Abstract
For microwave signals within the 0.5 to 10.5 GHz range, we present an integrated broadband balun that carries signals from co-axial cable to microstrip to parallel-plate line. We use this arrangement as the feed line for a broadband double-sided antenna, and this antenna feed is presented as an application of the integrated balun. In addition, we devise a testing method for the balun, which is demonstrated. Through this testing method, the transmission, reflection, and radiation losses associated with the balun are readily determined. © 2005 Wiley Periodicals, Inc.
Original language | English (US) |
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Pages (from-to) | 501-504 |
Number of pages | 4 |
Journal | Microwave and Optical Technology Letters |
Volume | 44 |
Issue number | 6 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - Mar 20 2005 |
Externally published | Yes |