Designed for the undergraduate in electronics, and electrical communication and electrical engineering and for the graduate in physics specializing in electronics, this comprehensive and compact text stresses the principles that form the foundation of microwave engineer- ing. Starting with Maxwell's mathematical formulation of the basic laws of electricity and magnetism, it treats, in rich detail, microwave transmission lines, waveguides and resonators, passive microwave components, periodic structures, and microwave electron tubes. The discussion is fortified with a review of the essential mathematics and solutions of vector and scalar wave equations. This, together with a detailed coverage of the electromagnetic theory, enables the student to comprehend the theoretical aspects with comparative ease..A distinguishing feature is a study on microwave measurements which would be invaluable also to those engaged in research and development. The problems at the ends of chapters, tables, and numerous illustrations add to the value of the text which presupposes only the knowledge of mathematics acquired by the engineering undergraduate during the course of his study or by the graduate in physics. This book very much lives up to its title, covering the most fundamental aspects of microwave engineering...is very well written with clear diagrams and a selection of problems at the end of each chapter.Journal of the Institution of Electronic and Radio Engineers

MICROWAVE ENGINEERING Special Topics R.CHATTERJEE : This well-organized and well-balanced text covers, in rich detail, the fundamental principles in a form an average student can grasp and apply to a real-life situation. The volume is intended as a text for the graduate in electronics, electrical communication, and electrical engineering, and for the graduate in physics specializing in electronics. It would also be of immense value to those engaged in research, design and development.

CONTENTS : Preface - Introduction - Fundamental Electromagnetic Theory - Solution of Scalar and Vector Wave Equations - Surface Waveguides - Scattering and Impedance Matrix Representation of Microwave Junctions - Waveguide Elements and Components - Microwave Filters - Nonreciprocal Microwave Devices - Microwave Semiconductor Electron Devices - Microwave Antennas - Microwave Communication - Microwave Measurements - Index