Improved Computer-Aided Synthesis Tools for the Design of Matching Networks for Wideband Microwave Amplifiers

Network synthesis is a powerful design tool when applied to the design of matching networks for wideband microwave amplifiers. Significant design improvements have been made in the computer-aided synthesis process which provides a powerful, efficient and friendly tool for the microwave amplifier designer. Design methodologies are given, computer automation methods outlined and a complete amplifier design example is included.