Robust optimization and tuning of microwave filters and artificial transmission lines using aggressive space mapping techniques

Aggressive Space Mapping (ASM) techniques are widely used for the automated design of many passive microwave components. In this work, we will show their practical application to the robust design and post-manufacturing tuning of waveguide filters, as well as to the automated synthesis of planar filters and passive devices based on semi-lumped elements and artificial transmission lines. Efficiency and robustness, key issues in all these automated procedures, will be also deeply considered.