타이틀 |
Simulation of TunneLadder Traveling-Wave Tube Input/Output Coupler Characteristics Using MAFIA |
저자 |
Carol L. Kory and A. Haq Qureshi |
Keyword |
TunneLadder; Traveling-wave tube; Input/output coupler; Simulation |
URL |
http://gltrs.grc.nasa.gov/reports/1996/CR-198505.pdf |
보고서번호 |
NASA CR-198505 |
발행년도 |
1996 |
출처 |
NASA Glenn Research Center |
ABSTRACT |
RF input/output coupler characteristics for the TunneLadder traveling-wave tube have been calculated using the three-dimensional computer code, MAFIA and compared to experimental data with good agreement. Theory behind coupling of the TunneLadder interaction circuit to input and output waveguides is presented and VSWR data is calculated for variations on principal coupler dimensions to provide insight into manufacturing tolerances necessary for acceptable performance. Accuracy of results using MAFIA demonstrates how experimental hardware testing of three-dimensional coupler designs can be reduced. |