Microwave and RF Design: A Systems Approach - Hardcover

Steer, Michael

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 189112188X ISBN 13: 9781891121883

Publisher: SciTech Publishing Inc, 2010

Synopsis

Plain and simple, this book is the result of years of work, including the publication of a beta version so we could make sure the final product is the very best textbook available. Just as an example, the beta version was 670 pages, and comments from reviewers like you have resulted in a 1,000 page powerhouse. Written by Michael Steer, Lampe Professor of Electrical and Computer Engineering at North Carolina State University, the independent modules in this book can be employed for a single course, or the same textbook can carry the student and instructor through multiple courses in microwave and radio frequency design. This book is a comprehensive introduction to RF and microwave design with a systems first approach. However, this does not mean that components are ignored. The book is arranged in five modules (see the TOC) that are independent but do build on each other and are best taught in sequence. Design examples are used throughout the book, and many of them incorporate design tradeoffs that are only appreciated in the context of a specific design. The book is also characterized by design emphasis with discussion of manufacturability and practical design decisions. Modern treatment - This treatment of radio frequency and microwave engineering provides the tools for engineers to work with modern radio, radar and sensor systems. Advanced components and design techniques are presented, along with a thoroughly modern treatment of traditional microwave theory and techniques. Well rounded radio frequency and microwave engineer - Learning RF and microwave engineering through this book prepares the student and practicing engineer with the skills to engage RF and microwave engineering in the context of the larger system. The engineer will be able to engage in the important tradeoffs between microwave, analog, RF, digital and algorithmic design. Valuable resource - This book is a valuable resource for the practicing engineer with in-depth analysis of modern microwave components and subsystems. The practicing engineer will be able to develop and refine the techniques required to achieve competitive designs.

About this title

Synopsis

This senior-grad text and professional reference offers a modern, comprehensive introduction to RF and microwave design by employing a strong components and systems approach and less on abstract electromagnetic theory. The main emphasis is on RF systems, followed by transmission line theory, finally covering coupled lines, RF and microwave components, and their applications. A complete combline microstrip filter design is used to introduce advanced filter concepts. It has extensive emphasis on design with many examples and discussion of manufacturability and practical design decisions. The book is arranged as three modules so that any of the modules can be taught independently, and addresses common questions from students. Cell phone system is used as a running case study to motivate students and underscore principles.

Edition details

• Publisher: SciTech Publishing Inc
• Publication date: 2010
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 189112188X
• ISBN 13: 9781891121883
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 1000