Integration of microwave components allows for optimum key parameter of the microwave line: Insertion losses and bandwidth.
Special studies on the following aspects allow optimizing performances:
The complete circuit is assembled and tuned to present a minimum VSWR
Insertion loss of the complete assembly defined. It is not necessary to approach the total losses per a sum of the maximum losses of each component.
Reduction of the sizes. Electrical length and weight can be reduced.
Elimination of unnecessary connections
In addition to these technical advantages, Integrated microwave lines realize costs savings by requesting one unique specification and reducing procurement and QA due to a unique interface.
Integrating microwave system, covering the waveguide sizes WR284 through WR22, can include some or all of the following components.