  
Insertion Loss ◽  
Return Loss ◽  
Rf Mems ◽  
Frequency Range ◽  
Rf Mems Switch ◽  
High Isolation ◽  
Mems Switch ◽  
Thermal Actuators ◽  
Measurement Results ◽  
Better Than

In this paper, design, fabrication and measurements of a novel single-pole-double-throw three-state RF MEMS switch based on silicon substrate are presented. The RF MEMS switch consists of two UV-shaped beam push–pull thermal actuators which have three states of ON, OFF and Deep-OFF by using current actuation. When the switch is at Deep-OFF state, it can provide a higher isolation. The switch is fabricated by MetalMUMPs process. The measurement results show that, to the proposed single-pole-double-throw RF MEMS switch, when Switch I is at the ON state and Switch II is at the OFF state, the return loss is better than −16 dB, the insertion loss of Port1 and Port2 is less than −0.9 dB and the isolation of Port3 and Port1 is better than −22 dB at the frequency range from 8 GHz to 12 GHz. When Switch I is at the ON state and the actuator of Switch II is pulled back, which is called the Deep-OFF state, the return loss of Port1 is better than −15.5 dB, the insertion loss of Port1 and Port2 is better than −0.8 dB, and the isolation of Port3 and Port1 is better than −23.5 dB can be achieved at the frequency range from 8 GHz to 12 GHz.

Simulation on the Planar Array Antenna Penetrated to Tungsten Spherical Fragment

2013 ◽  
Vol 753-755 ◽  
pp. 1060-1064
Author(s):  
Feng Liu ◽  
Quan Shi ◽  
Guang Yan Wang ◽  
Bao Quan Zhang
Keyword(s):  
Phased Array ◽  
Rapid Assessment ◽  
Array Element ◽  
Array Antenna ◽  
Phased Array Antenna ◽  
X Band ◽  
Planar Array ◽  
Single Fragment ◽  
Element Number ◽  
Better Than

Assess the array element number of planar phased array antenna which suffers fragments combat damage. A single fragment damage as the research object, the simulation of penetration condition for Tungsten Spherical fragments is developed using the software of ANSYS/LS-DYNA. The penetration of antenna at 0°attack angel and 800m/s is simulated, and we can gain the penetrated distortion data. Based on the data the damage circular is calculated. The last one study was made on x-band planar array antennas, the array elements invulnerability of triangular setting is better than rectangular, and the influence characteristics between the position of the damage circle and the damage of the antenna. The results can be used in a rapid assessment of a battle-damaged Radar repair and maintain inventory of phased-Array element.

Beam Steering Phased Array Antenna With Fully Printed Phase Shifters Based on Low-Temperature Sintered BST-Composite Thick Films

2016 ◽  
Vol 26 (1) ◽  
pp. 70-72 ◽  
Author(s):  
Mohammad Nikfalazar ◽  
Christian Kohler ◽  
Alex Wiens ◽  
Arshad Mehmood ◽  
Mojtaba Sohrabi ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Low Temperature ◽  
Phased Array ◽  
Beam Steering ◽  
Thick Films ◽  
Phase Shifters ◽  
Array Antenna ◽  
Phased Array Antenna

scholarly journals A Sub-6G SP32T Single-Chip Switch with Nanosecond Switching Speed for 5G Applications in 0.25 μm GaAs Technology

Electronics ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 10 (12) ◽  
pp. 1482
Author(s):  
Tianxiang Wu ◽  
Jipeng Wei ◽  
Hongquan Liu ◽  
Shunli Ma ◽  
Yong Chen ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Insertion Loss ◽  
Design Methodology ◽  
Return Loss ◽  
Operating Frequency ◽  
Single Chip ◽  
Switching Speed ◽  
Dc Power ◽  
5G Communication ◽  
Measured Input ◽  
Better Than

This paper presents a single-pole 32-throw (SP32T) switch with an operating frequency of up to 6 GHz for 5G communication applications. Compared to the traditional SP32T module implemented by the waveguide package with large volume and power, the proposed switch can significantly simplify the system with a smaller size and light weight. The proposed SP32T scheme utilizing tree structure can dramatically reduce the dc power and enhance isolation between different output ports, which makes it suitable for low-power 5G communication. A design methodology of a novel transmission (ABCD) matrix is proposed to optimize the switch, which can achieve low insertion loss and high isolation simultaneously. The average insertion loss and the isolations are 1.5 and 35 dB at 6 GHz operating frequency, respectively. The switch exhibits the measured input return loss which is better than 10 dB at 6 GHz. The 1 dB input compression point of SP32T is 15 dBm. The prototype is designed in 5 V 0.25 μm GaAs technology and occupies a small area of 12 mm2.

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