N. Colon-Diaz, D. Janning, Patrick M. McCormick, J. Aberle, D. Bliss
{"title":"Novel Methodology to Assess RF Performance of Co-located MIMO Radar Systems Transmitting Binary Phased Coded Waveforms","authors":"N. Colon-Diaz, D. Janning, Patrick M. McCormick, J. Aberle, D. Bliss","doi":"10.47037/2021.aces.j.360823","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.47037/2021.aces.j.360823","url":null,"abstract":"─ In this work an experimental radar testbed and dual directional couplers (DDC) are used to collect measurements of the forward and reverse waves at each element, its mutual coupling, and beam-patterns. The collected measured data is used to validate a methodology for assessing radio frequency (RF) performance of a co-located multiple-input multipleoutput (MIMO) radar system transmitting binary phased coded (BP) waveforms. The estimated and measured active reflection coefficient (ARC) and beam-patterns are presented. The effect of different excitations and mutual coupling on the radiated fields is also presented. Index Terms ─ Active reflection coefficient, co-located MIMO radar, coupled power, mutual coupling.","PeriodicalId":8207,"journal":{"name":"Applied Computational Electromagnetics Society Journal","volume":"8 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.7,"publicationDate":"2021-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"87433955","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"计算机科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
K. Chung, Aiqi Cui, Mingliang Ma, Botao Feng, Yingsong Li
{"title":"Central-Symmetry Decoupling Technique for Circularly-Polarized MIMO System of Tightly Packed Chinese-character Shaped Patch Antennas","authors":"K. Chung, Aiqi Cui, Mingliang Ma, Botao Feng, Yingsong Li","doi":"10.47037/2021.aces.j.36091","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.47037/2021.aces.j.36091","url":null,"abstract":"─ This article presents a novel decoupling technique for the circularly polarized multiple-inputmultiple-output (CP-MIMO) system composed of Guoshaped patch antennas. A comparative study has been conducted on antenna performance as a function of packing distance before and after applying the technique. A prototype of two-element Guo-shaped patch MIMO at a small inter-element spacing of 12.5 mm has devised aiming for the 5G new radio n38 (2.57-2.62 GHz) applications. Simulation reinforced with experimental results confirmed the effectiveness of the proposed technique, whereas the two Guo-shaped patch elements packed in such small spacing can be operated independently. Both the envelope correlation coefficient and diversity gain are approaching their ideal values. Index Terms ─ Antenna isolation, artistic patch antenna, Chinese-character-shaped patch antenna, CP-MIMO, decoupling technique.","PeriodicalId":8207,"journal":{"name":"Applied Computational Electromagnetics Society Journal","volume":"26 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.7,"publicationDate":"2021-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"86969239","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"计算机科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Lingling Wang, K. Chung, Song Gao, Mingliang Ma, Jianlin Luo, Yingsong Li
{"title":"A Novel Multidirectional Strain Sensor Realized by a 3D Microstrip-Line Fed Near-Circular Patch Antenna","authors":"Lingling Wang, K. Chung, Song Gao, Mingliang Ma, Jianlin Luo, Yingsong Li","doi":"10.47037/2021.aces.j.360917","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.47037/2021.aces.j.360917","url":null,"abstract":"─ In this paper, we propose a newly developed impedance method to gauge the variations of multidirectional strain using a near-circular-patch based sensor. A novel three-dimensional (3D) feeding mechanism realized by a 90-deg bended microstrip line is devised for allowing strain detection along any direction in the azimuth plane of a metallic surface. The simulated results, verified by experimental results, demonstrate that there is a linear relationship between normalized impedance and multi-directional strain with high sensitivities of about 100 ppm/με. The relationship between sensitivity and sensor orientation is derived as a cosine function, which is a useful feature for estimating principal strain direction. Index Terms ─ 3D feeding mechanism, multidirectional strain monitoring, near-circular-patch, strain sensor.","PeriodicalId":8207,"journal":{"name":"Applied Computational Electromagnetics Society Journal","volume":"13 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.7,"publicationDate":"2021-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"75604844","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"计算机科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"A Low-Profile Dual-Polarized Antenna with High Isolation and High Front-to-Back Ratio for 5G Base Stations","authors":"M. Çiydem","doi":"10.47037/2021.aces.j.360916","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.47037/2021.aces.j.360916","url":null,"abstract":"─ A dual-polarized, broadband, slot-coupled patch antenna design is presented for sub-6 GHz 5G base stations. Proposed antenna is made up of two suspended stacked patches above feedline layer and is excited by crossed elliptic-H slots for ±45o slant, linear dual polarized operation. Prototyped antenna has an impedance bandwidth of 22.1% (3.14 3.92 GHz) for S11, S22 < −15 dB and port isolation S21 is also obtained to be < −28 dB in this band. Antenna exhibits directional radiation patterns with half power beamwidths of 57o 65o and 60o 64o in elevation and azimuth planes, respectively with varying gain of 8.6 9.1 dBi. Proposed antenna is also low profile (11.1 mm) with high front-toback ratio (> 27 dB) without reflector. Design details, numerical studies, and measurement results are presented. Index Terms ─ Dual-polarized, broadband antenna, isolation, front-to-back ratio, sub-6 GHz 5G base stations.","PeriodicalId":8207,"journal":{"name":"Applied Computational Electromagnetics Society Journal","volume":"73 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.7,"publicationDate":"2021-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"83715329","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"计算机科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
S. Ali, J. Ikram, C. Devereux, S. Bukhari, S. Khan, N. Khan, J. Ro
{"title":"Reduction of Cogging Torque in AFPM Machine Using Elliptical-Trapezoidal-Shaped Permanent Magnet","authors":"S. Ali, J. Ikram, C. Devereux, S. Bukhari, S. Khan, N. Khan, J. Ro","doi":"10.47037/2021.aces.j.360819","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.47037/2021.aces.j.360819","url":null,"abstract":"─ The reduction in cogging torque enables smooth operation and an increase in the torque density of the machine. This research aims to minimize cogging torque in dual rotor single stator axial flux permanent magnet (AFPM) machine. Reduction in cogging torque makes the back EMF sinusoidal and reduces the torque ripples in AFPM machine. In this paper, an elliptical trapezoidal-shaped permanent magnet (PM) is proposed to minimize torque ripples of the AFPM machine. The 3D finite element analysis (FEA) is used for the analysis of AFPM machine. The optimization of AFPM machine is done by employing the asymmetric magnet-overhang along with the parameters of elliptical-shaped PM using Genetic algorithm (GA). Index Terms ─ Axial flux machine, cogging torque, elliptical-trapezoidal magnet, FEA, slot-less, torque ripples.","PeriodicalId":8207,"journal":{"name":"Applied Computational Electromagnetics Society Journal","volume":"89 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.7,"publicationDate":"2021-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"81461763","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"计算机科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Liwei Guo, Simin Li, Xing Jiang, Xin Liao, Lin Peng
{"title":"Ultra-wideband Transmissive Linear Polarization Device Based on Graphene","authors":"Liwei Guo, Simin Li, Xing Jiang, Xin Liao, Lin Peng","doi":"10.47037/2021.aces.j.360714","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.47037/2021.aces.j.360714","url":null,"abstract":"In order to achieve both adjustable wideband and high Polarization Conversion Rate (PCR) of the transmitted waves, a novelty tri-layered structure is proposed for terahertz applications. The Rhombus Hollow Square (RHS) is built up by top and bottom gold gratings on Silicon Dioxide and Polyamide substrate with graphene strips. The proposed polarizer broadens the bandwidth and has well performance. As chemical potential increases, the bandwidth is also broadened by adjusting the graphene. From 0.5 THz to 3 THz, the PCR is greater than 90%, and the relative bandwidth up to 142.9%. The transmission and absorption of polarizer are analyzed at the oblique incidence with chemical potential 0.1eV. By simulating and analyzing the performance, a new result of maintaining broadband and high transmittance in oblique incidence is obtained.","PeriodicalId":8207,"journal":{"name":"Applied Computational Electromagnetics Society Journal","volume":"56 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.7,"publicationDate":"2021-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"83388398","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"计算机科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Accurate Far-Field Measurement of Wide-Angle Scanning Phased Array Antennas","authors":"H. Tang, Xianbao Zheng","doi":"10.47037/2021.aces.j.360915","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.47037/2021.aces.j.360915","url":null,"abstract":"─ This paper presents a new approach to the accurate determination of the far-field (FF) pattern of wide-angle scanning phased array antennas (PAAs) that uses planar near-field (NF) technology. When PAAs are engaged in wide-angle scanning, a finite scanning plane and inaccurate probe compensation can lead to truncation errors. The proposed approach reduces these by rotating the PAA to make its main beam perpendicular to the scanning plane. To verify the effectiveness of the approach, both theoretical calculations and actual measurements were undertaken. The simulated and measured results prove that the proposed method is more accurate than traditional NF technology for a large PAA scanning angle, such as ψ0=50° and Δ0=50° (in simulation; 54° when measured). Index Terms ─ Antenna measurement, planar near-field technology, wide-angle scanning phased array antenna.","PeriodicalId":8207,"journal":{"name":"Applied Computational Electromagnetics Society Journal","volume":"84 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.7,"publicationDate":"2021-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"83418525","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"计算机科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Ranjan Mishra, Rajeev Dandotiya, Ankush Kapoor, P. Kumar
{"title":"Compact High Gain Multiband Antenna Based on Split Ring Resonator and Inverted F Slots for 5G Industry Applications","authors":"Ranjan Mishra, Rajeev Dandotiya, Ankush Kapoor, P. Kumar","doi":"10.47037/2021.aces.j.360808","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.47037/2021.aces.j.360808","url":null,"abstract":"─ This paper presents the design, optimization, fabrication, and measurement of the compact high gain microstrip antenna with a split ring resonator and set of inverted-F slots along with a matching stub for sub-6 GHz5G applications. In this investigation, different iterations are visualized by incorporating inverted F slots, a split ring resonator, and a matching stub in the transmission line. The advantages of each incorporated structure are analyzed, and a hybrid antenna consisting of the combination is proposed as a final antenna configuration with the optimum results. The proposed final design attains compactness and multi-band operation. Impedance matching is improved by using the stub matched technique at the feed line. The designed antenna shows the resonances at precisely 2.1 GHz, 3.3 GHz, and 4.1GHz. The proposed antenna is suitable for mobile cellular communication such as the LTE band (2.1 GHz), n78 band (3.3 GHz), and n77 band (4.1 GHz) of 5G bands. The gain retrieved from each band attains more than 5 dB value. Index Terms ─ Fifth generation (5G), inverted F-slot, Split Ring Resonator (SRR), stub matching.","PeriodicalId":8207,"journal":{"name":"Applied Computational Electromagnetics Society Journal","volume":"36 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.7,"publicationDate":"2021-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"73865807","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"计算机科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Simulating Boundary Fields of Arbitrary-shaped Objects in a Reverberation Chamber","authors":"Qian Xu, Kai Chen, Xueqi Shen, Yi Huan","doi":"10.47037/2021.aces.j.36092","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.47037/2021.aces.j.36092","url":null,"abstract":"─ In a reverberation chamber, analytical solutions exist in very limited scenarios for the distribution of the boundary fields. For arbitrary-shaped objects, analytical solutions may not exist. To solve this problem, a general numerical method is proposed to obtain the mean field distribution near arbitrary-shaped objects in a random diffused-wave environment. The proposed method combines the full-wave method and the Monte-Carlo method; the numerical results are validated and compared with that from analytical equations. The proposed method can be applied to arbitrary-shaped objects with general material properties. Index Terms ─ Boundary fields, Monte-Carlo simulation, plane wave model, reverberation chamber.","PeriodicalId":8207,"journal":{"name":"Applied Computational Electromagnetics Society Journal","volume":"100 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.7,"publicationDate":"2021-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"74992570","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"计算机科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"A New Mode Stirrer Design for the Reverberation Chamber","authors":"Jiazhi Tang, Furong Li, Junhao Zheng, Xiaoming Chen, Yingsong Li, Juan Chen","doi":"10.47037/2021.aces.j.36099","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.47037/2021.aces.j.36099","url":null,"abstract":"─ In this paper, a mode stirrer composed of random positioned metal plates is proposed for reverberation chamber. The designing procedure of the mode stirrer is presented. The designed stirrer is compared with the common Z-shaped stirrer in both simulation and measurement. It is shown that in general the proposed stirrer outperforms the common Z-shaped stirrer with the same sweeping volume. Nevertheless, the measurement results show that the performance improvement of the designed stirrer becomes insignificant at higher frequencies with additional platform stirring. Albeit the difference, the stirring improvement of the designed stirrer is clearly demonstrated at low frequencies, which is more important due to the inherent low mode density at low frequency. Index Terms ─ Independent sample number, measurement uncertainty, mode stirrer, reverberation chamber.","PeriodicalId":8207,"journal":{"name":"Applied Computational Electromagnetics Society Journal","volume":"45 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.7,"publicationDate":"2021-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"77270279","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"计算机科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}