Low-loss compact ku-band waveguide low-pass filter

A lower-loss, more compact alternative to the classical E-plane corrugated waveguide low-pass filter is proposed in this paper. The novel design is capable of achieving very steep slopes in the fundamental TE₁₀-mode frequency response along with a drastic reduction in terms of insertion loss and size. The design method is based on step-shaped bandstop elements separated by very short waveguide sections. Moreover, the matching of the novel filter is achieved by very short input/output networks based on stubs of optimized heights. A simple method is proposed allowing the designer to obtain a compact low-pass filter fulfilling stringent specifications.