{"title":"Colin S. Aitchison","description":"\u003cp\u003eColin S. Aitchison specialises in technical and educational texts that explore the intricacies of radio frequency and microwave engineering. His works provide clear, authoritative guidance on circuit design, making complex concepts accessible to both students and professionals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eReaders can expect thorough explanations supported by practical examples, ideal for those seeking to deepen their understanding of modern communication systems. These books serve as valuable references within the fields of electronics and electrical engineering.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"rf-and-microwave-circuit-design-by-charles-e-free-9781119114635","title":"RF and Microwave Circuit Design","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eRF and Microwave Circuit Design: Theory and Applications\u003c\/em\u003e provides up-to-date coverage of the fundamentals of high-frequency microwave technology, written by two leading voices in the field.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eRF and Microwave Circuit Design: Theory and Applications\u003c\/em\u003e is an authoritative, highly practical introduction to basic RF and microwave circuits. With an emphasis on real-world examples, the text explains how distributed circuits using microstrip and other planar transmission lines can be designed and fabricated for use in modern high-frequency passive and active circuits and sub-systems. The authors provide clear and accurate guidance on each essential aspect of circuit design, from the theory of transmission lines to the passive and active circuits that form the basis of modern high-frequency circuits and sub-systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAssuming a basic grasp of electronic concepts, the book is organised around first principles and includes an extensive set of worked examples to guide student readers with no prior grounding in the subject of high-frequency microwave technology. Throughout the text, detailed coverage of practical design using distributed circuits demonstrates the influence of modern fabrication processes. Filling a significant gap in literature by addressing RF and microwave circuit design with a central theme of planar distributed circuits, this textbook:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eProvides comprehensive discussion of the foundational concepts of RF and microwave transmission lines introduced through an exploration of wave propagation along a typical transmission line.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDescribes fabrication processes for RF and microwave circuits, including etched, thick-film, and thin-film RF circuits.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCovers the Smith Chart and its application in circuit design, S-parameters, Mason’s non-touching loop rule, transducer power gain, and stability.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDiscusses the influence of noise in high-frequency circuits and low-noise amplifier design.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFeatures an introduction to the design of high-frequency planar antennas.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eContains supporting chapters on fabrication, circuit parameters, and measurements.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eIncludes access to a companion website with PowerPoint slides for instructors, as well as supplementary resources.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePerfect for senior undergraduate students and first-year graduate students in electrical engineering courses, \u003cem\u003eRF and Microwave Circuit Design: Theory and Applications\u003c\/em\u003e will also earn a place in the libraries of RF and microwave professionals looking for a useful reference to refresh their understanding of fundamental concepts in the field.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47471464415468,"sku":"9781119114635","price":195.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9781119114635-rf-and-microwave-circuit-design.jpg?v=1775244363"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/colin-s-aitchison.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}