Microwave Theory and Techniques — Summer 2023

What is the range of microwave frequency? List down the advantages of microwave.

Show that TEM mode is not possible in rectangular waveguide.

Enlist the applications of microwave and explain any one.

What is the dominant mode in the rectangular waveguide? Which mode is called the dominant mode in the rectangular waveguide? Rectangular waveguide is which type of filter?

Demonstrate TE , TE , TM and TE modes in rectangular waveguide with necessary indications.

Derive an expression for a TM wave and obtain all the field components in a rectangular waveguide.

Classify various types of strip lines. Explain microstrip lines.

Which components are used in an equivalent circuit of non – TEM line? Draw the transmission line circuit and explain it in brief.

Differentiate between active and passive microwave components.

What is S-parameter? Why it is used at high frequencies? Explain S- parameter in detail with its matrix properties.

What is the difference between microwave power divider and microwave power coupler? Enlist and draw various microwave power dividers and couplers?

Write a brief note on PIN diode

Write a short note on Microwave amplifier design.

Explain IMPATT diode in brief.

Explain the effect of microwave on human body.

Draw diagram of Magic Tee junction and derive its s-parameter matrix.

Mention the importance of the impedance matching.

Give difference between E-plane Tee and H-plane Tee.

Explain two - cavity klystron in detail.

Write a brief note on antennas for ground based systems.

Explain microwave imaging in a brief.

Explain medical and civil applications of microwaves.

Demonstrate the working of directional coupler

Define the following terms and which parameters are measured by them. 1. Spectrum Analyzer 2. Network Analyzer.

List the various methods for measuring microwave frequencies and explain any one.