Title :
Experimental study of orthomode couplers for use in power combining and distribution
Author :
Clarke, Joseph ; Cracknell, D.J.
Author_Institution :
Royal Signals and Radar Establishment, Malvern, UK
fDate :
8/1/1983 12:00:00 AM
Abstract :
The use of orthomode couplers to make a variable coupler suitable for power combining and distribution is considered. An experimental model at 3 GHz has been manufactured. Test results are reported, including high-power tests to 500 kW. Good performance was obtained over a 5% bandwidth.
Keywords :
waveguide couplers; 3 GHz; distribution; high-power; orthomode couplers; power combining; waveguides;
Journal_Title :
Microwaves, Optics and Antennas, IEE Proceedings H
DOI :
10.1049/ip-h-1.1983.0051
