On the Discretization for the Discrete Mode Matching Method for Conformal Microstrip Structures

Abstract

This paper presents the analysis of cylinder-conformal microstrip lines and resonators with the discrete mode matching method. The focus of the analyses is the assessment of the accuracy of the results by using different discretization schemes on the metallizations. From the theoretical results, it becomes clear that the use of a suitable discretization scheme can provide highly accurate results with the use of only very few discretization lines, hence reducing simulation time and needed computer resources. The results are validated by comparison with measured data found in the literature and with numerical data calculated with ANSYS HFSS.