Hardware block for use in programmable microwave function arrays

Abstract

Ultimately, the research presented will lead to the development of a microwave integrated circuit that is analogous to a field programmable gate array. An early step towards the development of this technology is presented. Specifically, a 3-port device, based on a single resonant element, namely a microstrip square patch, is described. The device operates simultaneously as a filter and an antenna. Filter performance is obtained between ports 1 and 2. Antenna performance is obtained on port 3. © 2014 The Institution of Engineering and Technology.