Microwave Frequencies and Microwave PCB (Online Course)

Описание: This video is taken from our online course "The Complete Foundation in Modern PCB Technology," focusing on the distinct engineering principles and complexities involved in high-frequency and microwave applications of Printed Circuit Boards. The video introduces the conceptual background of microwave frequency ranges.

The discussion highlights the classification of microwave PCBs as a separate category within electronic hardware, necessitating specialized materials, structural configurations, and simulation methodologies. As a practical demonstration, the video features two essential microwave components as examples: a parallel coupled-line directional coupler and a power splitter, both modeled and designed using AWR Microwave Office. These designs illustrate the application of electromagnetic principles in controlled environments, where trace geometry, substrate selection, and layout symmetry critically impact performance.

The video concludes by reflecting on one of the most technically demanding aspects of RF engineering: the design of on-board antennas. Unlike off-the-shelf modules, embedded antennas require precise impedance matching, substrate optimization, and spatial field considerations. The antenna becomes an active part of the board, where even mechanical layout and housing proximity may affect electromagnetic propagation.

This course segment is intended to establish foundational awareness for early-career engineers and advanced students aiming to enter the domain of RF and microwave PCB design. It does not oversimplify, nor does it assume prior specialization in the field. Rather, it encourages further exploration by positioning these topics in their proper scientific and engineering context.

This video is part of our course, "The Complete Foundation in Modern PCB Technology", available on NMT Electronics Academy. The course covers all the fundamentals of PCB technology, from basic concepts to design, manufacturing, and global logistics.

The course is available at www.nmtacademy.tech

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