Title :
Analysis and optimal design of microstrip sensors
Author :
Khalid, K.B. ; Maclean, T.S.M. ; Razaz, M. ; Webb, P.W.
Author_Institution :
Pertanian Univ., Selangor, Malaysia
fDate :
6/1/1988 12:00:00 AM
Abstract :
The analysis and optimal design of a microstrip sensor for measuring the water content of rubber latex is described. The microstrip structure consists of three layers: substrate, protective layer and semi-infinite layer of wet medium. A functional relationship has been developed between the attenuation and the water content of the latex, and close agreement has been found between the computed and experimental results. A computer program has also been developed which optimises the sensitivity for a given water content.
Keywords :
electric sensing devices; microwave measurement; moisture measurement; rubber; strip line components; attenuation; computer program; microstrip sensors; microwave aquametry; optimal design; rubber latex; sensitivity; water content;
Journal_Title :
Microwaves, Antennas and Propagation, IEE Proceedings H
