Systems and methods of waveguide assembly

Various embodiments provide for waveguide assemblies which may be utilized in wireless communication systems. Various embodiments may allow for waveguide assemblies to be assembled using tools and methodologies that are simpler than the conventional alternatives. Some embodiments provide for a waveguide assembly that comprises a straight tubular portion configured to be shortened, using simple techniques and tools, in order to fit into a waveguide assembly. For instance, for some embodiments, the waveguide assembly may be configured such that the straight portion can be shortened, at a cross section of the portion, using a basic cutting tool, such a hacksaw. In some embodiments, the straight portion may be further configured such that regardless of whether the straight tubular portion is shortened, the waveguide assembly remains capable of coupling to flanges, which facilitate coupling the straight tubular portion to connectable assemblies, such as other waveguide assemblies, radio equipment, or antennas.

Low-noise-figure aperture antenna

Embodiments of the present invention concerns an aperture antenna that comprises: a receiving element, which includes an aperture and is configured to receive, through the aperture, radio signals having frequencies within a given band of radio frequencies; a waveguide configured to receive radio signals from the receiving element; and a frequency selective structure, which is arranged between the receiving element and the waveguide, and comprises metamaterial structures that extend partially inside the receiving element and/or partially inside the waveguide and that are configured to cause the propagation, from the receiving element to the waveguide, of only the received radio signals that have frequencies comprised within a predetermined sub-band of the given band of radio frequencies. Furthermore, the frequency selective structure is configured to reflect back into the receiving element the received radio signals that have frequencies not comprised in the predetermined sub-band.

Printed circuit board having dc blocking dielectric waveguide vias

A printed circuit board is disclosed. The printed circuit board includes a first signal transmission layer, a via and a second signal transmission layer. The via connects the first signal transmission layer to the second signal transmission layer. The via includes a first region made of a first dielectric material having a first dielectric constant, and a second region made of a second dielectric material having a second dielectric constant lower than the first dielectric constant. The via allows AC Component of an electro-magnetic signal to be transmitted from the first signal transmission layer to the second signal transmission layer while blocking any DC component of the electromagnetic signal.

Transmission medium having a nonconductive material and methods for use therewith

Aspects of the subject disclosure may include, for example, a transmission medium for propagating electromagnetic waves. The transmission medium can have a first dielectric material for propagating electromagnetic waves guided by the first dielectric material, and a second dielectric material disposed on at least a portion of an outer surface of the first dielectric material for reducing an exposure of the electromagnetic waves to an environment that adversely affects propagation of the electromagnetic waves on the first dielectric material. Other embodiments are disclosed.

Flexible substrate and optical device

A flexible substrate is disclosed. The flexible substrate includes an insulating substrate having a first surface and a second surface opposite to the first surface, a first connection portion having a first conductor, a first ground pattern, and a second ground pattern on the first surface, the first ground pattern and the second ground pattern being spaced apart from the first conductor and respectively located at either side of the first conductor, a conductor pattern formed on the second surface, the conductor pattern being connected to the first conductor, and a third ground pattern formed on the second surface, the third ground pattern being connected to the first ground pattern, wherein a distance between the conductor pattern and the third ground pattern is smaller than a distance between the first conductor and the first ground pattern.

CONNECTION STRUCTURE OF DIELECTRIC WAVEGUIDE

Provided is a structure configured to electrically connect multi-layer dielectric waveguides, each including a dielectric waveguide formed of conductor patterns and vias in a laminating direction of the multi-layer dielectric substrate, in which the vias for forming part of a waveguide wall of each of the dielectric waveguides are arranged in a staggered pattern in the multi-layer dielectric substrate side having choke structures formed so as to electrically connect the waveguides to each other. 1. A connection structure for dielectric waveguides , comprising:a first multi-layer dielectric substrate, which includes a first dielectric waveguide having a first opening portion, and is configured to propagate a high-frequency signal therethrough; anda second multi-layer dielectric substrate, which includes a second dielectric waveguide having a second opening portion, is arranged to be opposed to the first multi-layer dielectric substrate so that the first opening portion and the second opening portion are opposed to each other through a first space therebetween, and is configured to propagate the high-frequency signal therethrough, a first surface-layer conductor, which is provided so as to cover a surface of the first multi-layer dielectric substrate, the surface being opposed to the second multi-layer dielectric substrate, has the first opening portion formed therethrough, and has first cutouts formed at two positions spaced by λ/4 away from edges of the first opening portion so as to be opposed to each other through the first opening portion therebetween;', 'a first inner-layer conductor, which is provided in the first multi-layer dielectric substrate so as to be opposed to the first surface-layer conductor, and has a first conductor removed portion formed at a position opposed to the first opening portion; and', 'a plurality of first conductor columns, which are provided to extend from the first surface-layer conductor through the first inner-layer conductor in a ...

Microwave Connector Assembly

A microwave connector assembly comprises a waveguide ferrule having a receiving end receiving a dielectric waveguide, a connecting end distal to the receiving end, and a locking member, and a ferrule socket at least partially receiving the waveguide ferrule in a ferrule receptacle. The ferrule socket engages in a locking connection with the locking member. The ferrule socket has a coding member engaging a complementary coding member of the waveguide ferrule only when the waveguide ferrule is positioned relative to the ferrule socket in a single predetermined angular position or in one of two predetermined angular positions that are rotated by 180° with respect to each other. 1. A microwave connector assembly , comprising:a waveguide ferrule having a receiving end receiving a dielectric waveguide, a connecting end distal to the receiving end, and a locking member; anda ferrule socket at least partially receiving the waveguide ferrule in a ferrule receptacle, the ferrule socket engaging in a locking connection with the locking member, the ferrule socket having a coding member engaging a complementary coding member of the waveguide ferrule only when the waveguide ferrule is positioned relative to the ferrule socket in a single predetermined angular position or in one of two predetermined angular positions that are rotated by 180° with respect to each other.2. The microwave connector assembly of claim 1 , wherein the complementary coding member is a flattened portion.3. The microwave connector assembly of claim 2 , wherein the flattened portion is flattened in a direction opposite a radial direction of the waveguide ferrule.4. The microwave connector assembly of claim 1 , wherein a pair of complementary coding members are located at radially opposite sides of a waveguide ferrule base of the waveguide ferrule.5. The microwave connector assembly of claim 4 , wherein a pair of coding members are located at radially opposite sides of the ferrule receptacle.6. The microwave ...

Waveguide Gasket

The present disclosure relates to a waveguide gasket () arranged for electrically sealing a waveguide interface () between a first contact end () and second contact end () of the waveguide gasket. The waveguide gasket () comprises a plurality of electrically conducting members () that are positioned along a circumference () along which the waveguide gasket () extends. Each electrically conducting member () has a first end () and a second end () compressibly separable by a variable first height (h) along a first direction (d). Each first end () faces the first contact end () and each second end () faces the second side contact end (), where each first contact end () and each second contact end () are separated by a variable second height (h) along the first direction (d), At least one electrically conducting member () is arranged to expand only along said circumference () when compressed. 115-. (canceled)16. A waveguide gasket configured to electrically seal a waveguide interface between a first contact end and second contact end of the waveguide gasket , wherein the waveguide gasket comprises a plurality of electrically conducting members that are positioned along a circumference along which the waveguide gasket extends , each electrically conducting member having a first end and a second end compressibly separable by a variable first height along a first direction , the variable first height being equal to , or falling below , a maximum first height , wherein each first end faces the first contact end and each second end faces the second side contact end , wherein each first contact end and each second contact end are separated by a variable second height along the first direction , and wherein at least one electrically conducting member is arranged to expand only along said circumference when compressed , such that an expansion of the waveguide gasket in a direction towards a gasket opening that is defined and surrounded by the electrically conducting members is ...

Microwave Chip Package Device

A microwave device includes a semiconductor package comprising a microwave semiconductor chip and a waveguide part associated with the semiconductor package. The waveguide part is configured to transfer a microwave waveguide signal. It includes one or more pieces. The microwave device further includes a transformer element configured to transform a microwave signal from the microwave semiconductor chip into the microwave waveguide signal or to transform the microwave waveguide signal into a microwave signal for the microwave semiconductor chip. 1. A microwave device , comprising:a semiconductor package comprising a microwave semiconductor chip;a waveguide part associated with the semiconductor package and configured to transfer a microwave waveguide signal, wherein the waveguide part comprises one or more pieces; anda transformer element configured to transform a microwave signal from the microwave semiconductor chip into the microwave waveguide signal for the waveguide part or to transform the microwave waveguide signal from the waveguide part into a microwave signal for the microwave semiconductor chip.2. The microwave device of claim 1 , wherein the waveguide part or the one or more pieces thereof are of plastic claim 1 , in particular 3D printed plastic parts.3. The microwave device of claim 1 , wherein the waveguide part comprises a microwave component selected from the group consisting of a filter claim 1 , an antenna claim 1 , a resonator claim 1 , a power combiner claim 1 , and a power divider.4. The microwave device of claim 1 , wherein the waveguide part comprises a wall metallization or is electrically conductive.5. The microwave device of claim 1 , wherein the waveguide part comprises at least a first waveguide and a second waveguide.6. The microwave device of claim 5 , wherein the waveguide part further comprises a third waveguide configured to interconnect the first waveguide and the second waveguide.7. The microwave device of claim 6 , wherein the ...

WAVEGUIDES

A waveguide comprising first and second waveguide sections, each waveguide section comprising a main body portion () and a connecting portion () at its distal end, said first and second waveguide sections being longitudinally aligned to define a conduit therethrough with a butted interface () therebetween, the connecting portion of each waveguide section having: (i) a first circumferential ridge () on its outer surface located adjacent its distal end, (ii) a second circumferential ridge () on its outer surface spaced apart from the first circumferential ridge, and (iii) a third circumferential ridge () on its outer surface located between said first and second circumferential ridges, such that a first respective recess () is defined between said second and third circumferential ridges and a second respective recess () is defined between said first and third circumferential ridges; the waveguide further comprising a sleeve member () over said butted interface (), such that a respective first cavity () is defined between an inner surface of said sleeve member () and each said first recess () and a respective second cavity is defined between the inner surface of said sleeve member () and each said second recess (), each said first cavity () having a chemical adhesive therein operative to join said first and second waveguide sections together by means of said sleeve member (). 1. A waveguide comprising first and second waveguide sections , each waveguide section comprising a main body portion and a connecting portion at its distal end , said first and second waveguide sections being longitudinally aligned to define a conduit therethrough with a butted interface therebetween , wherein the connecting portion of each waveguide section has: (i) a first circumferential ridge on its outer surface located adjacent its distal end , (ii) a second circumferential ridge on its outer surface spaced apart from the first circumferential ridge , and (iii) a third circumferential ridge ...

APPARATUSES AND METHODS FOR A PLANAR WAVEGUIDE ANTENNA

An antenna comprises: a first set of two subarrays and a second set of two subarrays, where each subarray comprises: a set of antenna elements; a set of shunt waveguides, where each shunt waveguide is coupled to a unique subset of antenna elements; and a series waveguide coupled to each shunt waveguide of the set of shunt waveguides; wherein all of the series waveguides are substantially parallel; wherein each subarray of the first set is interleaved with a unique subarray of the second set so as to form first interleaved subarrays and second interleaved subarrays; wherein the first interleaved subarrays and the second interleaved subarrays are adjacent; and wherein the series waveguides of the second set are disposed within the series waveguides of the first set without any interceding series waveguides. 1. An antenna , comprising: a first set of antenna elements;', 'a first set of shunt waveguides, where each shunt waveguide of the first set of shunt waveguides is coupled to a unique subset of the first set of antenna elements; and', 'a first series waveguide coupled to each shunt waveguide of the first set of shunt waveguides;, 'a first set of two subarrays, where each subarray of the first set of two subarrays comprises a second set of antenna elements;', 'a second set of shunt waveguides, where each shunt waveguide of the second set of shunt waveguides is coupled to a unique subset of the second set of antenna elements; and', 'a second series waveguide coupled to each shunt waveguide of the second set of shunt waveguides;, 'a second set of two subarrays, where each subarray of the second set of two subarrays compriseswherein all of the series waveguides are substantially parallel;wherein each subarray of the first set of subarrays is interleaved with a unique subarray of the second set of subarrays so as to form first interleaved subarrays and second interleaved subarrays;wherein the first interleaved subarrays and the second interleaved subarrays are adjacent; ...

Sectioned probe for a radar level gauge

The present invention relates to a guided wave radar level gauge comprising a transceiver, processing circuitry and a single conductor probe comprising at least two elongate probe sections. A connector extending from a first end of the probe section comprises: an abutment portion having a diameter smaller than a diameter of the probe section, an intermediate portion, having a diameter smaller than the abutment portion, arranged between the probe section and the abutment portion and an outside threaded portion. A second end portion of the probe section comprises a sleeve comprising an inside threaded receiving portion receiving the connector; a passage through a sidewall of the sleeve being located off-center in relation to a longitudinal central axis of the probe section. The probe further comprises a locking pin to be arranged in the passage locking two assembled probe sections by limiting movement of the abutment portion in a longitudinal direction.

SYSTEMS AND METHODS OF WAVEGUIDE ASSEMBLY USING LONGITUDINAL FEATURES

Various embodiments provide for waveguide assemblies which may be utilized in wireless communication systems. Various embodiments may allow for waveguide assemblies to be assembled using tools and methodologies that are simpler than the conventional alternatives. Some embodiments provide for a waveguide assembly that comprises a straight tubular portion configured to be shortened, using simple techniques and tools, in order to fit into a waveguide assembly. For instance, for some embodiments, the waveguide assembly may be configured such that the straight portion can be shortened, at a cross section of the portion, using a basic cutting tool, such a hacksaw. In some embodiments, the straight portion may be further configured such that regardless of whether the straight tubular portion is shortened, the waveguide assembly remains capable of coupling to flanges, which facilitate coupling the straight tubular portion to connectable assemblies, such as other waveguide assemblies, radio equipment, or antennas. 1. A waveguide , comprising:a waveguide bend portion including a first bend-portion open end and a second bend-portion open end;a first attachable flange coupled to the waveguide bend portion at the first bend-portion open end, the first attachable flange including a first flange open portion aligned with the first bend-portion open end, the first attachable flange further including at least one first flange attachment point configured to be mechanically fastened by at least one first fastener to a first waveguide straight portion, the first waveguide straight portion having a first straight-portion open end, the first flange open portion being configured to align with the first straight-portion open end, the first waveguide straight portion including at least one first longitudinal feature disposed on a first surface of the first waveguide straight portion, the at least one first longitudinal feature including at least one first straight-portion attachment point, ...

CONNECTOR FOR WAVEGUIDE, COMMUNICATION MODULE, TRANSMISSION CABLE, AND ELECTRONIC DEVICE

The present technology relates to a connector for a waveguide, a communication module, a transmission cable, and an electronic device capable of reducing sizes of devices and parts using a plurality of waveguides. A connector for a waveguide is provided with an insertion unit in which a plurality of waveguides is inserted in a state in which side surfaces are opposed to each other, and a plurality of waveguide paths which connects a mounting surface which is a surface mounted on a substrate and the insertion unit and transmits signals transmitted by corresponding waveguides. The present technology is applicable to electronic devices which transmit signals using a plurality of waveguides, for example. 1. A connector for a waveguide comprising:an insertion unit in which a plurality of waveguides is inserted in a state in which side surfaces are opposed to each other; anda plurality of waveguide paths which connects a mounting surface which is a surface mounted on a substrate and the insertion unit and transmits signals transmitted by corresponding waveguides.2. The connector for a waveguide according to claim 1 , with the insertion unit to and from which the plurality of waveguides is able to be attached and detached claim 1 , the connector further comprising:a fixing member which directly or indirectly applies force in a direction in which the side surfaces of the waveguides oppose to each other to fix a waveguide to the insertion unit.3. The connector for a waveguide according to claim 2 ,wherein ends of opposed surfaces of adjacent waveguides are joined to opposite surfaces of a conductive plate, so that the plurality of waveguides is bundled, andthe fixing member includes a first fixing member having conductivity which pushes a side surface of the waveguide of at least one of the waveguides arranged on outermost sides in the direction in which the side surfaces of the waveguides oppose to each other.4. The connector for a waveguide according to claim 3 ,wherein ...

ADAPTER STRUCTURE WITH WAVEGUIDE CHANNELS

An adapter structure for transferring an electromagnetic signal between an electronic component and an antenna, the adapter structure includes an adapter body having a base surface. The adapter structure further includes at least one ridged adapter waveguide channel, wherein the at least one adapter waveguide channel extends from the base surface into the adapter body. The adapter structure further includes an electromagnetic band gap structure with a plurality of band gap elements, wherein the band gap elements are spaced apart relative to each other, project from the base surface and have a front face spaced apart from the base surface. At least one band gap element is arranged as extension of a ridge of an associated adapter waveguide channel. 123. An adapter structure for transferring an electromagnetic signal between an electronic component (′) and an antenna (′) , the adapter structure comprising:{'b': 3', '130, 'i': c', 'b, 'an adapter body (′) having a base surface ();'}{'b': 170', '170', '130', '3, 'i': b', 'c, 'at least one ridged adapter waveguide channel (), wherein the at least one adapter waveguide channel () extends from the base surface () into the adapter body (′);'}{'b': 160', '161', '130', '130, 'i': b', 'b, 'an electromagnetic band gap structure with a plurality of band gap elements, wherein the band gap elements (, ) are spaced apart relative to each other, project from the base surface () and have a front face spaced apart from the base surface ();'}{'b': 161', '170, 'wherein at least one band gap element () is arranged as an extension of a ridge of an associated adapter waveguide channel ().'}2170. The adapter structure according to claim 1 , wherein the at least one adapter waveguide channel () is double-ridged.3161170. The adapter structure according to claim 2 , wherein two band gap elements () are arranged as extensions of the two ridges of the at least one adapter waveguide channel ().4170170161170. The adapter structure according to ...

Impedance Controlled Electrical Interconnection Employing Meta-Materials

A method of improving electrical interconnections between two electrical elements is made available by providing a meta-material overlay in conjunction with the electrical interconnection. The meta-material overlay is designed to make the electrical signal propagating via the electrical interconnection to act as though the permittivity and permeability of the dielectric medium within which the electrical interconnection is formed are different than the real component permittivity and permeability of the dielectric medium surrounding the electrical interconnection. In some instances the permittivity and permeability resulting from the meta-material cause the signal to propagate as if the permittivity and permeability have negative values. Accordingly the method provides for electrical interconnections possessing enhanced control and stability of impedance, reduced noise, and reduced loss. Alternative embodiments of the meta-material overlay provide, the enhancements for conventional discrete wire bonds whilst also facilitating single integrated designs compatible with tape implementation. 120.-. (canceled)21. A device comprising: the first set of layers includes a second conductor layer and a third conductor layer, wherein the second conductor layer is disposed between the first surface of the first conductor layer and the third conductor layer;', 'the second set of layers includes a fourth conductor layer and a fifth conductor layer, wherein the fourth conductor layer is disposed between the second surface of the first conductor layer and the fifth conductor layer;', 'the second conductor layer includes a first plurality of electrically independent conductors arranged to span the width of the plurality of layers and the third conductor layer extends continuously along the width of the plurality of layers; and', 'the fourth conductor layer includes a second plurality of electrically independent conductors arranged to span the width of the plurality of layers and the ...

PRECISION WAVEGUIDE INTERFACE

A waveguide interface comprising a support block configured to support a printed circuit board assembly. An interface is coupled to an end portion of the support block and extends from the support block. The interface includes a slot positioned to receive at least a portion of the printed circuit board assembly and one or more holes positioned to receive attachment devices to secure the interface to a waveguide component. The support block and interface are molded as a monolithic device. A method of forming the waveguide interface, a waveguide assembly including the waveguide interface, and a method of making the waveguide assembly including the waveguide interface are also disclosed. 1. A waveguide interface comprising:a monolithic molded device comprising a support block configured to support a printed circuit board assembly and an interface coupled to an end portion of the support block and extending from the support block, the interface having a slot positioned to receive at least a portion of the printed circuit board assembly and one or more holes positioned to receive attachment devices to secure the interface to a waveguide flange.2. The waveguide interface of claim 1 , wherein the support block and the interface are formed from a moldable metal alloy.3. The waveguide interface of claim 1 , wherein the support block and interface comprise a plurality of draft angles along one or more surfaces of the support block and the interface to allow for removal from a mold.4. A waveguide assembly comprising:a monolithic molded waveguide interface comprising a support block having a printed circuit board assembly affixed thereto and an interface coupled to an end portion of the support block and extending from the support block, the interface having a slot positioned to receive at least a portion of the printed circuit board assembly and one or more holes positioned to receive attachment devices to secure the interface to a waveguide flange;a launch transducer ...

Arrangement for Interconnection of Waveguide Structures and a Structure for a Waveguide Structure Interconnecting Arrangement

An arrangement for interconnecting waveguide structures or components including waveguide flange adapter elements with a surface of a conductive material with a periodic or quasi-periodic structure formed by a number of protruding elements that allows waves to pass across a gap between a surface around a waveguide opening to another waveguide opening in a desired direction or path, at least in an intended frequency band of operation, and to stop wave propagation in the gap in other directions. The arrangement includes devices for interconnecting with a waveguide flange or adapter element without requiring electrical contact and assuring that the gap is present between at least one first surface formed by periodically or quasi-periodically arranged protruding elements and a surface around a waveguide opening of the other waveguide flange, hence assuring that the first surface is not in direct mechanical contact with the other, opposite, interconnecting, waveguide flange. 139.-. (canceled)40. An arrangement for interconnecting waveguide components , comprising:a number of waveguide flange adapter elements comprising a first surface of a conductive material with a periodic or quasi-periodic structure formed by a number of protruding elements that allow waves to pass across a gap between a second surface around a waveguide opening to another waveguide opening in a desired direction or waveguide path, at least in an intended frequency band of operation, and that stop propagation of waves in the gap in other directions;means for interconnecting a waveguide flange or a waveguide flange adapter element without requiring electrical contact and with assuring that the gap is present between the first surface and a third surface around the other waveguide opening of the other waveguide flange or of another waveguide flange adapter element, hence assuring that the first surface is not in direct mechanical contact with an opposite interconnecting waveguide flange or waveguide ...

ARRANGEMENT FOR INTERCONNECTION OF WAVEGUIDE STRUCTURES AND A STRUCTURE FOR A WAVEGUIDE STRUCTURE INTERCONNECTING ARRANGEMENT

An arrangement () for interconnection of waveguide structures () or components comprising a number of waveguide flange adapter elements () having a surface of a conductive material with a periodic or quasi-periodic structure () formed by a number of protruding elements () arranged or designed to allow waves to pass across a gap between a surface around a waveguide opening () to another waveguide opening in a desired direction or waveguide paths, at least in an intended frequency band of operation, and to stop propagation of waves in the gap in other directions. Interconnection with a waveguide flange or another waveguide flange adapter element is allowed without requiring electrical or conductive contact and assuring that the gap is present between the at least one surface () formed by periodically or quasi-periodically arranged protruding elements () and a surface around a waveguide opening of the other waveguide flange (), hence assuring that the surface () formed by the periodically or quasi-periodically arranged protruding elements () is not in direct mechanical contact with the other, opposite, interconnecting, waveguide flange (). 1. An arrangement for interconnecting waveguide components , comprising:a waveguide flange adapter element having a first waveguide opening and being configured to provide an interconnection between first and second waveguide structures;a first waveguide flange of the first waveguide structure having a second waveguide opening;the waveguide flange adapter element comprising a first surface of a conductive material with a periodic or quasi-periodic structure formed by a number of protruding elements surrounding the first waveguide opening;an interconnector configured to releasably or fixedly interconnect the waveguide flange adapter element to the first waveguide flange without requiring electrical contact and to provide a first gap between a second surface around the first waveguide opening and the second waveguide opening and ...

QUICK COUPLING ASSEMBLIES

A coupling assembly for a first device having a bayonet is provided. The coupling assembly includes a top plate, a bottom plate, and first fasteners securing the top and bottom plates to one another. The top plate having a slot along a connection axis, where the slot receives the bayonet. The bottom plate has a locking arm in axial alignment with the slot and a biasing arm in a region that is radially offset from the locking arm. The region of the bottom plate receives the bayonet, when in a locked position, with the locking arm preventing the bayonet, by interference with locking arm, from rotating about the connection axis back into alignment with the slot and with the biasing arm preventing the bayonet, by interference with biasing arm, from being withdrawn axially along the connection axis. 1. A coupling assembly for a first device having a bayonet , comprising:a top plate having a slot along a connection axis, the slot being configured to receive the bayonet;a bottom plate having a locking arm in axial alignment with the slot and a biasing arm in a region that is radially offset from the locking arm;first fasteners securing the top and bottom plates to one another,wherein the region is configured to receive the bayonet, when in a locked position, with the locking arm preventing the bayonet, by interference with locking arm, from rotating about the connection axis back into alignment with the slot and with the biasing arm preventing the bayonet, by interference with biasing arm, from being withdrawn axially along the connection axis.2. The coupling assembly of claim 1 , further comprising a second fastener configured to secure the coupling assembly to a second device with the bottom plate proximate the second device.3. The coupling assembly of claim 1 , wherein claim 1 , when in the locked position claim 1 , the biasing arm is configured to add a biasing force along the connection axis to the bayonet.4. The coupling assembly of claim 1 , wherein the bottom plate ...

High Frequency Signal Feed Through

A high frequency signal feed through by which the ends of an input side coaxial cable and an output side coaxial cable, to be connected to each other, each comprising an interior conductor and an exterior conductor surrounding the interior conductor, are coupled to each other, showing a housing, a preferably pressure-resistant signal feed through arranged in the housing for the interior conductor, with the interior conductor being coupled at a conductive structure, arranged preferably centrally in the housing and capable of handling high frequencies, with at least one element for the galvanic separation being arranged between an input side and an output side, with the housing showing the structure for the galvanically separated coupling of the exterior conductor. 1. A high frequency signal feed through , by which ends of an input-side coaxial cable and an output side coaxial cable to be connected to each other , each comprising an interior conductor and an exterior conductor surrounding the interior conductor , are coupled to each other , with a housing , a pressure-resistant signal feed through arranged in said housing for the interior conductor , characterized in that the interior conductor is coupled to the conductive structure , preferably arranged centrally in the housing and capable of handling high frequencies , with at least one element being arranged between an input side and an output side for the galvanic separation , with the housing showing the structure for the galvanically separated coupling of the exterior conductor.2. The high frequency signal feed through of claim 1 , wherein the interior conductor is coupled to a circuit-board arranged in the housing and provided on a first side with a conductive structure capable of handling high frequencies claim 1 , showing at least one separating element arranged on the circuit-board for the galvanic signal separation claim 1 , with a second side of the circuit-board opposite the first side showing a second ...

Circuit board

A circuit board is disclosed, including a circuit board body and at least one via apparatus provided on the circuit board body. The via apparatus includes a via (101) formed on the circuit board body, a via pad (201) surrounding the via and separately provided from the via, and an electrical conductor (301) electrically connecting the via pad (201) with the via (101).

WAVEGUIDE GASKET ARRANGEMENT

The present disclosure relates to a waveguide gasket arrangement arranged for electrically sealing a waveguide interface between a first waveguide end and a second waveguide end, where the waveguide gasket arrangement comprises a first plurality of electrically conducting members connected to a first common structure along a first circumference. The waveguide gasket arrangement further comprises a second plurality of electrically conducting members connected to a second common structure along a second circumference. For each one of the first plurality of electrically conducting members and the second plurality of electrically conducting members there is a corresponding first sub-plurality of electrically conducting members which are intended to contact a waveguide end, and a second sub-plurality of electrically conducting members which are intended to contact a corresponding intermediate electrically conducting structure that is positioned between the first plurality of electrically conducting members and the second plurality of electrically conducting members. 1. A waveguide gasket arrangement arranged for electrically sealing a waveguide interface between a first waveguide end and a second waveguide end , where the waveguide gasket arrangement comprises a first plurality of electrically conducting members connected to a first common structure along a first circumference , wherein the waveguide gasket arrangement comprises a second plurality of electrically conducting members connected to a second common structure along a second circumference , where , for each one of the first plurality of electrically conducting members and the second plurality of electrically conducting members there is:a corresponding first sub-plurality of electrically conducting members which are intended to contact a waveguide end, anda second sub-plurality of electrically conducting members which are intended to contact a corresponding intermediate electrically conducting structure that is ...

WAVEGUIDE DEVICE, COMMUNICATION MODULE, METHOD OF PRODUCING WAVEGUIDE DEVICE, AND ELECTRONIC DEVICE

An electronic device includes a central control unit and a waveguide device. The waveguide device includes a high-frequency signal waveguide for transmitting a high-frequency signal emitted from a communication module having a communication function, and an attachment/detachment unit capable of attaching/detaching the communication module so that coupling between the high-frequency signal waveguide and the high-frequency signal is possible. The communication module includes a communication device and a transfer structure configured to cause the high-frequency signal emitted from the communication device to be transferred to the high-frequency signal waveguide of the waveguide device. 2. The device of comprising a plurality of attachment/detachment units at respective ends of transmission paths claim 1 , the plurality of attachment/detachment units being linearly aligned with wall units of the plurality of attachment/detachment units being parallel to each other.3. The device of comprising a plurality of attachment/detachment units wherein the attachment/detachment units are provided at a plurality of positions along the waveguide.4. The device of claim 1 , wherein:the device includes a plurality of transmission paths and a plurality of attachment/detachment units; andeach transmission path terminates at a attachment/detachment unit.5. The device of claim 4 , wherein transmission paths do not come into contact with each other at the attachment/detachment units.6. The device according to further including a plurality of transmission paths at least two of which terminate end at the attachment/detachment unit with a gap therebetween so as to be decoupled from each other.7. The device of claim 4 , further comprising a relay module that relays at least one of the one or more communication signals from one transmission path to another transmission path.8. The device of comprising a plurality of independent transmission paths.9. The device of claim 8 , wherein some of the ...

FIXING STRUCTURE OF CABLE TO WIRING SUBSTRATE, AND CABLE, AND MANUFACTURING METHOD OF CABLE

A transmission line includes an insulator as a base member, a transmission conductor, and a ground layer. A connector is provided at a wiring substrate to fix the transmission line. The transmission line includes a signal columnar conductor having a solid columnar shape integrated with the transmission conductor, and ground columnar conductors having solid columnar shapes integrated with the ground layer. The connector has a through hole corresponding to the signal columnar conductor, and through holes corresponding to the ground columnar conductors. Conductive films are respectively provided on the inner peripheral surfaces of the through holes. The signal columnar conductor is inserted into the through hole, and the ground columnar conductors are respectively inserted into the through holes. 1. A fixing structure configured to fix a cable to a wiring substrate , the fixing structure comprising:a cable including a first insulating sheet defining a base member, an elongated transmission conductor configured to transmit a signal, a ground conductor, and a connection conductor; anda fixing portion provided at the wiring substrate and configured to fix the cable; whereinthe fixing portion includes a second insulating sheet;the connection conductor is electrically connected with the fixing portion; andthe ground conductor is provided closer to the fixing portion side of the base member than the transmission conductor.2. The fixing structure according to claim 1 , whereinthe fixing portion includes a first interlayer connection conductor connecting to the elongated transmission conductor and a plurality of second interlayer connection conductors connecting to the ground conductor; andthe first interlayer connection conductor is surrounded by the plurality of second interlayer connection conductors when the second insulating sheet is viewed in the planer view.3. The fixing structure according to claim 1 , whereinthe second insulating sheet include a plurality of ...

WAVEGUIDE TUBE CONNECTION DEVICE AND CLAMP FOR WAVEGUIDE TUBE CONNECTION

A waveguide connecting apparatus including two waveguide connecting clamps each including a pair of clamp pieces positioned to oppose each other and sandwich outer peripheral portions of flanges positioned to oppose each other. A fastener pressing the pair of clamp pieces against the outer peripheral portions of the flanges. Each clamp piece includes two abutting members having first faces abutting against faces on the opposite side of faces that oppose each other of the flanges positioned to oppose each other. Second faces abutting against side faces of the waveguides, and third faces serving as tapered faces of the flanges, on the opposite side of the faces opposing each other. A pressing member with a substantially V-shaped cross section, having two inclined faces engaging with the respective third faces of the abutting members, and holding the two abutting members such that the two abutting members are respectively movable in the directions of inclination of the inclined faces with which the two abutting members respectively engage. The two waveguide connecting clamps are positioned such that directions in which the pairs of clamp pieces oppose each other intersect each other. 1. A waveguide connecting apparatus that connects a pair of waveguides that respectively have flanges at ends , such that the flanges oppose each other , the waveguide connecting apparatus comprising:two waveguide connecting clamps, each comprising:a pair of clamp pieces positioned so as to oppose each other and sandwich outer peripheral portions of the flanges that are positioned so as to oppose each other such that the pair of waveguides are in communication with each other; anda fastener that presses the pair of clamp pieces against the outer peripheral portions of the flanges,wherein each clamp piece comprises: first faces that are to abut against the faces that are on the opposite side,', 'second faces that are to abut against side faces of the waveguides, and', 'third faces that are ...

MILLIMETER WAVE WAVEGUIDE CONNECTOR WITH INTEGRATED WAVEGUIDE STRUCTURING

Generally, this disclosure provides apparatus and systems for coupling waveguides to a server package with a modular connector system, as well as methods for fabricating such a connector system. Such a system may be formed with connecting waveguides that turn a desired amount, which in turn may allow a server package to send a signal through a waveguide bundle in any given direction without bending waveguides. 125-. (canceled)26. A waveguide connector to operably couple one or more package excitation elements to at least one external waveguide , comprising:a plurality of waveguides at least partially contained within a housing, each waveguide having a first end operably coupleable to a respective one of at least one package excitation elements, and a second end operably coupleable to a respective one of said at least one external waveguides, said ends being connected by walls, wherein:said first end of each waveguide aligns with a first plane, and said second end of each waveguide aligns with a second plane disposed at an angle measured with respect to the first plane.27. The waveguide connector of claim 26 , wherein:the plurality of waveguides is arranged in a two-dimensional waveguide array comprising a plurality of vertically stacked one-dimensional waveguide arrays at least partially contained within the housing; andwherein each of the plurality of vertically stacked one-dimensional arrays is offset horizontally from the waveguides of an adjacent one-dimensional array.28. The waveguide connector of claim 27 , wherein the walls of the plurality of waveguides are conductive and the walls comprise at least one of: metal walls claim 27 , composite walls claim 27 , or plastic walls.29. The waveguide connector of claim 26 , wherein the waveguides are to operate at a millimeter-wave or sub-Terahertz frequency.30. The waveguide connector of claim 26 , wherein the housing comprises at least one of: a metal housing; a plastic housing; or a composite material housing.31. ...

POLARIZER ASSEMBLY

A polarizer assembly including first and second components. The first component includes a first channel portion extending along a first component axis and having a plurality of first locking projections and/or first openings on opposite sides of the first channel portion. The second component includes a second channel portion extending along a second component axis and having a plurality of second locking projections and/or second openings on opposite sides of the second channel portion. The second component is rotatable relative to the first component about a common rotation axis between a pre-assembled position in which the second component axis is angularly offset from the first component axis, and an assembled position in which the second locking projections and/or second openings mate with the first locking projections and/or first openings and the first and second channel portions form a channel that functions to polarize waveforms. 1. A polarizer assembly , comprising:a first component including a first channel portion extending along a first component axis and having a plurality of first locking projections and/or first openings on opposite sides of the first channel portion; anda second component including a second channel portion extending along a second component axis and having a plurality of second locking projections and/or second openings on opposite sides of the second channel portion;wherein the second component is rotatable relative to the first component about a common rotation axis between a pre-assembled position in which the second component axis is angularly offset from the first component axis, and an assembled position in which the second locking projections and/or second openings mate with the first locking projections and/or first openings and the first and second channel portions form a channel that functions to polarize waveforms.2. The polarizer assembly of claim 1 , wherein the first and second components have the same geometry.3. The ...

Waveguide Assembly

A waveguide adapter assembly for coupling a waveguide to an apparatus comprises a waveguide adapter having an adapter body, having a first end, a second end and a cavity therein. The cavity has a first opening in the first end for receiving an end portion of a waveguide and a second opening in the second end for communicating with a corresponding opening in the apparatus. The second end has a face around the second opening for mating with a corresponding surface of the apparatus. A flange assembly has a first end and a second end for connecting to the apparatus, with a bore therethrough for receiving the waveguide adaptor. In a further arrangement, the adapter assembly comprises an adapter body for receiving an end portion of a waveguide and for connecting to the apparatus; and means for biasing the adapter body into contact with a mating surface of the apparatus.

WAVEGUIDE INTERFACE AND PRINTED CIRCUIT BOARD LAUNCH TRANSDUCER ASSEMBLY AND METHODS OF USE THEREOF

A printed circuit board assembly comprising a plurality of layers. At least one of the plurality of layers is formed of a dielectric material and has an extended portion extending beyond the other layers in the plurality of layers. A first metallic layer is located on at least a portion of the extended portion of the dielectric layer. The first metallic layer and the dielectric layer are configured to form a launch transducer comprising one or more transmission lines and a transducer element coupled to the one or more transmission lines. The transducer element is configured to propagate millimeter wave frequency signals. 1. A printed circuit board assembly comprising:a plurality of layers, at least one of the plurality of layers formed of a dielectric material and having an extended portion extending beyond the other layers in the plurality of layers; anda first metallic layer located on at least a portion of the extended portion of the dielectric layer, the first metallic layer and the dielectric layer configured to form a launch transducer comprising one or more transmission lines and a transducer element coupled to the one or more transmission lines, wherein the transducer element is configured to propagate millimeter wave frequency signals.2. The printed circuit board assembly of claim 1 , wherein the extended portion is configured to be inserted into a slot in a waveguide interface coupled to a support block when the printed circuit board assembly is positioned on the support block.3. The printed circuit board assembly of claim 2 , wherein the transducer element is configured to be located in the slot in the interface when the printed circuit board assembly is positioned on the support block.4. The printed circuit board assembly of claim 2 , wherein the launch transducer has an operating frequency of at least 50 GHz.5. The printed circuit board assembly of claim 1 , wherein the at least one of the plurality of layers is formed of a low-loss high frequency ...

QUICK CONNECT WAVEGUIDE ADAPTER

The waveguide connector assembly includes a waveguide connector having a first end, a second end, and a body having an interior surface and an exterior surface, the waveguide connector being configured to receive a waveguide in a first orientation or a second orientation at the first end, the second orientation being a rotation of the waveguide from the first orientation by either 45 degrees or 90 degrees to change polarizations. The waveguide connector assembly includes a movable sleeve having a first end, a second end, a body, and an engaging surface, the movable sleeve being configured to slide axially along the exterior surface of the waveguide connector, the engaging surface being configured to prevent axial movement of the waveguide when the movable sleeve is in an engaged position. 1. A waveguide connector assembly comprising:a waveguide connector having a first end, a second end opposite the first end, and a body having a length that extends axially between the first end and the second end, the body having an interior surface and an exterior surface, the waveguide connector being configured to receive a waveguide in a first orientation or a second orientation at the first end, the second orientation being a rotation of the waveguide from the first orientation by either 45 degrees or 90 degrees to change polarizations; anda movable sleeve having a first end, a second end opposite the first end, a body extending axially between the first end and the second end, and an engaging surface, the movable sleeve being configured to slide axially along the exterior surface of the waveguide connector, the engaging surface being configured to prevent axial movement of the waveguide when the movable sleeve is in an engaged position.2. The waveguide connector assembly of claim 1 , wherein the waveguide is released from the waveguide connector when the movable sleeve is slid away from the engaged position.3. The waveguide connector assembly of claim 2 , wherein the ...

CONNECTOR DEVICE AND COMMUNICATION DEVICE

A connector device of the present disclosure includes a waveguide tube having a coupling portion at a distal end portion and adapted to transmit a high-frequency signal while an open end is arranged in a state contacting or placed close to another waveguide tube having a coupling portion at a distal end portion. Additionally, the coupling portion of the waveguide tube has a metallic tube and a dielectric substance provided inside at least a part of the metallic tube. Furthermore, a communication device of the present disclosure includes the waveguide tube having, at the distal end portion, the coupling portion configured as described above, and the communication device is coupled to another communication device including a waveguide tube and transmits a high-frequency signal thereto in a state where open ends of both of the waveguide tubes contact each other or are located close to each other. 1. A connector device comprising a waveguide tube having a coupling portion at a distal end portion and configured to transmit a high-frequency signal while an open end is arranged in a state contacting or placed close to another waveguide tube having a coupling portion at a distal end portion ,wherein the coupling portion of the waveguide tube includes a metallic tube and a dielectric substance provided inside at least a part of the metallic tube.2. The connector device according to claim 1 , wherein the metallic tube has an open end surface covered with an insulation layer.3. The connector device according to claim 2 , wherein the insulation layer includes a coating of an insulation material.4. The connector device according to claim 1 , wherein the waveguide tube has a structure in which an inside is filled with a dielectric substance.5. The connector device according to claim 4 , wherein the dielectric substance for the waveguide tube is polytetrafluoroethylene claim 4 , a liquid crystal polymer claim 4 , a cycloolefin polymer claim 4 , or polyimide.6. The connector device ...

Radar-Operated Level Gauge

A radar-operated level gauge comprising a signal generator for generating and emitting electromagnetic waves of a wavelength and comprising a straight measuring tube, which consists of at least two parts comprising a first measuring tube section and a second measuring tube section, both of which are joined together at a joining point, wherein the joining ends of the first measuring tube section and the second measuring tube section correspond to each other and are cut off at an angle, and that a circumferential end edge of each of the joining ends extends in the longitudinal direction of the measuring tube. 1. A radar-operated level gauge comprising a signal generator for generating and emitting electromagnetic waves of a wavelength (λ)—comprising a measuring tube , which consists of at least two parts comprising a first measuring tube section and a second measuring tube section , both of which are joined together at a joining point , wherein the joining ends of the first measuring tube section and the second measuring tube section correspond to each other and are cut off at an angle; that a circumferential end edge of each of the joining ends extends in the longitudinal direction of the measuring tube.2. The radar-operated level gauge claim 1 , as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the first measuring tube section and the second measuring tube section are cut off in such a way that a circumferential end edge of each of the joining ends extends at least over half a wavelength (λ) of the emitted electromagnetic waves in the longitudinal direction (L) of the measuring tube.3. The radar-operated level gauge claim 1 , as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the circumferential end edge extends over at least one claim 1 , preferably at least two claim 1 , even more preferably at least three or four wavelengths (λ) of the emitted electromagnetic wave.4. The radar-operated level gauge claim 1 , as claimed in claim 1 , characterized in that measuring tube sections are cut off at an angle ...

WAVEGUIDE ASSEMBLY AND MANUFACTURING METHOD THEREOF

A waveguide assembly for a radio frequency (RF) signal network can include a plurality of waveguides, wherein at least two of the plurality of waveguides are integrally formed with each other. A satellite payload can include the waveguide assembly, a method of manufacturing a waveguide assembly, and a method of manufacturing a signal network. Also provided is a waveguide connector having a flange, and a plurality of ports, wherein the flange can couple to a further waveguide connector, each port of the plurality of ports being configured to interface with a respective waveguide. 1. A waveguide assembly for a radio frequency (RF) signal network , comprising:a plurality of waveguides, wherein at least two of the plurality of waveguides are integrally formed with each other;wherein a portion of a wall of a first of the at least two waveguides is common with a portion of a wall of a second of the at least two waveguides; andone or more waveguide connectors, each waveguide connector being coupled to the at least two waveguides and having a flange and a plurality of ports, each respective port being configured to interface with a respective waveguide.2. A waveguide assembly according to claim 1 , wherein each of the plurality of waveguides are integrally formed with each other.3. A waveguide assembly according to claim 1 , wherein at least one of the plurality of waveguides provides mechanical support to at least one other of the plurality of waveguides.4. A waveguide assembly according to claim 1 , wherein a portion of at least one of the plurality of waveguides has a rectangular or an elliptical cross-section.5. A waveguide assembly according to claim 4 , wherein at least one of the plurality of waveguides has a variable cross-section and/or is flexible.6. A waveguide assembly according to claim 1 , wherein at least one of the waveguides comprises:a structure for providing mechanical strength to the waveguide, or a structure for facilitating thermal radiation from the ...

BOARD CONNECTION STRUCTURE

A board connection structure includes an opening, which is formed at an edge of a waveguide in a first board, and an opening, which is formed at an edge of a waveguide in a second board. The openings are connected to each other. The first board and the second board are connected with an insulation film disposed therebetween. The insulation film has a thickness of 60% or less of a waveguide width that determines a propagation mode in at least one of the waveguide in the first board and the waveguide in the second board. 1. A board connection structure comprising:a first board including a first waveguide therein and a first opening in a surface thereof, the first opening being formed at an edge of the first waveguide and allowing a high-frequency signal to pass therethrough;a second board including a second waveguide therein and a second opening in a surface thereof, the second opening being formed at an edge of the second waveguide and allowing a high-frequency signal to pass therethrough; andan insulation film provided between the first board and the second board, the insulation film having a thickness of 60% or less of a waveguide width that determines a propagation mode in at least one of the first waveguide and the second waveguide, wherein the first opening and the second opening are connected to each other.2. The board connection structure according to claim 1 , wherein the first waveguide has a waveguide width larger than the waveguide width of the second waveguide claim 1 , andthe first board has a relative permittivity that is smaller than a relative permittivity of the second board.3. The board connection structure according to claim 1 , further comprising:a vacuum seal provided in an area between the first board and the second board, the area including the first opening and the second opening; anda through hole provided in one of the first board and the second board, the through hole connecting with the area.4. The board connection structure according to ...

Modular Feed Assembly

In one embodiment, a modular feed assembly for an antenna has (i) a hub adapter for mounting the feed assembly onto the antenna hub and (ii) a distinct waveguide transition configured to be selectively mated to the hub adapter. By providing a modular design, the hub adapter can be selectively used with different waveguide transitions having different frequency characteristics to form feed assemblies for different antennas having different operating frequency ranges. The hub adapter and each waveguide transition have timing features that limit the rotation orientation between the two components to, for example, horizontal and vertical polarizations that are 90 degrees apart. The hub adapter has a resilient compression element that forms an annular seal between the hub adapter and a mated waveguide transition to inhibit RF leakage and keep the two components in place. The hub adapter has openings that allow the compression element to be formed in place. 1. An article of manufacture comprising a modular feed assembly for an antenna , the feed assembly comprising:a hub adapter configured to mount the feed assembly onto a hub of the antenna; the waveguide transition provides a transition from a first waveguide having a first cross-section to a second waveguide having a second cross-section different from the first cross-section; and', 'the hub adapter and the waveguide transition have structures that prevent rotation of the waveguide transition about its longitudinal axis with respect to the hub adapter after the waveguide transition is mated to the hub adapter., 'a waveguide transition forming a component distinct from the hub adapter and configured to be selectively mated to the hub adapter, wherein2. The article of claim 1 , wherein:the first cross-section of the first waveguide is rectangular; andthe second cross-section of the second waveguide is circular.3. The article of claim 1 , wherein the structures comprise one or more timing features that limit a rotational ...

Waveguide coupling

The present invention is aimed at providing a waveguide coupling that enables two waveguides to be easily connected together while aligning cross sections of the two waveguides to hold central axes of the two waveguides concentrically with high accuracy. A coupling is for use in connecting two waveguides in an axial direction. The coupling includes a continuous body and a ring member. The continuous body is used to surround in a circumferential direction a connecting portion connecting the two waveguides. The continuous body includes seven partitioning bodies hinged at six portions by gudgeons to become continuous, and the partitioning bodies of end portions are connected together with screws, whereby the continuous body is formed annularly. The ring member has an annular shape, is disposed along a circumference of the waveguide, and is connected to the continuous body by screws.

WAVE GUIDE WITH ELECTRIC POWER CONDUIT

A wave guide assembly for a control and diagnostic system for a machine includes a housing defining an exterior surface and an internal cavity extending between distal ends. At least one wave guide within the internal cavity defines a wave propagation passage for at least one wave form signal. At least one conductor within the internal cavity is separate from the wave guide. A control and diagnostic system for a machine and a gas turbine engine are also disclosed. 1. A wave guide assembly for a control and diagnostic system for a machine , the wave guide assembly comprising:a housing defining an exterior surface and an internal cavity extending between distal ends;at least one wave guide within the internal cavity defining a wave propagation passage for at least one wave form signal, wherein the wave propagation passage comprises a rectangular wave propagation passage in cross-section within the internal cavity; andat least one conductor within the internal cavity separate from the wave guide.2. The wave guide assembly as recited in claim 1 , including an end fitting attached to each end of the housing.3. The wave guide assembly as recited in claim 2 , including a coupling branching the wave propagation passage into two separate paths extending in different direction claim 2 , the coupling including three ends with a wave propagation passage and one of an electrical power conductor and an optic fiber extending to each of the three ends.4. The wave guide assembly as recited in claim 3 , wherein each of the three ends of the coupling includes a face and each face includes a connector corresponding with the at least one conductor.5. The wave guide assembly as recited in claim 1 , wherein the wave propagation passage is a separate part inserted into the housing.6. The wave guide assembly as recited in claim 1 , including a dielectric within the wave propagation passage.7. The wave guide assembly as recited in claim 1 , wherein the wave propagation passage defines a size ...

QUICK CONNECT WAVEGUIDE ADAPTER

A waveguide connector assembly includes a waveguide connector having a first end, a second end opposite the first end, and a body having a length that extends axially between the first end and the second end. The body has an interior surface and an exterior surface, the waveguide connector being configured to receive a waveguide at the first end. The waveguide connector assembly further includes a movable sleeve having a first end, a second end opposite the first end, a body extending axially between the first end and the second end, and an actuating surface. The movable sleeve is configured to slide axially along the exterior surface of the waveguide connector, the actuating surface being configured to prevent axial movement of the waveguide when the movable sleeve is in an actuating position. 1. A waveguide connector assembly comprising:a waveguide connector having a first end, a second end opposite the first end, and a body having a length that extends axially between the first end and the second end, the body having an interior surface and an exterior surface, the waveguide connector being configured to receive a waveguide at the first end; anda movable sleeve having a first end, a second end opposite the first end, a body extending axially between the first end and the second end, and an actuating surface, the movable sleeve being configured to slide axially along the exterior surface of the waveguide connector, the actuating surface being configured to prevent axial movement of the waveguide when the movable sleeve is in an actuating position.2. The waveguide connector assembly of further comprising a force provider configured to urge the movable sleeve towards the actuating position.3. The waveguide connector assembly of wherein the force provider is a mechanical spring.4. The waveguide connector assembly of wherein the waveguide connector further comprises:a bearing set having at least one bearing; anda set of bearing apertures extending radially through the ...

IN LINE E-PROBE WAVEGUIDE TRANSITION

A transition device for a hollow waveguide comprises a rectangular structure comprising an inlet wall and interior extending from the inlet wall along a longitudinal axis. The inlet wall is configured to receive a transmission line comprising an antenna. The antenna forms a proximal end proximate to the inlet wall and a distal end configured to extend into the rectangular structure of the hollow waveguide. A channel is formed in the rectangular structure. The channel comprises a base forming a tuning surface. The tuning surface is configured to extend along a length of the antenna in a spaced configuration parallel to the longitudinal axis. 1. A transition device for a hollow waveguide comprising:a rectangular structure comprising an inlet wall and an interior volume extending from the inlet wall along a first longitudinal axis, wherein the inlet wall is configured to receive a transmission line comprising an antenna forming a proximal end proximate to the inlet wall and a distal end configured to extend into the rectangular structure; anda channel formed in the rectangular structure, the channel comprising a base portion forming a tuning surface, wherein the tuning surface is configured to extend along a length of the antenna in a spaced configuration parallel to the first longitudinal axis.2. The transition device according to claim 1 , wherein the first longitudinal axis extends substantially parallel to a length of the transmission line.3. The transition device according to claim 1 , wherein the channel is arranged transverse to the first longitudinal axis of the rectangular structure and extends through a width of the waveguide.4. The transition device according to claim 1 , wherein the channel comprises a first wall and a second wall claim 1 , wherein the first wall and the second wall are separated by the base portion.5. The transition device according to claim 4 , wherein the waveguide is configured to receive the antenna and the distal end terminates in the ...

WAVEGUIDE-TO-MICROSTRIP TRANSITION

The invention relates to microwave technology and can be used in measuring technology and wireless communication. The technical result is a waveguide-to-microstrip transition which provides reduced signal transmission losses and increased working bandwidth together with a low wave reflection coefficient. A contacting metal layer is arranged on an upper surface of a dielectric circuit board around a micro-strip probe, without electrical contact with the micro-strip probe and a micro-strip transmission line and forming an internal area on the dielectric circuit boar being a waveguide channel area. A closed waveguide section having a slot in the area of the microstrip transmission line is arranged on the contacting metal layer. At least one metallized transition through-hole is formed along a perimeter around the area of the waveguide channel in the metal layers and in the dielectric circuit board, and at least one non-metallized through-hole is formed inside the waveguide channel area. 1. A waveguide-to-microstrip transition comprising: an input waveguide piece having a through-hole defining an open waveguide channel , a short-circuited waveguide piece having a blind cavity defining a closed waveguide channel , and a dielectric board placed between the waveguides pieces; wherein a microstrip transmission line , a microstrip probe formed as an extension of the microstrip transmission line , and a contact metal layer are located on a top surface of the dielectric board , wherein the contact metal layer surrounds the microstrip probe with no electrical connection to the microstrip probe and the microstrip transmission line and forms an internal area on the dielectric board , the internal area being a waveguide channel area; wherein the short-circuited waveguide piece is located on the contact metal layer and has a recess in the area of the microstrip transmission line , wherein a ground metal plane surrounding the waveguide channel area is located on a bottom surface of ...

WAVEGUIDE ASSEMBLY

A waveguide assembly which includes an elongated waveguide element () and a connector body (). The connector body () is connected to an end of the elongated waveguide element () and has a substantially planar bottom surface () and an opposing top surface (). The connector body is made from a single piece of partially metallized dielectric. The connector body has a waveguide coupling element () adjacent to the elongated waveguide element (). The connector body further has an arrangement of electromagnetic band gap elements () adjacent to the waveguide coupling element (). 112212242322112721. A waveguide assembly , comprising: a) an elongated waveguide element (); and b) a connector body () , the connector body () being connected to an end of the elongated waveguide element (); the connector body () having a substantially planar bottom surface () and an opposing top surface () and being made from a single piece of partially metallized dielectric; the connector body () having a waveguide coupling element () adjacent to the elongated waveguide element (); and further an arrangement of electromagnetic band gap elements () adjacent to the waveguide coupling element ().21. The waveguide assembly according to claim 1 , wherein the waveguide element () is made from metallized dielectric.3224. The waveguide assembly according to claim 1 , wherein the connector body () is fully metallized with exception of the bottom surface ().4272722324. The waveguide assembly according to claim 1 , wherein the electromagnetic band gap elements are recesses () claim 1 , the recesses () extending in the connector body () from the top surface () towards the bottom surface ().527. The waveguide assembly according to claim 4 , wherein the recesses () have either of a square claim 4 , circular or cross-shaped cross section.627. The waveguide assembly according to claim 4 , wherein the recesses () extend parallel to each other.727. The waveguide assembly according to claim 4 , wherein the recesses ...

X波段大功率回旋波整流器耦合输入装置

本发明公开了一种X波段大功率回旋波整流器耦合输入装置，属于真空元件中的微波输入装置领域。包括圆柱形谐振腔外壳、平行设置于外壳内的两块极板、矩形波导以及耦合结构；谐振腔外壳两底面设置有电子注输入输出通孔；极板的一端通过极板延伸段与设置于外壳外侧的矩形波导连通，且极板延伸段与外壳相交的位置处设置有第一耦合结构，矩形波导内设置有第二耦合结构，两耦合结构通过金属连接杆平滑过渡连接。本发明构简单紧凑，易于加工；采用耦合环作为耦合的结构，避免了用探针耦合可能激励出的高电位，防止电场强度过大造成击穿；同时双向紧固的耦合环结构解决了在连续波工作时耦合装置的散热问题。

Waveguide connection structure

一种将形成于多层电介质基板(1)的波导管(2)和形成于金属基板(3)的波导管(4)连接的波导管的连接结构，包括扼流圈结构，该扼流圈结构具有：形成于多层电介质基板(1)的波导管(2)的周围，具有与波导管(2)的E面端相距λ/4(λ：信号波的自由空间波长)左右的尺寸的矩形的导体图案(7)；形成于导体图案(7)的端部和波导管(2)的E面端之间的导体图案(7)上的规定位置的导体开口部(8)；与导体开口部(8)连接，形成于多层电介质基板的层叠方向的具有λg/4(λg：信号波的基板内有效波长)左右的长度的前端短路的电介质传输路径(9)。即使在多层电介质基板和金属基板产生间隙时，也可以得到波导管的连接面的信号泄漏较少的低损耗的波导管连接特性，并且防止在波导管的位置偏离时产生的因高阶模谐振导致的连接特性变差。

Waveguide connection structure

Transmission line

Differential stripline vertical converter and optical module

At least one transmission medium having a dielectric surface that is covered at least in part by a second dielectric

Aspects of the subject disclosure may include, for example, a transmission medium for propagating electromagnetic waves. The transmission medium can have a first dielectric material for propagating electromagnetic waves guided by the first dielectric material, and a second dielectric material disposed on at least a portion of an outer surface of the first dielectric material for reducing an exposure of the electromagnetic waves to an environment that adversely affects propagation of the electromagnetic waves on the first dielectric material. Other embodiments are disclosed.

Waveguide-microstrip junction

FIELD: measuring equipment. SUBSTANCE: invention relates to microwave frequency equipment and can be used in instrumentation and antenna systems, as well as in different devices of wireless communication systems and radars. Waveguide-microstrip junction comprises feed waveguide section with a through hole, forming an open waveguide channel, a short-circuited waveguide section with a blind slot, forming a closed waveguide channel, and a dielectric plate, located between waveguide sections. At that, on upper surface of the dielectric plate there are a microstrip transmission line, microstrip probe, which is a continuation of the microstrip line, and a contact metal layer around the microstrip probe without electric contact with the microstrip probe and the microstrip transmission line and forming an inner area on the dielectric plate, being an area of the waveguide channel. Note here that on the contact metal layer there is a short-circuited waveguide section with a slot in the area of the microstrip transmission line, and on the lower surface of the dielectric plate around the area of the waveguide channel there is a grounding metal layer on which a supply waveguide section is located. At that, at least one plated adapter through hole is made along the perimeter of the waveguide channel in metal layers and in the dielectric plate, and at least one not plated through hole is made inside the area of the waveguide channel on the dielectric plate. EFFECT: invention technical result is decrease of losses level of the signal passage and increase in operating frequency band with low wave reflection coefficient of the waveguide-microstrip junction. 17 cl, 2 dwg РОССИЙСКАЯ ФЕДЕРАЦИЯ (19) RU (11) (13) 2 600 506 C1 (51) МПК H01P 5/107 (2006.01) ФЕДЕРАЛЬНАЯ СЛУЖБА ПО ИНТЕЛЛЕКТУАЛЬНОЙ СОБСТВЕННОСТИ (12) ОПИСАНИЕ (21)(22) Заявка: ИЗОБРЕТЕНИЯ К ПАТЕНТУ 2015141953/28, 02.10.2015 (24) Дата начала отсчета срока действия патента: 02.10.2015 (45) Опубликовано: 20.10.2016 Бюл. № 29 2 6 0 ...

Manufacturing method of input/output circuit for microwave tube

(57)【要約】本公報は電子出願前の出願データであるた め要約のデータは記録されません。

Method of forming a waveguide interface by providing a mold to form a support block of the interface

A waveguide interface comprising a support block configured to support a printed circuit board assembly. An interface is coupled to an end portion of the support block and extends from the support block. The interface includes a slot positioned to receive at least a portion of the printed circuit board assembly and one or more holes positioned to receive attachment devices to secure the interface to a waveguide component. The support block and interface are molded as a monolithic device. A method of forming the waveguide interface, a waveguide assembly including the waveguide interface, and a method of making the waveguide assembly including the waveguide interface are also disclosed.

Waveguide interface and printed circuit board launch transducer assembly and methods of use thereof

A printed circuit board assembly comprising a plurality of layers. At least one of the plurality of layers is formed of a dielectric material and has an extended portion extending beyond the other layers in the plurality of layers. A first metallic layer is located on at least a portion of the extended portion of the dielectric layer. The first metallic layer and the dielectric layer are configured to form a launch transducer comprising one or more transmission lines and a transducer element coupled to the one or more transmission lines. The transducer element is configured to propagate millimeter wave frequency signals.

Millimeter wave module and how to manufacture millimeter wave module

Connecting device for coaxial cable and strip line, assembling method thereof and high frequency equipment

本发明公开一种同轴电缆和带状线的连接装置及其组装方法和高频设备，连接装置包括金属腔体、带状线及同轴电缆，金属腔体包括第一窄壁、第二窄壁、第一宽壁、第二宽壁及腔内空间，第一窄壁形成纵向插孔及第一开口和第二开口，纵向插孔一端形成插入口，第一开口与腔内空间和纵向插孔另一端连通，第二开口位于插入口和第一开口之间并切断纵向插孔；带状线设在腔内空间，其端口伸入第一开口；同轴电缆包括内导体、外导体、绝缘介质层及绝缘保护管；同轴电缆插入纵向插孔，内导体末端伸入第一开口并与带状线端口焊接，外导体末端焊接在第一开口与第二开口之间的纵向插孔，同轴电缆覆盖有绝缘保护管的部分位置插在第二开口远离第一开口一侧的纵向插孔。

Positioning method of waveguide flange

(57)【要約】本公報は電子出願前の出願データであるた め要約のデータは記録されません。

Relay board and optical communication module

Constituent of multi-layer transmission line

Electrical contact device

REMOVABLE COUPLING FITTING FOR HIGH FREQUENCY LINE WITH INSULATED INTERNAL SPACE

Raccord d'accouplement démontable pour ligne à haute fréquence remplie de milieu sous pression avec des cloisons étanches dans le sens longitudinal aux extrémités de ligne. Ce raccord est caractérisé par le fait que chaque extrémité de ligne est munie d'une soupape 32, 34; 54, 58; 62, que les deux soupapes dans la zone de connexion s'ouvrent automatiquement lors de l'accouplement, et les espaces internes des deux lignes raccordées sont mis en communication mutuelle, que lors du désaccouplement chaque soupape ferme automatiquement de manière étanche l'extrémité de ligne-correspondante, que la communication des deux espaces internes des lignes accouplées s'effectue par l'intérieur du raccord étanche vis-à-vis de l'extérieur et que l'ouverture de la soupape de l'un des éléments du raccord lors de l'accouplement est assurée par une pièce de l'autre élément. Removable coupling fitting for high frequency line filled with pressurized medium with watertight bulkheads in the longitudinal direction at the line ends. This connection is characterized by the fact that each end of the line is provided with a valve 32, 34; 54, 58; 62, that the two valves in the connection area open automatically upon coupling, and the internal spaces of the two connected lines are put in mutual communication, that upon uncoupling each valve automatically closes the end of line-corresponding, that the communication of the two internal spaces of the coupled lines takes place through the inside of the sealed connection with respect to the outside and that the opening of the valve of one of the elements of the connection during of the coupling is ensured by a part of the other element.

Impedance-matched coplanar connection device, of tape automated bonding type, is used to connect microwave multi-chip modules together or onto printed circuits

L'invention propose d'utiliser pour la connexion d'un module multi-puces hyperfréquence un dispositif de connexion coplanaire adapté en impédance, formé d'une pluralité de conducteurs (2, 3, 4) sur un support (1) isolant. Un tel dispositif du genre prévu en technologie TAB (transfert automatique sur bande) permet une connexion simple et efficace du module multi-puces; il permet de résoudre les problèmes d'adaptation en impédance et de résistance mécanique.

DEVICE FOR ASSEMBLING TWO WAVEGUIDES

L’invention concerne un assemblage comprenant un premier guide d’ondes (1) et un deuxième guide d’ondes (2) s’étendant longitudinalement selon un premier axe (Z), ayant chacun une extrémité (3, 4) comprenant chacune une première gorge annulaire (6), les deux extrémités (3, 4) étant contigües selon le premier axe (Z), et un dispositif d’assemblage du premier guide d’ondes et du deuxième guide d’ondes, dans lequel le dispositif d’assemblage comprend : - un fourreau entourant les extrémités des premier et deuxième guides d’ondes, ayant une paroi intérieure comprenant deux premières gorges annulaires en vis-à-vis des premières gorges annulaires des premier et deuxième guides d’ondes, - deux éléments réversiblement déformables, chacun étant positionné dans une première gorge annulaire du fourreau et positionné dans une première gorge annulaire des premier et deuxième guides d’ondes, de sorte à bloquer en translation selon le premier axe les premier et deuxième guides d’ondes. Figure pour l’abrégé : Fig. 2 The invention relates to an assembly comprising a first waveguide (1) and a second waveguide (2) extending longitudinally along a first axis (Z), each having an end (3, 4) each comprising a first annular groove (6), the two ends (3, 4) being contiguous along the first axis (Z), and a device for assembling the first waveguide and the second waveguide, in which the device for assembly comprises: - a sleeve surrounding the ends of the first and second waveguides, having an inner wall comprising two first annular grooves facing the first annular grooves of the first and second waveguides, - two elements reversibly deformable, each being positioned in a first annular groove of the sheath and positioned in a first annular groove of the first and second waveguides, so as to lock the first and second waveguides in translation along the first axis. Figure for the abstract: Fig. 2

Quick coupler for connecting conduits

DEVICE FOR ASSEMBLING TWO WAVE GUIDES

L’invention concerne un assemblage comprenant un premier guide d’ondes (1) et un deuxième guide d’ondes (2) s’étendant longitudinalement selon un premier axe (Z), ayant chacun une extrémité (3, 4) comprenant chacune une première gorge annulaire (6), les deux extrémités (3, 4) étant contigües selon le premier axe (Z), et un dispositif d’assemblage du premier guide d’ondes et du deuxième guide d’ondes, dans lequel le dispositif d’assemblage comprend : - un fourreau entourant les extrémités des premier et deuxième guides d’ondes, ayant une paroi intérieure comprenant deux premières gorges annulaires en vis-à-vis des premières gorges annulaires des premier et deuxième guides d’ondes, - deux éléments réversiblement déformables, chacun étant positionné dans une première gorge annulaire du fourreau et positionné dans une première gorge annulaire des premier et deuxième guides d’ondes, de sorte à bloquer en translation selon le premier axe les premier et deuxième guides d’ondes. Figure pour l’abrégé : Fig. 2 The invention relates to an assembly comprising a first waveguide (1) and a second waveguide (2) extending longitudinally along a first axis (Z), each having an end (3, 4) each comprising a first annular groove (6), the two ends (3, 4) being contiguous along the first axis (Z), and a device for assembling the first waveguide and the second waveguide, in which the device for assembly comprises: - a sleeve surrounding the ends of the first and second waveguides, having an inner wall comprising two first annular grooves facing the first annular grooves of the first and second waveguides, - two elements reversibly deformable, each being positioned in a first annular groove of the sheath and positioned in a first annular groove of the first and second waveguides, so as to lock the first and second waveguides in translation along the first axis. Figure for the abstract: Fig. 2

Waveguide coupling

The present invention is aimed at providing a waveguide coupling that enables two waveguides to be easily connected together while aligning cross sections of the two waveguides to hold central axes ofthe two waveguides concentrically with high accuracy. A coupling (1) is for use in connecting two waveguides (2, 3) in an axial direction. The coupling (1) includes a continuous body (10) and a ring member (20). The continuous body (10) is used to surround in a circumferential direction a connecting portion connecting the two waveguides (2, 3). The continuous body (10) includes seven partitioning bodies (10a to 10e, 11a, 11b) hinged at six portions by gudgeons (12) to become continuous, and the partitioning bodies (11a, 11b) of end portions are connected together with screws (30), whereby the continuous body (10) is formed annularly. The ring member (20) has an annular shape, is disposed along a circumference of the waveguide (2), and is connected to the continuous body (10) by screws (40).

Patent FR2428927B1

Two-piece waveguide

Patent FR2184774A1

ELECTRICALLY CONDUCTIVE JOINT, PARTICULARLY FOR ELECTROMAGNETIC SHIELDING AND METHOD FOR MANUFACTURING SUCH A JOINT

Joining waveguide sections - using an expandable mandrel

The mandrel is introduced up to its middle into one section, then the other section is passed over the mandrel until it comes into contact with the first section. The mandrel is expanded to align the axes of the two sections, an adherent coating, pref. of the same material as the outer walls of the sections and consisting of glass fibre and epoxy resin layers, is applied over the join, and the mandrel is contracted and withdrawn.

Improvements to waveguide couplings

Microwave device and method for making same

Circuit board comprising a high frequency transmission line

A wiring board of the present invention is equipped with a laminated waveguide as a high-frequency signal transmission line. The laminated waveguide is composed of a dielectric substrate (1), a pair of main conductor layers (2,3) laminated on the upper surface and the lower surface of the dielectric substrate, a plurality of via-holes (4) extending in a thickness direction in the dielectric substrate so that they electrically connect the pair of the main conductor layers, and a sub-conductor layer (6) provided in the dielectric substrate so that it is parallel to the main conductor layers and is electrically connected to the via-holes (4), the plurality of the via-holes form two rows extending in a signal transmitting direction with a mutual distance from each other, and in each row, the distance between adjacent via-holes is adjusted to less than 1/2 of a signal wavelength, a region surrounded with the pair of the main conductor layers (2,3) and the two rows of the via-holes (4) forms a signal transmitting region (5), and on both sides in the outside of the signal transmitting region, the sub-conductor layer is provided. The transmitting line by the laminated waveguide which is formed in this wiring board has especially excellent transmitting characteristics of high-frequency signals. In addition, since this wiring board can be easily produced by a laminating technology of ceramics.

High-frequency module

There is described a high-frequency module comprising a high-frequency device-mounting package and an external circuit board characterized in that said high-frequency device-mounting package (A) includes a dielectric substrate (1) having a first grounding layer (4) contained therein, said dielectric substrate (1) mounting a high-frequency device (2) on one surface thereof and having, formed on one surface thereof, first high-frequency signal transmission lines (3) connected to said high-frequency device (2), and having, formed on the other surface thereof, second high-frequency signal transmission lines (7) coupled to said first high-frequency signal transmission lines (3), said external circuit board (B) is constituted by a dielectric board (20) having third high-frequency signal transmission lines (25) and a second grounding layer (26), said third high-frequency signal transmission lines (25) being formed on one surface of said dielectric board (20), and said second grounding layer (26) being formed on the other surface of said dielectric board (20) or inside thereof; and said high-frequency device-mounting package (A) and said external circuit board (B) are arranged side by side, and the second high-frequency signal transmission lines (7) of the high-frequency device-mounting package (A) are electrically connected to the third high-frequency signal transmission lines (25) of the external circuit board (B) through linear electrically conducting members (31). The patterns of the second high-frequency signal transmission lines on the side of the high-frequency device-mounting package can be easily aligned with the patterns of the third high-frequency signal transmission lines on the side of the external circuit board, effectively reducing the transmission loss at the junction portions of the lines.

Low Loss Microwave Transmission Lines Across Thermal Barriers

1,177,090. Waveguide joints. CONTROL DATA CORP. 29 Dec., 1966 [7 Feb., 1966], No. 58202/66. Heading H1W. Wave-transmission to a cryogenic device 10 enclosed, e.g. in a Dewar vessel 12 is effected across a thermally-insulating gap 18 between the flanges 22, 28 of waveguides 16, 20. To prevent escape of energy, flange 22 is provided with a choke slot 24 and (preferably) a ring of absorptive material 34. Vacuum seal 32 may be arranged across flange 30 or flange 22.

Passive radiofrequency device comprising axial fixing openings

Dispositif radiofréquence (1) comprenant:- un canal (3), -une face frontale (4) et/ou une face arrière (5) formant une surface d’appui munie d’une ouverture correspondant audit canal, ladite surface d’appui comprenant une pluralité d’ouvertures axiales (7) de fixation traversant la surface d’appui et débouchant à l’extérieur dudit canal, au moins une des ouvertures axiales étant renforcée, par exemple à l’aide d’oreillettes. Figure à publier avec l’abrégé : Figure 2 Radiofrequency device (1) comprising:- a channel (3), -a front face (4) and/or a rear face (5) forming a bearing surface provided with an opening corresponding to said channel, said bearing surface comprising a plurality of axial openings (7) for fixing passing through the support surface and emerging outside the said channel, at least one of the axial openings being reinforced, for example by means of ear flaps. Figure to be published with abstract: Figure 2

Vertically transitioning between substrate integrated waveguides (SIWs) within a multilayered printed circuit board (PCB)

Methods and apparatuses for vertically transitioning signals between substrate integrated waveguides within a multilayered printed circuit board (PCB) are disclosed. A first substrate integrated waveguide (SIW) is provided in a first layer of the PCB, the first SIW having a first terminal portion. A second SIW is provided in a second layer of the PCB, the second SIW having a second terminal portion that overlaps with the first terminal portion, wherein a first ground plane separates the first SIW and the second SIW. A vertical transition comprising an aperture in the first ground plane that is disposed in an area defined by the overlap of the first terminal portion and the second terminal portion, such that a signal propagated in the first SIW transitions to the second SIW in a different layer through the aperture.

Assembly for coaxial cables.

Waveguide device, communication module, method for producing waveguide device, and electronic device

[Problem] To provide a technique capable of transferring large volumes of data at high speed while inhibiting the impact of a member or the impact on a member. [Solution] An electronic device is provided with a central control unit and a waveguide device. The waveguide device is provided with a high frequency signal waveguide for transmitting the high frequency signal emitted from a communication module having a communication function, and an attachment/detachment unit capable of attaching/detaching the communication module such that it is possible to coupled with the high frequency signals of the high frequency signal waveguide. The communication module is provided with a communication device and a transmission structure for transmitting the high frequency signal emitted from the communication device to the high frequency waveguide of the waveguide device.

Coupling for hollow waveguides - uses connection flanges for insertion of slide in unit or chassis with guide pins fitting into slots for centring

Hollow waveguide coupling connects two waveguides each having a connection flange to allow insertion of a slide-in unit (or chassis) into a receptacle arrangement, thus providing automatic interconnection of both parts of the coupling and automatic lining-up of the connection flanges. The plane of connection of the connection flanges is made parallel to the direction of movement of the slide-in unit (or chassis). One waveguide is rigidly connected to the first connection flange, and the other is movably guided into a slot in a clamp arranged on the wall of the appts. so that the clamp can move in a horizontal direction. The mutual centring of the two connection flanges is accomplished in the horizontal direction by means of guide pins fitting into matching slots, and in the vertical and axial directions by means of threaded bolts gripping into matching slots and pivotally fixed onto the second connection flange normal t o the connection plane.

Process for treating particles used in the manufacture of electromagnetic shielding material.

Signal path design for modulating impedance

A signal path passing through a via hole of a substrate includes a first transmission line, a second transmission line and a via-hole transition structure. The first transmission line is arranged on an insulation layer of the substrate. The second transmission line is arranged on an insulation layer of the substrate. The via-hole transition structure has a conductive material formed at the wall of the via hole. One end of the via-hole transition structure is connected with the first transmission line while the other end thereof is connected with the second transmission line. The first transmission line has a modulating line. The impedance of the signal path is modulated by controlling the cross-sectional size of the modulating line.

Fast joint for compact superconductive cyclotron's high frequency resonator coaxial waveguide

本发明公开了一种用于紧凑型超导回旋加速器高频谐振腔同轴波导的快捷接头，包括内导体与绝缘支撑；所述内导体为圆柱形形状，其外侧壁具有中间段、以及位于中间段两侧的螺旋接头段；位于中间段与两侧螺旋接头段之间的内导体外侧壁上均设有两个抗流槽，在两个抗流槽之间设有环向突起部；所述中间段环侧壁上均布设有三个安装孔，每个安装孔内均设有一绝缘支撑，该绝缘支撑插入端螺纹连接一弹簧，弹簧固定连接在安装孔内，绝缘支撑外端为圆角处理；所述中间段的两端面分别开设有第一台阶；两个所述螺旋接头段的外端面分别开设有第二台阶。本发明结构简单，外形尺寸小，可以方便快捷的对同轴波导进行安装、维护和替换。

coaxial

Module with a high-frequency circuit

Improvements in or relating to joints for coaxial cable

693,969. Tube expanders; flanging. STANDARD TELEPHONES & CABLES, Ltd. April 13, 1951 [April 18, 1950], No. 9468/50. Class 83 (iv). [Also in Group XXXVI] During the making of a joint between two lengths 1, 2 of coaxialconductor cable core, an outer sleeve 14 for connecting the outer conductors 3, 4 of the core lengths, and comprising a length of tape folded longitudinally, has its ends expanded by means of a tool shown in Fig. 2, the sleeve then being opened up along its seam by means of a pull-through shown in Fig. 3, comprising a weight 17 attached to a length of wire 18.

Microwave circuit module and a device for connecting it to another module

The invention relates to a microwave module having an outer face with a connection device. In the module the connection device presents, on the outer face, a central conductive zone and a peripheral conductive zone, and inside the volume of the module, connective zone, and inside the volume of the module, connection to the device takes place by means of coplanar conductors comprising a central signal conductor connected to the central conductive zone, and lateral ground conductors connected to the peripheral conductive zone. The connection is favorable to miniaturization and is suitable for operating over a broad band.

Connection element for a metallic pipe and method for its production

The arrangement has a metal ring (4) arranged on a pipe piece (3) and welded to the pipe piece in a mounted position. The ring rests on the pipe piece with a section including greater inner diameter and rests on a pipe (1) with a section including smaller inner diameter on a side of the piece facing an end face of the pipe. The section of the ring with the smaller inner diameter comprises an end face extending along a helical line corresponding to a course of turn of a thread of the pipe. The ring is welded at the face of the section to the face of the pipe. The pipe is a helically undulated pipe. An independent claim is also included for a method for mounting a connecting element at an end of a helically undulated pipe of metal in an arrangement.

Flanges for connection between corrugated wave-guiding modules

A system for connecting corrugated wave-guiding modules comprising an asexual, auto aligning, flange (1) with a corrugated structure and screws and/or dowels (4) to prevent the structure to fall outside the flange's inner guiding shape (6).

Shielded and impedance-matched connector assembly, and associated method, for radio frequency circuit device

A connector assembly, and associated method, connects a first circuit element portion and a second circuit element portion of a radio frequency circuit device together. Isolated conduction of a radio frequency signal between the first and second circuit element portions is provided. Appropriate selection of the relative dimensions of the connector assembly permits the characteristic impedance of the connector assembly to match the characteristic impedance of the circuit element portions.

Structural body and interconnect substrate

A structural body includes a first conductor having a first opening; a second conductor, having a second opening, which is opposite to at least a portion of the first conductor; a conductor via, passing through the first opening and the second opening, which is insulated from the first conductor and the second conductor; a first interconnect, provided in the inside of the first opening, of which one end thereof is connected to the conductor via and the other end thereof is formed as an open end and which is opposite to the second conductor; and a second interconnect, provided in the inside of the second opening, of which one end thereof is connected to the conductor via and the other end thereof is formed as an open end, and which is opposite to the first conductor.

Waveguide with non-conducting material and the method being used therewith

本主题公开的方面可以包括例如用于传播电磁波的传输介质。传输介质可以具有第一电介质材料用于传播由该第一电介质材料引导的电磁波，以及具有布置在第一电介质材料的外表面的至少一部分上的第二电介质材料，用于减少电磁波暴露于不利地影响电磁波在第一电介质材料上传播的环境。公开了其它实施例。

Electric insulation waveguide flange

waveguide section connector

Vertical transition device for differential stripline paths and optical module

A vertical transition device for differential stripline paths, connects differential microstrip paths on a horizontal plane with differential triplate paths on another horizontal plane in a multilayered architecture. The differential microstrip paths include a pair of differential microstrip lines. The differential triplate paths include a pair of triplate lines. The differential microstrip lines are connected with the differential triplate lines by via-holes within the transition device, respectively.

Mikrobölgekrets

Microwave circuit connector

A method and apparatus for making a connection to or between one or more modules in a microwave communication system includes a first module having a plurality of contact pads mounted on a surface adjacent one edge of the module; optionally a second module having a plurality of contact pads mounted on a surface adjacent a confronting edge of the second module; a contact assembly including a housing and a plurality of resilient contacts disposed within the housing, each contact having at least a first and optionally a second contact surface aligned with and connected to the contact pads on the first and second modules respectively; and a plurality of screws or the like for anchoring the housing to the first and optionally the second module and bridging the gap between them, the housing arranged to deform the plurality of contacts to urge them into resilient engagement with the contact pads on the modules.

High-frequency wiring board

A high-frequency wiring board of the present invention is characterized in that W1>W2 and S1≧S2 are satisfied in which W1 is a line width of a portion having a predetermined characteristic impedance of a line conductor, W2 is a conductor width of the line conductor in proximity to a connection of one end of the line conductor to a through conductor, S1 is an interval between the portion having the line width W1 of the line conductor and a same plane ground conductor, and S2 is an interval between the portion of the one end of the line conductor in proximity to the connection to the through conductor and the same plane ground conductor.

Waveguide coupler

Conventionally, waveguide terminals formed in a plurality of dielectric substrates are joined together by mounting the dielectric substrates on carriers and fastening them to a waveguide adapter with screws. In the present invention, ot reduce cost and improve machinability, a plurality of solders 7 are disposed around the waveguide terminal 2b formed in one dielectric substrate 1b, and the other dielectric substrate 1a having the waveguide terminal 2a is placed across the solders 7 to thereby connect the waveguide terminals by soldering.

Electric transmission device with intersecting stripline lines

The invention relates to an electrical transmission arrangement comprising a first strip-line conductor which has its main extension in a first direction in a first plane in the transmission arrangement and comprises a conductor, an upper ground plane which is situated at an upper distance from the conductor and a lower ground plane which is situated at a lower distance from the conductor, and a second strip-line conductor which has its main extension in a second direction in a second plane in the transmission arrangement and comprises a conductor, an upper ground plane which is situated at an upper distance from the conductor and a lower ground plane which is situated at a lower distance from the conductor, where the ground planes are separated from their respective conductors and from one another by a dielectric material, in which transmission arrangement the lower ground plane of the first strip-line conductors coincides with the upper ground plane of the second strip-line conductors at at least one point. At the point, where the lower ground plane of the first strip-line conductor coincides with the upper ground plane of the second strip-line conductor, the main direction of extension of the first strip-line conductor crosses the main direction of extension of the second strip-line conductor, and the second strip-line conductor extends in a third plane in the transmission arrangement at this crossing point, whereby the second strip-line conductors exhibit electrical connections between adjacent planes, which connections connect the conductors of the second strip-line conductor, upper ground planes and lower ground planes to corresponding components in adjacent planes.

Quick coupling assemblies

A coupling assembly for a first device having a bayonet is provided. The coupling assembly includes a top plate, a bottom plate, and first fasteners securing the top and bottom plates to one another. The top plate having a slot along a connection axis, where the slot receives the bayonet. The bottom plate has a locking arm in axial alignment with the slot and a biasing arm in a region that is radially offset from the locking arm. The region of the bottom plate receives the bayonet, when in a locked position, with the locking arm preventing the bayonet, by interference with locking arm, from rotating about the connection axis back into alignment with the slot and with the biasing arm preventing the bayonet, by interference with biasing arm, from being withdrawn axially along the connection axis.