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The document is a question paper for a Microwave and RF Systems Design exam. It contains 3 parts with multiple choice and descriptive questions testing knowledge of topics like matching networks, transmission lines, filters, and RF components.

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Cec341-Set 1

The document is a question paper for a Microwave and RF Systems Design exam. It contains 3 parts with multiple choice and descriptive questions testing knowledge of topics like matching networks, transmission lines, filters, and RF components.

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QUESTION PAPER CODE: JP143


B.E / B. Tech. DEGREE EXAMINATIONS, APRIL 2024
Seventh Semester
ELECTRONICS AND COMMUNICATION ENGINEERING
CEC341- MICs and RF System Design
Internal Assessment Test – I
(Regulation 2021)
Time: 03 Hours Maximum: 100 Marks
Answer ALL questions
PART A – (10 X 02 = 20 Marks)
1. What are the considerations in selecting a matching network? CO1 [K1]
2. Define power gain of amplifier in terms of S- parameter and reflection coefficient. CO1 [K1]
3. Write the function of matching networks? CO1 [K1]
4. Why are FET‟s preferred to bipolar transistor at high frequencies? CO1 [K1]
Mention any four differences between the low frequency and high frequency CO1 [K1]
5.
parameters?
6. Define reciprocal and symmetrical networks CO2 [K1]
7. What is the planar transmission line? CO2 [K1]
8. How do you calculate VSWR from Smith chart? CO2 [K1]
List two advantages of using planar transmission lines over other transmission line CO3 [K1]
9.
types in RF applications.
10. Define planar transmission lines CO3 [K1]
PART B – (05 X 13 = 65 Marks)
11 (a) Clarify when you would prefer a pi matching network over an L matching network CO1 [K2] (1
(OR)
(b) Explain the construction and functionality of RF Field effect Transistors CO1 [K2] (1
12 (a) Discuss the importance of biasing networks in RF amplifier circuits CO1 [K2] (1
(OR)
(b) Explain the basic configurations of resonators and filters commonly used in RF CO1 [K2] (1
circuits
13 (a) Compare and contrast the ABCD parameters and S parameters used in RF circuit CO2 [K2] (1
analysis.
(OR)
(b) Explicate the advantages and limitations of these special filter realizations compared CO2 [K2] (1
to conventional filter designs.
14 (a) Describe the role of discrete components such as resistors, capacitors, and inductors in CO2 [K2] (1
impedance matching. Provide an example of how these components are used to match
impedances in an RF circuit.
(OR)
(b) Discuss the role of RF diodes in signal detection and frequency conversion processes CO2 [K2] (1
within RF circuits. Provide examples of RF circuits where diodes are commonly used.
15 (a) Compare and contrast microstrip and stripline transmission lines in terms of their CO3 [K2] (1
structure, characteristics, and applications.
(OR)
(b) Explain how planar transmission lines are fabricated on printed circuit boards (PCBs) CO3 [K2] (1
and discuss the importance of substrate materials in their performance.

PART C – (1 X 15 = 15 Marks)
16 (a) Explain the operation of HEMT with neat diagram and its characteristics curves CO1 [K2] (1
(OR)
(b) What is the need of impedance matching? Explain in brief single stub matching. State CO1 [K1] (1
the important expression related to it.
Knowledge Level:
[K1] - Remember, [K2] - Understand, [K3] – Apply, [K4] – Analyze, [K5] – Evaluate & [K6] - Create
Course Outcomes:
At the end of the course, the students should be able to:
CO2: Analyze microwave circuits for filters design.
CO3Evaluate the performance of any practical Microwave integrated circuits
CO4: Create communication circuits and subsystems with practical design parameters forn on
reciprocal components in MICs.
CO5: Design microwave integrated antenna design circuit for the required Performance using
professional software tools.

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