A time-domain/frequency-domain simulation tool for microwave component analysis in microwave engineering courses

In many applications, the capability of analyzing microwave components in both time domain and frequency domain is highly desirable. This capability is also very useful in electromagnetic/microwave education. However, the lack of a simulation tool which can perform the analysis in both domains forces engineers and students to use a combination of software and hardware and frequently switch among them. As a result, the analysis process becomes time consuming and requires a long learning curve. We developed a simulation tool that addresses this need and enables the educational study of microwave components in both domains.