EC6503 Transmission lines and Waveguides Department of ECE 2018 - 2019

EC6503 TRANSMISSION LINES AND WAVEGUIDES

UNIT –I TRANSMISSION LINE THEORY

PART A - C303.1

1. Distinguish lumped parameters and distributed parameters.

Lumped parameters are individually concentrated or lumped at discrete points in the
circuit and can be identified definitely as representing a particular parameter.
Distributed parameters are distributed along the circuit, each elemental length of the
circuit having its own values and concentration of the individual parameters is not
possible.

2.What are the different types of transmission lines?

The different types of transmission lines are
1.Open wire line 2. Cable 3. Coaxial line 4. Waveguide

3.Describe the different parameters of a transmission line.

(1)The parameters include resistance, which is uniformly distributed along the length of
the conductors. Since current will be present, the conductors will be surrounded and
linked by magnetic flux, and this phenomena will demonstrate its effect in distributed
inductance along the line.(2)The conductors are separated by insulating dielectric, so that
capacitance will be distributed along the conductor length.(3)The dielectric or the
insulators of the open wire line may not be perfect, a leakage current will flow, and
leakage conductance will exist between the conductors.

4. Give the general equations of a transmission line.

The general equations are,
E = ERcosh√ZY s + IRZosinh √ZY s
I = IRcosh√ZY s + ( ER / Zo ) sinh √ZY s where Z= R + jωL = series impedance, ohms
per unit length of line and Y = G + j ωC = shunt admittance, mhos per unit length of
line.

5. What is the advantage in terminating a line with its characteristic impedance?

A line of finite length, terminated in a load equivalent to its characteristic impedance,
appears to the sending end generator as an infinite line.

6. Define wavelength of the line. (Jan 2016)

The distance the wave travels along the line while the phase angle is changing through
2π radians is called a wavelength.

7. What is the relationship between characteristic impedance and propagation

constant.
R  jL
Zo  and   R  jL G  jC  . On multiplying Z o , characteristic
G  jC

impedance and  , propagation constant, we get, Z o X  R  jL and  G  jC
Zo

8. What is meant by distortion less line?&Give the condition for a distortion less line?
(Nov 2017).
A distortion less line is one which has neither frequency nor delay distortion. The
attenuation constant and velocity of propagation cannot be functions of frequency.
The condition for a distortion less line is, LG = RC
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9. Find the characteristic impedance of the line at 1600 Hz if Z oc  750   30   and

Z sc  600   20   (Nov 2016).
Solution: Characteristic impedance, Z o  Z oc Z sc
= 750  30 X 600  20
= 670.8  25 

10. Define frequency distortion.

Attenuation constant α is a function of frequency. All frequencies transmitted on a line
will then not be attenuated equally. A complex applied voltage, such as a voice voltage
containing many frequencies, will not have all frequencies transmitted with equal
attenuation, and the received waveform will not be identical with the input waveform at
the sending end. This variation is known as frequency distortion.

11. Define delay or phase distortion.

All frequencies applied to a transmission line will not have the same time of
transmission, some
frequencies being delayed more than others. For an applied voice voltage wave the
received waveform will not be identical with the input waveform at the sending end,
since some frequency components will be delayed more than those of other
frequencies. This phenomenon is known as delay or phase distortion.

12. How can you reduce frequency distortion?

Frequency distortion is reduced in the transmission of high quality radio broadcast
programs over wire lines by use of equalizers at the line terminals. These circuits are
networks whose frequency and phase characteristics are adjusted to be inverse to those
of the lines, resulting in an over-all uniform frequency response over the desired
frequency band.

13. How can you overcome delay distortion?

Coaxial cables are used to overcome delay distortion. In such cables, the internal
inductance is low at high frequencies because of skin effect, the resistance is small
because of the large conductors, and capacitance and leakages are small because of the
use of air dielectric with a minimum of spacers. The velocity of propagation is raised
and made more nearly equal for all frequencies.

14. Give the expressions for attenuation constant, phase constant and velocity of
propagation in a telephone cable.
Attenuation constant, α = √ (ωRC) / 2 Phase constant, β = √ (ωRC) / 2
Velocity of propagation, vp = ω/ β = √ (2ω) /RC

15. What is the need for inductance loading of telephone cables?

The condition for a distortion less line is, LG = RC. In order to achieve this condition,
L/C ratio has to be increased. To increase this ratio, the value of L must be increased
which in turn is increased by adding lumped inductors spaced at regular intervals
along the telephone cables.

16. What do you mean by reflection factor?

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The change in current in the load due to reflection at the mismatched junction is called
the reflection factor and is given by reflection factor, k = 2 Z R Z O
Z R  ZO

17. Define reflection loss.

Reflection loss is defined as the number of nepers or decibels by which the current in
the load under image matched conditions would exceed the current actually flowing in
 ZR  Zo 2

the load. Reflection loss, nepers = 10 log   , Reflection loss, dB = 20 log
 4Z R Z O 
 
 Z Z 
 R o 
2 Z Z 
 R O 
Where ZR = Receiving end impedance, Zo = characteristic impedance

18. Define insertion loss of a line. (May 2015)

The insertion loss of a line or network is defined as the number of nepers or decibels by
which the current in the load is changed by the insertion.

19. What are the primary&secondary constants of a transmission line?

The primary constants of a transmission line are resistance R, ohm/unit length,
inductance L, henry/unit length, capacitance C, farad/unit length and conductance G,
mho/unit length.
The secondary constants of a transmission line are characteristic impedance and
propagation constant.

20. A transmission line has Z o  745   12  ohms and is terminated by

Z R  100 ohms. Calculate the reflection loss in dB and reflection factor. (May
2017)
 Z Z 
Solution: Reflection loss, dB = 20 log  R o  = 3.776 dB
2 Z Z 
 R O 
2 Z RZO
Reflection factor, k = = 0.648
ZR  ZO

21. When does a finite line appear as an infinite line?

A line of finite length, terminated in a load equivalent to its characteristic impedance
appears to the sending end generator as an infinite line.

22. Write the equation for the input impedance of a transmission line.
The equation for the input impedance of a transmission line is
 Z coshl  Z o sinh l 
Zin  Z o  R 
 Z o coshl  Z R sinh l 

23. A 50 ohms coaxial cable feeds a 75+j20 ohms dipole antenna. Find reflection
coefficient and standing wave ratio.
Solution: Given Zo = 50 ohms, ZR = 75+j20 ohms
Z  Zo
Reflection co-efficient, K = R
Z R  Zo

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75  j 20  50 25  j 20 3238.65
  
75  j 20  50 125  j 20 126.589.09
1  K 1  0.25
 0.2529.56 SWR, S   1.666
1  K 1  0.25
24. Find the reflection coefficient of a 50 ohm transmission line when it is terminated
by a load impedance of 60+j40 ohm.(Nov 2015)
Solution: Given Zo = 50 ohms, ZR = 60+j40 ohms
Z  Zo
Reflection co-efficient, K = R
Z R  Zo
60  j 40  50 10  j 40 41.2375.9 
  
60  j 40  50 110  j 40 117.04719.98
 0.352355.9169
1 K
Standing wave ratio, S 
1 K
1  0.3523
  2.08
1  0.3523

25.What is the drawback of using ordinary telephone cables?(May 2015)

The drawback of using ordinary telephone cables is the attenuation and velocity are
functions of frequency and there will be very considerable frequency and delay
distortion.

26. Find the attenuation constant and phase constant of a wave propagating along
the line Whose   1.048x104 88.8
Solution: Propagation constant,     j
that is,   1.048x104 88.8
In rectangular form,   2.194x106  j1x104 , Equating the real and imaginary
parts, we get,   2.194x106 nepers per unit length and   1 x104 rad per unit length.

27. What is characteristic impedance? (Nov 2017)

The characteristic impedance of a uniform transmission line is the ratio of the amplitudes
of voltage and current of a single wave propagating along the line; that is, a wave
travelling in one direction in the absence of reflections in the other direction.

28.A lossless line hasan characteristic impedance of 400Ω. Determine the standing
wave ratio if the receiving impedance is 800+j0.0Ω. (May 2017)
Z  Zo
Reflection co-efficient, K = R
Z R  Zo
800  400 400 1
    0.33
800  400 1200 3
1 K
Standing wave ratio, S 
1 K
1  0.3333
  1.999  2
1  0.3333

PART B- C303.1
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1. (i) Derive the transmission line equation and hence obtain the expression for voltage
and current on a transmission line.
(ii) Prove that an infinite line equal to finite line terminated in its characteristic
impedance.(May 2016,Nov 2017 )
2. A communication link has R = 10.4 ohm/km, L = 3.67 mH/km, G = 0.08 µmho/km
and C = 0.0083µF/km. Determine the characteristic impedance, propagationconstant,
phase constant, velocity of propagation, sending end current and receiving end
current for given frequency f = 1kHz, sending end voltage is 1 volts and transmission
line length is 100km.(May 2017)
3. Derive the expressions for attenuation constant, phase constant.
4. Derive the expressions for input impedance of open &short circuited lines.(Nov 2015)
5. Discuss in detail about lumped loading and derive the Campbell’s equation.
(May 2017)
6. A telephone cable 64 km long has a resistance of 13 ohms/km and a capacitance of
0.008 micro farad/km. Calculate attenuation constant, velocity and wavelength of the
line at 1000 HZ.( Nov 2015)
7. A parallel – wire transmission line is having the following line parameters at 5 KHZ.
Series resistance R = 2.59 x 10-3 ohm/m, Series inductance L = 2 micro H/m, Shunt
conductance G = 0 mho/mand capacitance between conductors C = 5.56 nF/m. Find
the characteristic impedance, attenuation constant, phase shift constant, velocity of
propagation and wavelength. (Nov 2015)
8. A 2 meter long transmission line with characteristic impedance of 60+j40 ohm is
operating at   106 rad / sec has attenuation constant of zero neper/m. If the line is
terminated by a load of 20+j50ohms, determine the input impedance of this line.
(May 2017)
9. For a transmission line terminated in Z0, prove that Z o  Z oc Z sc . The following
Measurements are made on a 25km line at a frequency of 796 Hz,
Z SC  3220  79.29, Z OC  130176.67 .
Determine the primary constants of the line.
10. Characteristic impedance of a uniform transmission line is 2309.6 ohms at 800 HZ.
At this frequency, the propagation constant is 0.054(0.0366+j0.999) per km.
Determine R and L.
11. (i) Derive the conditions for minimum attenuation in the distortion less transmission
line.(Nov 2016)
(ii) Explain in detail about the reflection on a line not terminated in its characteristic
impedance Zo.(Nov2017).
12.(i) Explain the concept of loading and different types of loading of transmission lines
(ii) A transmission line has L =10mH/m, C=10-7 F/m, R = 20 ohm/m and
 500 
G = 10-5mhos/m. Find theinput impedance at a frequency of   Hz, if the line
 2 
is very long.
13.(i)The constants of line are are R=6 ohm/Km.L=2.2mH/Km.C=0.005µF/Km and
G=0.25*10^-3 mhos/Km. Calculate the attenuation constant and phase constant at
1000Hz.
(ii) A transmission line has a characteristic impedance of (683-j138).The propagation
constant is ((0.0074+j0.0356)per Km. Determine the values of R and L of this line if
thefrequency is 1000Hz.
14. A lossless transmission line with Zo=50Ω and d=1.5m connects a voltage Vg
Source to a terminal load of Zl=50+j50Ω, find the distance first voltage maximum lM
from the load and what is the power delivered to the load PL? Assume the speed of
the wave along the transmission line equal to the speed of light C. (Nov 2017)
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UNIT- II HIGH FREQUENCY TRANSMISSION LINES

PART A- C303.2

1. What are the standard assumptions made for RF line? (May 2016)
Very considerable skin effect, so that currents may be assumed as flowing on conductor
surfaces, internal inductance then being zero. Assume ωL>> R. this assumption is
justifiable because it is found that the R increases because of skin effect with (f)1/2
while the line reactance increases directly with frequency f.The lines are well enough
constructed that G may be considered zero.

2. What is called a line of small dissipation and a line of zero dissipation?

Line of small dissipation: If resistance R is small, the line is considered as one of
small dissipation and this concept is useful when lines are employed as circuit elements
or where resonance properties are involved.
Line of zero dissipation: If resistance R is completely negligible, the line is
considered as one of zero dissipation. This concept is useful in applications where
losses may be neglected as in transmission of power at high efficiency.

3. What is known as a standing wave?

The actual voltage at any point on the transmission line is the sum of the incident and
reflected wave voltages at that point. The resultant total voltage wave appears to stand
still on the line, oscillating in magnitude with time but having field positions of maxima
and minima. . Such a wave is known as a standing wave.

4. What are nodes and antinodes on a line?(Nov 2017).

Node: Nodes are points of zero voltage or current in the standing wave systems.
Antinodes:Antinodes or loops are points of maximum voltage or current.

5. Define smooth line. (May 2017)

A line terminated in Ro has no standing waves and thus no nodes or loops and this is
called a smooth line.

6. Define SWR. (May 2017)

The ratio of the maximum to minimum magnitudes of current or voltage on a line
having standing waves is called the standing wave ratio SWR S.
E max I max
S= or S =
E min I min

7. Give the relationship between SWR and the magnitude of reflection co-
efficient.(May2016)
1 K
VSWR 
1 K

8. Name the devices used for the measurement of standing waves.

Slotted line section and directional coupler are the devices used for the measurement of
standing waves.
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9. Define reflection coefficient.

The ratio of amplitudes of the reflected and incident voltage waves at the receiving end
of the line is frequently called the reflection coefficient.

10. Give the expression for the input impedance of the dissipation less line (Nov
2017).
 Z  jRo tan l 
Zin= Ro  R  , ohm
 Ro  jZ R tan l 

11. Explain the similarity of performance of open circuited and short circuited
lines to that of series resonant or antiresonant circuits.
The similarity suggests the use of lines as reactive circuit elements or as tuned circuits.
The input of the quarter wave short circuited line appears similar to that of a parallel
resonant circuit, and the input of the quarter wave open line as that of a series resonant
circuit.

12. A 50 ohms line is terminated in load ZR = 90+j60 ohms. Determine the

reflection coefficient.
Z  Zo
Solution: Reflection co-efficient, K = R = 0.473 33.11
Z R  Zo

13. Calculate standing wave ratio and reflection coefficient on a line having the
characteristic impedance Zo= 300 ohms and the terminating impedance ZR is
300+j400 ohms. (Nov 2016).
1 K
Solution: VSWR  ;To find the magnitude of the reflection coefficient, use
1 K
ZR  Zo 1  0.55
K= = 0.55 56.31 .Therefore, SWR S  = 3.49
Z R  Zo 1  0.55

14. Write the expressions for the input impedance of open and short circuited
dissipation less line(Nov 2016).
Z oc   jRo cot l and Z sc  jRo tan l

15. For the line of zero dissipation, what will be the values of attenuation constant
and characteristic impedance.
For the line of zero dissipation, series arm impedance Z = jL and shunt arm
admittance
jL
= and    jL  jC  = j LC . But, Propagation
L
Y = jC . Z o  
jC C
constant,     j . This implies that, attenuation constant,   0 and    LC

16. Write the conditions to be satisfied by dissipation less line.

The standard assumptions for a dissipation less line at a high frequency are L >> R
and C >> G.
The value of characteristic impedance is real and resistive, it is represented by symbol
L
Ro =
C
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Similarly, the propagation constant is found to be purely imaginary.

17. Give the minimum and maximum value of SWR and reflection co-efficient.
Min value ofSWR = 1; Max. Value of SWR = infinity, Min. value of K = 0 and Max.
Value of K =1

18. Find the characteristic impedance of the line with following constants L = 9
micro henry/m, C = 16pico farad/m working at radio frequencies.
L
Solution: Z o  = 866 ohms.
C

19. Write the expression for VSWR in terms of

(a) The reflection coefficient (b)ZR & Z0 (Jan 2016)
1 K
Solution: (a) VSWR 
1 K
 Z  Zo 
1   R 
 Z R  Z o  Z R  Z o  Z R  Z o 2Z R Z R
VSWR    
 Z R  Z o  Z R  Z o  Z R  Z o 2Z o Z o
1   
 Z R  Zo 

20. What is the significance of reflection coefficient?

Reflection coefficient gives the ratio of reflected voltage/current to incident
voltage/current. The value of reflection coefficient is a measure of mismatch of
impedance between the line and the load.

21. A line having characteristic impedance 50  is terminated with a load 75 + j

75. Calculate the reflection coefficient.
Z  Zo
Reflection co-efficient K = R
Z R  Zo

22. A lossless transmission line has a shunt capacitance of 100 pF/m and a series
inductance of 4 micro Henry/m. Determine the characteristic impedance.(Nov
2015)
L 4 x10 6
Solution: Z o  = =200 ohm
C 100x10 12

23. For the line of zero dissipation, what will be the values of attenuation constant
and characteristic impedance? (Nov 2015).

For the line of zero dissipation, Series impedance, Z = jL and shunt admittance, Y =
jC Propagation constant,   ZY  jL  jC  j 2 2 LC  j LC , since
    j , attenuation constant,   0 and phase constant,    LC

PART B-C303.2
1. (i) Derive an expression for the input impedance of a dissipation less line and also find
the input impedance is maximum and minimum at a distance ‘s’.(Nov 2016)

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(ii)Find the sending end line impedance for a HF line having characteristic impedance
of 50 Ω. The line is of length (1.185  ) and is terminated in a load of (110 + j80) Ω.
(May 2017)
2. (i) Derive the line constants for a line of zero dissipation.(May 2016)
(ii) A line with zero dissipation has R = 0.006 ohm/m, C = 4.45 pF/m, L = 2.5 µH/m. if
the line is operated at 10 MHz find R0, α, β, v, 
3. A transmission line is terminated in ZL. Measurements indicate that the standing wave
minima are 102cm apart and that the last minimum is 35cm from the load end of the
line. Thevalue of standing wave ratio is 2.4 and Ro = 250 ohm. Determine wavelength
andload impedance.
4. (a)A 30m long lossless transmission line with Zo = 50 ohms operating at 2 MHZ is
terminated witha load ZL = 60+j40 ohms. If u= 0.6c on the line, find (i) Reflection co-
efficient (ii) Standing wave ratio (iii) Input impedance. (b) Draw the input impedance
pattern of lossless line when short circuited and open circuited. (Nov 2017)
5. The input impedances of a  long, 50 ohms transmission line are Z1 = 25+j100 ohms
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Z2 = 10-j50 ohms, Z3 = 100+j0 ohms and Z4 = 0+j50 ohms, when various load
impedances are connected at the other end. In each case, determine the load impedance
and the reflection coefficient at the input and load ends.
6. (i) Discuss in detail about the variation of input impedance along open and short
circuit lines with relevant graphs. (May 2016)
(ii)A loss less line has a SWR of 4. The R0 is 150 ohms and the maximum voltage
measured in the line is 135V. Find the power delivered to the load. (May 2016)
7. (i) Describe an experimental set up for the determination of VSWR of an RF
transmission.
(ii) Briefly explain on a) Standing wave b) Reflection loss. (Nov 2016)
8. Derive the expression that permit easy measurements of power flow on a line of
negligible losses. (May 2017)
9. Draw and explain the voltage and current waveforms for the following cases: (1) Open
circuited line (ii) Short circuited line (iii) ZR = Zo (iv) ZR = 3Zo and ZR = Zo/3
10. Mention the parameters of open wire line and coaxial cable at RF. Mention the
standard assumptions made for radio frequency line.(Nov 2015)
11. A lossless line in air having a characteristic impedance of 300 ohms is terminated by
unknown impedance. The first voltage minimum is located at 15cm from the load. The
standing wave ratio is 3.3. Calculate the wavelength and terminating impedance.(Nov
2015)
12. Calculate the average input power at a distance from the load ‘l’ and find the
impedance when the load is short circuited, open circuited and matched line. (Nov
2017)
13. Discussin detail aboutthe voltages and current on the dissipation less line. (May 2017)

UNIT III- IMPEDANCE MATCHING IN HIGH FREQUENCY LINES

PART A - C303.3

1. State the uses of the quarter wave line.(May 2017)

The expression for input impedance of the quarter wave line is given by Zs = Ro2 /
ZR
(1)It may be thought of as a transformer to match a load of ZR to a source of Zs. It
may be considered as an impedance inverter in that it can transform low impedance
into high impedance and vice versa.
(2)It may be used to couple a transmission line to a resistive load such as an antenna.
(3)It can be used as an insulator to support an open-wire or the center conductor of a
coaxial line Such lines are sometimes referred to as copper insulators.
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2. Why is a quarter wave linecalled an impedance inverter? (Nov 2017)

A quarter wave line may be considered as an impedance inverter in that it can
transform a low impedance into a high impedance and vice versa.

3. Design a quarter wave transformer to match a load of 200ohms to a source

resistance of 500 ohms. The operating frequency is 200 MHz.
Solution: The characteristic impedance of a quarter wave transformer, R0'  R A R0
R0'  200x500  316.227 ohms
4. What is an impedance matching in stub? (Nov 2017)
If maximum power has to transfer between the source and the load, the resistance of the
load should be equal to that of the source and the reactance of the load should be equal
to that of the source but opposite in sign (ie) if the source is inductive, the load should
be capacitive and vice versa. When this condition is achieved, it is commonly referred
to as impedance matching.

5. Give some of the impedance matching devices.

The quarter wave line or transformer, exponential line and the use of an open or closed
stub line of suitable length are some of the impedance matching devices.

6. Define stub matching. (May 2016)

A section of transmission line can be used as matching section by inserting them
between the load and the source. It is also possible to connect sections of open or short
circuited line called stub in shunt with the main line at some point or points to effect
impedance matching. This is called stub matching.

7. What are the advantages of stub matching?

The advantages of stub matching are the length and characteristic impedance of the line
remain unaltered. From mechanical stand point, adjustable susceptances are added in
shunt with the line so that impedance matching can be achieved.

8. Why a short circuited stub is preferred to an open circuited stub?(May 2017)

A short circuited stub is preferred to an open circuited stub because of greater ease in
construction and because of the inability to maintain high enough insulation resistance
at the open circuited point to ensure that the stub is really open circuited. A short
circuited stub also has a lower loss of energy due to radiation since the short circuit can
be definitely established with a large metal plate, effectively stopping all field
propagation.

9. What are the drawbacks of impedance circle diagram?

Though the circle diagram is very useful in calculating the line impedance and
admittance it has the following drawbacks. 1.Constant S and  s circles are not
concentric, making interpolation difficult.2.Only a limited range of impedance values
can be accommodated in a chart of reasonable size.

10. Define Smith chart.

Smith chart is a special polar diagram containing constant resistance circles, constant
reactance circles, circles of constant standing wave ratio and radius lines representing
line-angle loci; used in solving transmission line and waveguide problems.

11. What are the properties of Smith Chart?

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The properties of Smith chart are as follows: (a) Normalizing impedance. (b) Plotting
of an impedance. (c) Determination of Standing wave ratio(d) Determination of
reflection co-efficient K in magnitude and direction. e) Location of voltage maxima and
voltage minima. f) Movement along the periphery of the chart. g) Matched load.

12. Write down the basic difference between circle diagram and Smith chart.
The basic difference between circle diagram and Smith chart is that in the circle
diagram the impedance is represented in a rectangular form while in the Smith chart the
impedance is represented in a circular form.

13. Write down the application of circle diagram.

The circle diagram may be used to find the input impedance of a line of any chosen
length.

14. Mention the applications of Smith Chart. (May 2015)

Smith chart can be used
1. as an admittance diagram to convert impedance into admittance
2. to determine the sending end impedance.
3. to determine the load impedance.

15.Match a load with impedance ZA=100 Ohms to be 50 Ohms using a quarter-

wave transformer.
R0'  Z A R0
=√(100x50)=70.7ohms

16. Design a coaxial quarter wave transformer to match a 10 ohm load to a 80

ohm line at 3000 MHZ.
R0'  Z A R0  10x80  28.28 ohms

17. Write down the expression to determine the length of the short circuited stub.
1 K
2

L tan 1
2 2K

18. Give the names of circles on smith chart.

The names of circles on smith chart are (i) Constant – R circles and (ii) constant – X
circles

19. What are constant - S circles?

The input impedance equation for a dissipation less line if expressed in terms of SWR
S, results in the form of a circle. These circles are called as constant – S circles.

20. Distinguish between single stub and double stub matching. (Nov 2016)
Single stub matching: Single-stub impedance matching requires that the stub be
located at a definite point on the line. This requirement frequently calls for placement
of the stub at an undesirable place from a mechanical view point. For a co-axial line, it
is not possible to determine location of a voltage minimum without a slotted section, so
that placement of a stub at the exact required point is difficult.

21. Double stub matching.

Double stub matching is one in which two short circuited stubs, whose lengths are
adjustable independently are fixed. The locations of the two stubs are arbitrary. The
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spacing between the two stubs is frequently made as  . Half-wave spacing should be
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avoided because it places the two stubs in parallel, resulting in only one effective
adjustment being available. The same difficulty arises if the stubs are closely spaced.

22. Give the application of eighth-wave line. (Nov 2016)

It is used to transfer any resistance to an impedance with a magnitude equal to R 0 of
the line, or to obtain a magnitude match between a resistance of any value and R0, the
internal source resistance.

PART B - C303.3
1.(i) Find the sending end impedance of a line with negligible losses when
Characteristic impedance is 55Ω, the load impedance is 115 + j75Ω and thelength if
the line is 1.183  by using smith chart. (Nov 2016)
(ii) Explain the significance of smith chart and its application in a transmission line.
2.A 30m long lossless transmission line with characteristic impedance of 50 ohm is
terminated by a load impedance ZL = 60 + j40 ohm. The operating wavelength is 90m.
Find the reflection coefficient, SWR and input impedance using Smith Chart.
3.Explain the procedure of double stub matching on a transmission line.(Nov 2015)
4. (i)Determine the length and location of a single short circuited stub to produce an
impedance match on a transmission line with Ro of 600Ω & terminated in1800 Ω.
(ii) Explain the operation of quarter wave transformer and mention its important
applications. (Nov 2016)
5.A 50 ohm transmission line is connected to a load impedance ZL = 60 + j80 ohm. The
operating frequency is 300MHZ. A double stub tuner spaced an eighth of a wavelength
apart is used to match the load to the line. Find the required lengths of the short
circuited stubs using Smith Chart.
6. Explain in detail about single stub matching and its drawbacks.
7. (i) Prove that the input impedance of a quarter wave line is Zin = R02/ZR.(May 2016)
(ii) Design a quarter wave transformer to match a load of 200 ohms to a source
resistance of 500 ohms, operating frequency is 200 MHz.(May 2017)
8.Discuss the following: (i) Impedance matching (ii) single & double stub matching
9.VSWR on a lossless line is found to be 5 and successive voltage minima are 40 cm
apart. The first voltage minima is observed to be 15cm from load. The length of the line
is 160 cm and the characteristic impedance is 300 . Using Smith chart determine (a)
load impedance (b) sending end impedance.
10.An RF transmission line with a characteristic impedance of 3000 is terminated
in an impedance of 100-45. The load is to be matched to the transmission line by
using a short circuited stub. With the help of Smith chart, determine the length of the
stub and distance from the load.
11.For a load of normalized load impedance 0.8 + j 1.2 , design a double stub tuner
making the distance between the stubs 3/8. Specify the stub length and distance from
the load to the first stub. The stubs are short circuited.
12.(i) What is quarter wave line? (ii) A 75 ohm lossless transmission line is to be
matched with a 100-j80 ohm load using single stub. Calculate the stub length and its
distance from the load
corresponding to the frequency of 30 MHZ using Smith chart.(Nov 2015)
13.A 300 ohm transmission line is connected to a load impedance of 450-j600 ohm at
10 MHZ. Find the position and length of a short circuited stub required to match the
line using Smith chart.(May 2017)
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14.A load (50 – j100) ohms is connected across a 50 ohms line. Design a short circuited
stub to provide matching between the two at a signal frequency of 30 MHz using smith
chart. (May 2017)
15. An antenna with impedance of 40+j30Ω is to be matched to a 100Ω lossless line
with a short circuited stub. Determine the following using Smith chart. (i) The required
stub admittance (ii) The distance between the stub and antenna (iii)The stub length (iv)
The standing wave ratio on each of the system. (Nov 2017)
16. Design a double-stub tuner to match a loadimpedance ZL=60-j80Ω to 50Ω line. The
stubs are to be short circuited and are spaced λ/8 apart. Find the lengths of the two stubs
using smith chart. (Nov 2017)

UNIT – IV PASSIVE FILTERS

PART A - C303.4

1. For a symmetrical network, define propagation constant and characteristic

impedance. (Nov 2016)
For a symmetrical network, the image impedances Z1i and Z2i are equal to each other,
and the image impedance is then called the characteristic impedance or the iterative
impedance, Zo. That is, if a symmetrical T network is terminated in Zo, its input
impedance will also be Zo, or its impedance transformation ratio is unity. Under the
condition of Zo termination, propagation constant γ is defined as the natural logarithm
of the ratio of input to output currents or input to output voltages. γ is a complex
number defined as γ = α + jβ, where α is known as the attenuation constant, since it
determines the magnitude ratio between input and output quantities, or the attenuation
produced in passing through the network.

2. What is the significance of propagation constant in symmetrical network?

The propagation constant being a function of frequency can supply information on the
ability of the filter to perform as desired. That is, by definition, I1  e  j , where I1 andI2
I2
are the input and output currents of a symmetrical network. If I1  I 2 ;  0; there is
no attenuation only a phase shift, in transmitting a signal through the filter and the
operation is in a pass band of frequencies. If I1  I 2 , then  has a positive value,
attenuation has occurred and operation is in an attenuation or stop band of frequencies.

3. What are called constant k filters? (Nov 2017)

If Z1 and Z2 of a reactance network are unlike reactance arms, then Z1Z2 = k2 where k
is a constant independent of frequency. Networks or filter sections for which this
relation holds are called constant-k filters.

4. How to obtain constant-k high pass filter?

For a constant-k high pass filter, Z1 = -jXC and Z2 = jXL , thenZ1 Z2 = k2 = L/C, where
k is a constant independent of frequency.

5.What are the demerits of constant – k filters? (May 2017)

There are two major demerits in the constant – k filters. They are,
1.The attenuation does not rise very rapidly at cutoff, so that frequencies just
outside the pass band are not appreciably attenuated with respect to frequencies just
inside the pass band.
2. The characteristic impedance varies widely over the pass band, so that a
satisfactory impedance match is not possible.
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6. What are m-derived filters?

The m-derived filters attempt to raise the attenuation near cutoff frequencies.
7.Define neper.
Neper is defined as the natural logarithm of the ratio of the input to output currents or
input to output voltages. Ie. N nepers = ln (V1 / V2 ) = ln (I1 / I2 )

8.Define decibel.(Nov 2017)

The bel is defined as the logarithm of a power ratio, number of bels = log (P1/P2). It has
been found that a unit one-tenth as large is more convenient, and the smaller unit is
called the decibel, abbreviated “db” defined as db = 10 log(P1/P2).

9.Write down the relationship between neper and dB.

1 Neper = 8.68 dB.
1 dB= 0.1151 nepers

10. What do you mean by symmetrical networks?

When Z1 = Z2 or the two series arms of a T network are equal, or Za = Zc and the shunt
arms of a π network are equal, the networks are said to be symmetrical.

11. What are called cut-off frequencies in the design of filters?

The frequencies at which the network changes from a pass network to a stop network,
or vice versa, are called cutoff frequencies.

12. What is meant by the terms pass band and stop band as applied to filters?
Pass band: Pass band is a band of frequencies in which the signal is allowed to pass
where the attenuation of the signal is zero for an ideal filter.
Stop band: Stop band is a band of frequencies in which the signal is not allowed to
pass where the attenuation of the signal is infinity for an ideal filter.

13. What is the use of crystal filters?

Crystal filters are quite generally used to separate the various channels in Carrier
telephone circuits, in the range above 50 kilocycles.

14. What are the characteristics of an ideal filter?

The characteristics of an ideal filter are zero attenuation in the pass band and infinite
attenuation in the stop band.

15. A constant-K, T-section high pass filter has a cut-off frequency of 10KHz
and the design impedance is 600ohms. Determine the value of shunt inductance L
and series capacitance C. (Nov 2016)
Solution: For a prototype high pass filter, R= Ro
R 600 1
L= = = 4.77mH; C = = 132.6µF
4f c 4x10000 4f c R

16. What are composite filters? (May 2016)

Filters designed using one or more m-derived sections following a proto type filter are
called composite filters. The m derived section is designed following the design of the
proto type T section. (ie) the use of a prototype and one or more m- derived sections in
series results in a composite filter.

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17. How can you realize a band stop filter?
A band stop or band elimination filter can be realized by connecting a low pass filter in
parallel with a high pass section in which the cut-off frequency of low pass filter is
below that of a high pass filter.
18. How do you obtain a band pass filter?
A band pass filter may be obtained by using a low pass filter followed by a high pass
filter in which the cut-off frequency of the low pass filter is above the cut-off frequency
of the high pass filter, the overlap thus allowing only a band of frequencies to pass.

19. Give the characteristic impedance of constant k low pass filter (both pi and T
sections).
The characteristic impedance of constant k low pass filter (both pi and T sections) is,
2
 f  Rk
Z oT  Rk 1    and Z o 
 fc 
2
 f 
1   
 fc 

20.Sketch an m-derived band-pass section.(May 2017)

21.Give the characteristic impedance of a symmetrical T-section and symmetrical

 section.
 Z 
Characteristic impedance of a symmetrical T-section, Z oT  Z 1 Z 2 1  1 
 4Z 2 
Z1 Z 2
Characteristic impedance of a symmetrical  section, Z o 
1  4Z1 Z 2

22.Determine the value of L required by a constant k T section HPF with a cut-off

frequency of 1 KHZ and design impedance of 600 ohms. Determine the value of L.
R
Solution: L = =0.0477H
4f c

23. What are the advantages of m-derived filters?( Nov 2015)

There are two major advantages in the m-derived filters. They are,
1. The attenuation does rise very rapidly at cutoff, so that frequencies just outside the
pass band are appreciably attenuated with respect to frequencies just inside the pass
band.
2. The characteristic impedance remains uniform widely over the pass band, so that a
satisfactory impedance match is possible.

24. Give some applications of filters.

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Filter networks are widely used in communication systems to separate various voice
channels in carrier frequency telephone circuits. Filters also find applications in
instrumentation, telemetering equipment etc. where it is necessary to transmit or
attenuate a limited range of frequencies.
25. Design a prototype low pass filter T and π section of design impedance R o =
500ohms and cut-off frequency is 2000HZ.
Solution: For a prototype low pass filter, R= Ro
R 1
L= = 0.0796 henry ;C = = 3.184 X 10-7 farad
f c f c R

PART B - C303.4
1.Explain the design of constant-K LPF & HPF (both pi and T sections) with necessary
equations and diagrams.
2.Design a low pass filter (both pi and T sections) having a cut-off frequency of 2
KHZ to operate with a terminal load resistance of 500 ohms.(May 2017)
3.Explain the theory of proto type band elimination filter for both T and pi
configurations and also plot the variation of reactance with respect to
frequency.(Nov 2015)
4.i)Sketch the reactance curve and design a constant – k low pass filter.Determine
attenuation constant and phase constant in pass band and stop band and plot it. (Nov
2017)(ii) A π – section filter network consists of a series arm inductance of 20mH
and two shunt arm capacitance of 0.16μF each. Calculate the cut-off frequency and
attenuation constant and phase shift constant at 15 KHz. What is the value of
nominal impedance in the pass band?(May 2016)
5.What is m-derived filter? Draw a m-derived T-section and π-section LPF and explain
the analysis of m-derived LPF with respect to attenuation, phase shift and
characteristic impedance with frequency profile respectively.(Nov 2016)
6.The series arm impedance of a filter consists of a 0.5 micro farad capacitor in series
with an inductor of 0.35 H. If R0 = 500 ohms, determine the elements in the shunt
arm and the manner in which they may be connected. Find the frequency of
resonance f0.
7.Design a constant K band pass filter (both t and pi sections) having a design
impedance of 600 ohms and cut-off frequencies of 1 KHZ and 4 KHZ.(Nov 2015)
8.Design a composite filter to meet the following specifications fc = 2000 Hz,
f∞ = 2050 Hz and RK = 500 Ω. (May 2016)
9.Derive the design equation of constant – k BPF.
10. Design an m-derived LPF for cut-off frequency of 1KHZ, Design impedance is
400 ohms and the resonant frequency is 1100HZ.(Nov 2015)
11. Derive the equations for the characteristic impedance of symmetrical T and pi
networks.(Nov 2015)
12. What is composite filter? Design a composite-K-low pass filter (T and pi sections)
and having cut-off at which 2.5kHz and design resistance 700 ohms.Also find the
frequency at which this filter produces attenuation of 19.1 dB. Find its characteristic
impedance and phase constant at pass band and stop band. (Nov 2016)
13. Design a T and a pi section low pass filter which has series inductance 80 mH&
shunt capacitance 0.022 μF. Find the cut-off frequency & design impedance(Nov
2017)
14. What are the advantages of m derived filter? Design an m derived low pass filter
(T andpi section) having design resistance Ro = 500 ohms, cut-off frequency =1500
HZ and infinite attenuation frequency =2000 HZ. (May 2017)
15. Draw and explain the design and operation of m-derived T-section band pass filter
with necessary equations and diagrams.(May 2015)
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16. Design constant K band stop filters (both T and 𝜋 sections) for the cutoff
frequencies of 2 KHz and 6KHz .The design impedance is 500 Hz.
17. Discuss the properties of symmetrical network in terms of characteristic impedance
and propagation constant.(Nov 2015)
UNIT V WAVE GUIDES AND CAVITY RESONATORS
PART-A - C303.5

1. What are guided waves? Give examples.

The electromagnetic waves that are guided along or over conducting or dielectric surface
are called guided waves. Examples: The waves along ordinary Parallel wire co-axial
transmission lines.

2. Define TEM wave.

The transverse electromagnetic waves are waves in which both electric and magnetic fields
are transverse entirely but have no components of Ez and Hz. It is referred to as principal
wave.

3. Mention the characteristics of TEM waves. (Nov 2015)

(a)TEM waves are special type of TM wave. (b) It does not have either Ez or Hz component.
(c) Its velocity is independent of frequency. (d) Its cut-off frequency is zero.

4. Define skin depth.

In a medium which has conductivity the wave is attenuated as it progress owing to the
losses which occur. In a good conductor at radio frequencies the rate of attenuation is very
great and the wave may penetrate only a short distance before being reduced to a negligibly
small percentage of its original strength. Such circumstance is called depth of penetration or
skin depth defined as , the depth the wave has been attenuated to 1/e or approximately 37%
of its original value.

5. Write down the expression for the wave impedance for TM,TE and TEM wave.
2
f  
Wave impedance for TM wave, ZTM=  1   c  ; For TE wave, ZTE =
 f  f 
2

1   c 
 f 
o
Wave impedance for TEM wave, ZTEM =  o = = 120π ohms
o

6.Define phase velocity and group velocity.(May 2015)

The rate at which the wave changes its phase as the wave propagates inside the region

between planes is defined as phase velocity vp and is given by ,vp = ;

2
f 
    1   c 
 f 
The actual velocity with which the wave propagates inside the region between the planes is
d
defined as group velocity vg, given by vg =
d

7. Two conducting planes have a distance of separation of 6 cm in air. At a frequency of

6 GHZ with TM2 mode being excited, find the cut-off wavelength.
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Solution:

2a 2 x 0.06
c    0.06m
m 2


8.The electric field in free space is given by E  50 cos108 t  x a y , v/m. find the


direction of wave propagation and phase constant.

Solution: Direction of wave propagation = negative x direction
Phase constant     ; since the electric field is in free space,    o and   o
1
=   o  o ; We know that = 3 X 108 m/sec
 o o
108
From the given electric field vector,   10 ; =>  
8
 0.33rad
3x108

9. Compare TE and TM mode.

TM wave:Transverse magnetic wave is a wave in which magnetic field strength H is
entirely transverse. It has an electric field strength Ez in the direction of propagation and no
component of magnetic field strength Hz in the same direction.TE wave: Transverse electric
wave is a wave in which electric field strength E is entirely transverse. It has a magnetic field
strength Hz in the direction of propagation and no component of electric field strength E z in
the same direction.

10. What is meant by dominant mode? What is the dominant mode for parallel plate
waveguides?(Nov 2017)
Dominant mode is the mode which has the lowest cut-off frequency. For parallel plate
waveguides, it is TE10.

11. What is degenerate mode in rectangular waveguide? (Jan 2016)

Some of the higher order modes, having the same cut-off frequency, are called degenerate
modes. It is seen that in a rectangular waveguide possible TEnm and TMmn modes (both m 0
and n 0 ) are always degenerate.

12. A wave is propagated in a parallel plane waveguide. The frequency is 6 GHz and the
plane separation is 3 cm. Determine the group and phase velocities for the dominant
mode. (Nov 2013) Solution: f = 6 GHz, a = 3cm, Dominant mode = TE1
m
Cut-off frequency = =(1x3x108)/(2x0.03) =5GHz
2a 

2
  fc 
vp = ;     1   
  f 

13. Why rectangular waveguides are preferred over circular waveguide?

Rectangular waveguides are preferred over circular waveguides because of the following
reasons.
Rectangular waveguide is smaller in size than a circular waveguide of the same operating
frequency. It does not maintain its polarization through the circular waveguide.
The frequency difference between the lowest frequency on dominant mode and the next
mode of a rectangular waveguide is bigger than in a circular waveguide.

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14. What is known as evanescent mode in a rectangular waveguide?
When the operating frequency is lower than the cut-off frequency the propagation constant
becomes real ie γ = α .The wave cannot be propagated. This non-propagating mode is known
as evanescent mode.
15. What is meant by the dominant mode of a waveguide?(May 2016)
2 2
m n
1
The cut-off frequency f c       shows that the physical size of the
2   a   b 
waveguide will determine the propagation of the modes of specific orders determined by
m and n. The minimum cut-off frequency is obtained for a guide having dimension a > b, for
m = 1,n = 0 Since for TMmn modes, m  0 or n  0, the lowest order mode possible is TE10
and TM11 mode, called the dominant mode in a rectangular waveguide for a >b

16. Explain the impossibility of TEM wave in waveguide.

Suppose a TEM wave is assumed to exist within a hollow guide of any shape. Then lines of
H must lie entirely in the transverse plane. Also in a nonmagnetic material, . H = 0 which
requires that the lines of H be closed loops. Therefore, if a TEM exists inside the guide, the
lines of H will be closed loops in plane perpendicular to the axis. Now by Maxwell’s first
equation the magnetomotive force around each of these closed loops must equal the axial
current (JC or JD). In the case of a guide with an inner conductor, example, a coaxial
transmission line, this axial current through the H loops is the conduction current in the inner
conductor. However, for a hollow waveguide having no inner conductor, this axial current
must be a displacement current. But an axial displacement current requires an axial
component of E, something not present in a TEM wave. Therefore the TEM wave cannot
exist in a single conductor waveguide.

17. A circular waveguide operated at 11 GHZ has the internal diameter of 4.5 cm. for a
TE01 mode propagation, calculate free space wavelength and cut-off wavelength.
((ha)01= 2.405)
C 3x108
Solution: o   = 0.02 m
f 11x109
C hnm 3x108
C  ; fc  = 5.1 GHZ ; C  = 0.0588 m
fc 2  5.1x109

18.Why is TM01 mode preferred to the TE01 mode in a circular waveguide?

TM01 mode is preferred to theTE01 mode, since it requires a smaller diameter for the same
cut-offwavelength.

19. A rectangular waveguide of cross section 5 cm X 2 cm is used to propagate TM 11

mode at 10 GHZ. Determine the cut-off wavelength. (Nov 2015)
2 2
1 m n
Cut-off frequency, f c     
2   a   b 
Here, a = 0.05m and b = 0.02m, m = 1 and n = 1, f = 10 GHZ
1 1
If air is the dielectric within the rectangular waveguide,   3x108 m / sec
 00
2 2
m n
2 2 C    
1 m n  a  b
Therefore, f c      
2  0 0  a  b 2

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C 2
  0.037m ,Cut-off wavelength,  C  0.037m
fc  1
2
  1 
2

   
 0.05   0.02 
20What is a microwave cavity resonator?
Microwave resonator is a tunable circuit used in microwave circuits. It is a metallic enclosure
that confines the electromagnetic energy. When the resonator resonates at resonant
frequency, the peak energies stored in the electric and magnetic fields are equal.

21. Define the quality factor Q of a resonator.

The quality factor Q is a measure of frequency selectivity of the resonator. It is defined as
Q = 2 X (maximum energy stored)/ Energy dissipated per cycle)
X=>  W/P where W is the maximum stored energy, P is the average power loss.

22. Why rectangular or circular cavities can be used as microwave resonators? And
why transmission line resonator is not used?
Rectangular or circular cavities can be used as microwave resonators because they have
natural resonant frequency and behave like a LCR circuit. At very high frequencies
transmission line resonator does not give very high quality factor Q due to skin effect and
radiation loss in braided cables. So, transmission line resonator is not used as microwave
resonator.

23. What is the dominant mode for rectangular resonator and circular cavity
resonator?
The dominant mode of a rectangular resonator depends on the dimensions of the cavity. For
b<a<d, the dominant mode is TE101. In circular cavity resonator, for d<2a, the dominant
mode is TM010 and for d>2a, TE111.

24. What is the dominant TE and TM mode in rectangular waveguide?

TE10 and TM11 mode, are called the dominant mode in a rectangular waveguide for a >b

25. Write the applications of cavity resonators.(Nov 2015)

Cavity resonators are useful as filters and tuners in microwave circuits, as LC resonators in
RF circuits. They can also be used to measure the frequency of an electromagnetic signal.

26.An air-filled rectangular waveguide of inner dimensions 2.286 cm X 1.016 cm in the

dominant TE10 modes. Calculate the cut-off frequency and phase velocity of a wave in
the guide at a frequency of 7 GHz.(Nov 2016).

2 2
1 m n
Cut-off frequency, f c     
2   a   b 
Here, a = 2.286 cm and b = 1.016 cm, m = 1 and n = 0, f = 7 GHz
1 1
If air is the dielectric within the rectangular waveguide,   3 x108 m / sec
  0 0
2 2
m n
2 2 C    
Therefore, 1 m n a b
fc        1.98GHz
2  0 0 a b 2

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
2
f 
Vp = ;     1   c  Vp = C
 3.127x108 m / sec
  f  2
f 
1   c 
 f 

27. Justify, why TM01 and TM10 modes in a rectangular waveguide do not exist. (Nov
2016).
TM01 and TM10 do not exist in a rectangular wave guide. Because no fields are present if
neither ‘m’ or ‘n’ be zero. (i.e., Ez = Ey= Hx= Hy= 0).

28. How is cavity resonator is formed? (May 2016)

Waveguide cavity resonators are formed by shorting the two ends of a section of a
waveguide. The electromagnetic fields inside the cavity should satisfy Maxwell’s equations,
subject to the boundary conditions that the electric field tangential to and the magnetic field
normal to the metal walls must vanish.

29.Write the expression for cut-off wavelength of the wave which is propagated in
between parallel planes. (Nov 2017)
2a
C 
m

30.Calculate the cut-off frequency of rectangular waveguide whose inner dimensions

are a=2.5cm and b=1.5cm operating at TE10 mode. (May 2017)
2 2
m n
1
Cut-off frequency, f c     
2   a   b 
Here, a = 2.5cm and b = 1.5cm, m = 1 and n = 0, f = 6 GHZ

31. Enumerate the parameters describing the performance of a cavity

resonator.(May2017)
(i) Quality factor (ii) Dimensions of the resonator cavity (iii) Skin depth of the conducting
walls of resonator.

PART B - C303.5
1. Derive the components of electric and magnetic field strength between a pair of parallel
perfectly conducting planes of infinite extend in the ‘Y’ and ‘Z’ directions. The planes are
separated in X direction by “a”.(May 2015)
2. Derive the expressions for the field components of TM and TE waves between parallel
plates, propagating in Z direction.(Nov 2016)
3. Two perfectly conducting planes are separated by 7.5 cm and filled with a dielectric
material of dielectric constant εr = 2.5. For a frequency of 4000 MHZ with TM2 mode
excited, find the following: (a) cut-off frequency (b) cut-off wavelength (c) phase velocity (d)
group velocity (e) phase constant (f) wave impedance (g) guide wavelength and (h) Is it
possible to propagate TM1 mode?(May 2016)
4. Discuss the characteristics of TE and TM waves and also derive the cut-off frequency and
phase velocity from the propagation constant.(May 2015)
5. Derive the expressions for the field components of TM and TE waves in rectangular
waveguides.(Nov 2017)
6. (i)Derive the expressions for the field components of TM and TE waves in circular
waveguides.
( Nov 2015)
(ii) Derive the wave impedance for TM and TE waves between parallel planes.(May 2015)
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7. (i) Prove that TEM wave does not exist in hollow waveguides.
(ii)A TEM wave is propagated in the region between the conducting planes at a frequency of
2.5 GHZ. This region between planes is filled with polysterene material for which εr = 2.56
and μr = 1. Find (a) phase constant (b) Wave impedance and (c) guide wavelength.
9. (i) Explain the concept of excitation of waveguides. (ii) Discuss the structure, advantages
and disadvantages of resonant cavities.(May 2015).
(ii) An air filled circular waveguide having an inner radius of 1 cm is excited in dominant
mode at 10 GHZ. Find (i) cut-off frequency (ii) guide wavelength (iii) wave impedance and
(iv) attenuation constant for wall surface resistance of 20 milliohm.
10. A rectangular air-filled copper waveguide with dimension 0.9 inch x 0.4 inch cross
section and 12 inch length is operated at 9.2 GHZ with a dominant mode. Find the cut-off
frequency, guide wavelength, phase velocity, characteristic impedance and the loss.(Nov
2015)
11.Calculate the resonant frequency of an air filled rectangular resonator of dimensions a =
2cm, b = 4 cm and d = 6 cm operating in TE101 mode. (Nov 2015).
12. (i) Write a brief note on circular cavity resonator and its application. (Nov 2016)
(ii) A TE11 wave is propagating through a circular waveguide. The diameter of the guide
is 10 cm and the guide is air-filled. Given X11 = 1.842.(1)Find the cut-off frequency (2) Find
guide wavelength in the guide for a frequency of 3 GHz. (3) Determine the wave impedance
in the guide. (Nov 2016)
13.An air-filled resonant cavity with dimensions a=5cm, b=4cm and c=10cm is made of
copper (σc=5.8x107mhos/m). Find the resonant frequencies of (a) The first lower order modes
(b) the quality factor TE101 mode. (Nov 2017)
14.Examine the effectiveness of Bessel’s differential equation and Bessel function with
reference to waveguides. (Nov 2017)
15.When dominant mode is transmitted through a circular waveguide, the wavelength
measured is to be 13.33cm. The frequency of the microwave signal is 3.75GHz. Calculate a)
Cut-off frequency b) Inner radius of guide c) Phase velocity d) Group velocity e) Phase
constant f) Wave impedance g) Bandwidth for operation in dominant mode only. (May 2017)

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