Improved Computer-Aided Synthesis Tools for the Design of Matching Networks for Wide-Band Microwave Amplifiers

Abstract

Network synthesis is a powerful design tool when applied to the design of matching networks for wide-band microwave amplifiers. Significant design improvements have been made in the computer-aided synthesis process, which provides a powerful, efficient, and friendly tool for the microwave amplifier designer. Design methodologies are given, computer automation methods are outlined, and a complete amplifier design example is included.