Title :
Accurate model for open end effect of microstrip lines
Author :
Kirschning, M. ; Jansen, Rolf H. ; Koster, N.H.L.
Author_Institution :
University of Duisburg, Department of Electrical Engineering, Duisburg, West Germany
Abstract :
A closed form expression for the equivalent line length associated with the single microstrip open end is presented for the use in microwave CAD programs. The maximum relative error involved is less than 2.5% and its effect can be shown to be below physical tolerances.
Keywords :
circuit CAD; strip lines; waveguide theory; closed form expression; microstrip lines; microwave CAD programs;
Journal_Title :
Electronics Letters
DOI :
10.1049/el:19810088
