Microwave Knowhow Andy Barter by Andy Barter 9781905086563 instant download after payment.

Is a new compilation of articles aimed at those who are interested in building equipment fo rthe amateur radio microwave bands. The designs in this book are from authors all around the world who are keen microwave constructors themselves. This ensures that all of the projects use modern techniques and up to date components... If you are already active on the microwave bands or simply looking for interesting projects Microwave Know How will show you how easy it is to become more active using modern devices and equipment.
Contents
1 Antennas 1
• Weatherproof microwave antennas
• 6cm antenna
• Vivaldi antennas
2 Power Amplifiers 47
• 1W power amplifier for 9 - 11GHz
• 23cm amplifier
3 Measuring Equipment 59
• Improving Harmonic response of the HP8555A
• 1OMHz- 10GHz noise source
• Noise factor measurement with older spectrum
4 Filters and Design 97
• Interdigital capacito rs
• Bandpass filter for microwaves
• Hybrid coupler
5 Modifying Commercial Equipment 127
• Eyal Gal 21.2 - 23.6GHz tranceiver for 24GHz
• Converting the Cenager 7HGz module for 5.7GHz
• DXR 700 conversion to 5.7GHz
• Using Eyal Gal 11GHz transverter on 10GHz
• 24GHz White Boxes
6 Converters 143
• S Band Receive Converter (uses a YIG LO)
• 144MHz Down Converter
7 Oscillators 161
• DDS using the AD9951
• MMIC oscillator experiments
Index 177