Microwaves, the basics of wireless communications
Summary
This course is an introduction to microwaves and microwave passive circuits. A special attention is given to the introduction of the notion of distributed circuits and to the scattering matrix
Content
Introduction: Definition of the basic notions, applications: radar ,wireless communications, satellites, wireless sensors, atomic clocks, biological effects
Microwave networks: Modes, S-parameters and scattering matrix. Waveguides and microwave printed circuits
Microwave circuits: Description of some devices with 1, 2, 3 and 4 ports. Basic passive components for wireless devices
Device and signal measurements: Basic principles, reflectometry, vector network analyzer, attenuation and phaseshift, TDR. Calibration for error compensation and deembedding. Measurement of frequency and power.
Mini-project in groups: design and simulation of a passive microwave component
Keywords
microwaves, S-parameters, passive devices
Learning Prerequisites
Recommended courses
Electromagnetisme, introduction aux microones et antennes
Important concepts to start the course
Transmission line theory
Maxwell's equations
Learning Outcomes
By the end of the course, the student must be able to:
- Analyze Microwave circuits
- Design Microwave components
- Formalize S-parameter model
- Synthesize Microwave components
- Explore Distributed components
Transversal skills
- Use a work methodology appropriate to the task.
- Plan and carry out activities in a way which makes optimal use of available time and other resources.
- Negotiate effectively within the group.
- Demonstrate a capacity for creativity.
- Make an oral presentation.
Teaching methods
Ex cathedra with demonstrations and exercises
Excercises using simulation tools
Learning by project
Expected student activities
Solve excercises using paper and pencil
Solve excercises using simulation tools
Pariticipate to a mini project (small group)
Assessment methods
One mandatory mid term test
One mini project in small groups
Presentation of he results of the mini porject
Resources
Bibliography
Handouts
Websites
Moodle Link
Prerequisite for
Microwaves, practical work and projects
In the programs
- Semester: Fall
- Exam form: During the semester (winter session)
- Subject examined: Microwaves, the basics of wireless communications
- Courses: 2 Hour(s) per week x 14 weeks
- Exercises: 2 Hour(s) per week x 14 weeks
- Type: optional
- Semester: Fall
- Exam form: During the semester (winter session)
- Subject examined: Microwaves, the basics of wireless communications
- Courses: 2 Hour(s) per week x 14 weeks
- Exercises: 2 Hour(s) per week x 14 weeks
- Type: optional