Course Description
| Course | Code | Semester | T+P (Hour) | Credit | ECTS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MICROWAVE TUBES | EECD1112905 | Fall Semester | 3+0 | 3 | 8 |
| Course Program |
| Prerequisites Courses | |
| Recommended Elective Courses |
| Language of Course | English |
| Course Level | Third Cycle (Doctorate Degree) |
| Course Type | Elective |
| Course Coordinator | Prof.Dr. Ercümend ARVAS |
| Name of Lecturer(s) | Prof.Dr. Ercümend ARVAS |
| Assistant(s) | |
| Aim | This course provides an in-depth exploration of microwave tubes, covering theory, design, and applications. Topics include electron dynamics, RF interaction, different types of microwave tubes, and practical considerations in microwave tube-based systems. |
| Course Content | This course contains; Introduction to Microwave Tubes, Overview of microwave tube applications, Electron dynamics and motion in electromagnetic fields,RF interaction mechanisms, Comparison with solid-state devices, Magnetron theory and operation, Mode structures and frequency characteristics,Power handling and efficiency, in Magnetrons, Applications in radar and microwave ovens,Velocity modulation and bunching, Two-cavity and multi-cavity klystrons,Reflex klystrons, Applications in communication and particle accelerators,Traveling Wave Tubes (TWTs) – I: Helix TWTs and coupled cavity TWTs, Beam-wave interaction,Traveling Wave Tubes (TWTs) – II: Gain and bandwidth considerations, Applications in satellite communication and electronic warfare,Introduction to crossed-field devices, The backward-wave oscillator (BWO),The carcinotron and gyrotron, High-power microwave sources,Noise in microwave tubes, Nonlinear effects and mode competition,High-power microwave amplifiers, Emerging trends and future directions,Microwave tube-based system design, Integration with other components, Case studies of microwave tube applications, Hands-on experiments and demonstrations. |
| Dersin Öğrenme Kazanımları | Teaching Methods | Assessment Methods |
| Analyze the microwave tube applications discussed in "Introduction to Microwave Tubes – I" and their relevance in various technological fields. | 14, 2, 21, 9 | E, F |
| Evaluate the RF interaction mechanisms introduced in "Introduction to Microwave Tubes – II" and compare them with the characteristics of solid-state devices. | 14, 19, 2, 21, 9 | E, F |
| Learn the mode structures and frequency characteristics of magnetrons as presented in "Magnetrons – I." | 14, 19, 2, 21, 9 | E, F |
| Assess the power handling and efficiency of magnetrons and their diverse applications in radar and microwave ovens, as outlined in "Magnetrons – II." | 12, 19, 2, 21, 9 | E, F |
| Demonstrate an understanding of velocity modulation and bunching in klystrons, as discussed in "Klystrons – I." | 14, 2, 9 | E, F |
| Apply knowledge of reflex klystrons presented in "Klystrons – II" to communication systems and particle accelerators. | 12, 19, 2, 21, 9 | E, F |
| Analyze the beam-wave interaction in Traveling Wave Tubes (TWTs) introduced in "Traveling Wave Tubes (TWTs) – I." | 14, 2, 21, 9 | E |
| Evaluate gain and bandwidth considerations of TWTs and their applications in satellite communication and electronic warfare, as presented in "Traveling Wave Tubes (TWTs) – II." | 14, 2, 21, 9 | E |
| Teaching Methods: | 12: Problem Solving Method, 14: Self Study Method, 19: Brainstorming Technique, 2: Project Based Learning Model, 21: Simulation Technique, 9: Lecture Method |
| Assessment Methods: | E: Homework, F: Project Task |
Course Outline
| Order | Subjects | Preliminary Work |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Introduction to Microwave Tubes, Overview of microwave tube applications, Electron dynamics and motion in electromagnetic fields | Lecture Notes and Related Book Chapter |
| 2 | RF interaction mechanisms, Comparison with solid-state devices | Lecture Notes and Related Book Chapter |
| 3 | Magnetron theory and operation, Mode structures and frequency characteristics | Lecture Notes and Related Book Chapter |
| 4 | Power handling and efficiency, in Magnetrons, Applications in radar and microwave ovens | Lecture Notes and Related Book Chapter |
| 5 | Velocity modulation and bunching, Two-cavity and multi-cavity klystrons | Lecture Notes and Related Book Chapter |
| 6 | Reflex klystrons, Applications in communication and particle accelerators | Lecture Notes and Related Book Chapter |
| 7 | Traveling Wave Tubes (TWTs) – I: Helix TWTs and coupled cavity TWTs, Beam-wave interaction | Lecture Notes and Related Book Chapter |
| 8 | Traveling Wave Tubes (TWTs) – II: Gain and bandwidth considerations, Applications in satellite communication and electronic warfare | Lecture Notes and Related Book Chapter |
| 9 | Introduction to crossed-field devices, The backward-wave oscillator (BWO) | Lecture Notes and Related Book Chapter |
| 10 | The carcinotron and gyrotron, High-power microwave sources | Lecture Notes and Related Book Chapter |
| 11 | Noise in microwave tubes, Nonlinear effects and mode competition | Lecture Notes and Related Book Chapter |
| 12 | High-power microwave amplifiers, Emerging trends and future directions | Lecture Notes and Related Book Chapter |
| 13 | Microwave tube-based system design, Integration with other components | Lecture Notes and Related Book Chapter |
| 14 | Case studies of microwave tube applications, Hands-on experiments and demonstrations | Lecture Notes and Related Book Chapter |
| Resources |
| Vishal Kesari, B. N. Basu - High Power Microwave Tubes_ Basics and Trends. Volume 1-Morgan & Claypool Publishers (2018) A S Gilmour - Principles of Klystrons, Traveling Wave Tubes, Magnetrons, Cross-Field Ampliers, and Gyrotrons (2011, Artech House) Watkins - Topic in Electromagnetic Theory |
Course Contribution to Program Qualifications
| Course Contribution to Program Qualifications | |||||||
| No | Program Qualification | Contribution Level | |||||
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | |||
| 1 | Develop and deepen the current and advanced knowledge in the field with original thought and/or research and come up with innovative definitions based on Master's degree qualifications. | X | |||||
| 2 | Conceive the interdisciplinary interaction which the field is related with ; come up with original solutions by using knowledge requiring proficiency on analysis, synthesis and assessment of new and complex ideas. | X | |||||
| 3 | Evaluate and use new information within the field in a systematic approach and gain advanced level skills in the use of research methods in the field. | X | |||||
| 4 | Develop an innovative knowledge, method, design and/or practice or adapt an already known knowledge, method, design and/or practice to another field. | X | |||||
| 5 | Broaden the borders of the knowledge in the field by producing or interpreting an original work or publishing at least one scientific paper in the field in national and/or international refereed journals. | X | |||||
| 6 | Contribute to the transition of the community to an information society and its sustainability process by introducing scientific, technological, social or cultural improvements. | X | |||||
| 7 | Independently perceive, design, apply, finalize and conduct a novel research process. | X | |||||
| 8 | Ability to communicate and discuss orally, in written and visually with peers by using a foreign language at least at a level of European Language Portfolio C1 General Level. | X | |||||
| 9 | Critical analysis, synthesis and evaluation of new and complex ideas in the field. | X | |||||
| 10 | Recognizes the scientific, technological, social or cultural improvements of the field and contribute to the solution finding process regarding social, scientific, cultural and ethical problems in the field and support the development of these values. | X | |||||
Assessment Methods
| Contribution Level | Absolute Evaluation | |
| Rate of Midterm Exam to Success | 50 | |
| Rate of Final Exam to Success | 50 | |
| Total | 100 | |
| ECTS / Workload Table | ||||||
| Activities | Number of | Duration(Hour) | Total Workload(Hour) | |||
| Course Hours | 14 | 8 | 112 | |||
| Guided Problem Solving | 0 | 0 | 0 | |||
| Resolution of Homework Problems and Submission as a Report | 4 | 8 | 32 | |||
| Term Project | 0 | 0 | 0 | |||
| Presentation of Project / Seminar | 1 | 15 | 15 | |||
| Quiz | 0 | 0 | 0 | |||
| Midterm Exam | 1 | 30 | 30 | |||
| General Exam | 1 | 45 | 45 | |||
| Performance Task, Maintenance Plan | 0 | 0 | 0 | |||
| Total Workload(Hour) | 234 | |||||
| Dersin AKTS Kredisi = Toplam İş Yükü (Saat)/30*=(234/30) | 8 | |||||
| ECTS of the course: 30 hours of work is counted as 1 ECTS credit. | ||||||
Detail Informations of the Course
Course Description
| Course | Code | Semester | T+P (Hour) | Credit | ECTS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MICROWAVE TUBES | EECD1112905 | Fall Semester | 3+0 | 3 | 8 |
| Course Program |
| Prerequisites Courses | |
| Recommended Elective Courses |
| Language of Course | English |
| Course Level | Third Cycle (Doctorate Degree) |
| Course Type | Elective |
| Course Coordinator | Prof.Dr. Ercümend ARVAS |
| Name of Lecturer(s) | Prof.Dr. Ercümend ARVAS |
| Assistant(s) | |
| Aim | This course provides an in-depth exploration of microwave tubes, covering theory, design, and applications. Topics include electron dynamics, RF interaction, different types of microwave tubes, and practical considerations in microwave tube-based systems. |
| Course Content | This course contains; Introduction to Microwave Tubes, Overview of microwave tube applications, Electron dynamics and motion in electromagnetic fields,RF interaction mechanisms, Comparison with solid-state devices, Magnetron theory and operation, Mode structures and frequency characteristics,Power handling and efficiency, in Magnetrons, Applications in radar and microwave ovens,Velocity modulation and bunching, Two-cavity and multi-cavity klystrons,Reflex klystrons, Applications in communication and particle accelerators,Traveling Wave Tubes (TWTs) – I: Helix TWTs and coupled cavity TWTs, Beam-wave interaction,Traveling Wave Tubes (TWTs) – II: Gain and bandwidth considerations, Applications in satellite communication and electronic warfare,Introduction to crossed-field devices, The backward-wave oscillator (BWO),The carcinotron and gyrotron, High-power microwave sources,Noise in microwave tubes, Nonlinear effects and mode competition,High-power microwave amplifiers, Emerging trends and future directions,Microwave tube-based system design, Integration with other components, Case studies of microwave tube applications, Hands-on experiments and demonstrations. |
| Dersin Öğrenme Kazanımları | Teaching Methods | Assessment Methods |
| Analyze the microwave tube applications discussed in "Introduction to Microwave Tubes – I" and their relevance in various technological fields. | 14, 2, 21, 9 | E, F |
| Evaluate the RF interaction mechanisms introduced in "Introduction to Microwave Tubes – II" and compare them with the characteristics of solid-state devices. | 14, 19, 2, 21, 9 | E, F |
| Learn the mode structures and frequency characteristics of magnetrons as presented in "Magnetrons – I." | 14, 19, 2, 21, 9 | E, F |
| Assess the power handling and efficiency of magnetrons and their diverse applications in radar and microwave ovens, as outlined in "Magnetrons – II." | 12, 19, 2, 21, 9 | E, F |
| Demonstrate an understanding of velocity modulation and bunching in klystrons, as discussed in "Klystrons – I." | 14, 2, 9 | E, F |
| Apply knowledge of reflex klystrons presented in "Klystrons – II" to communication systems and particle accelerators. | 12, 19, 2, 21, 9 | E, F |
| Analyze the beam-wave interaction in Traveling Wave Tubes (TWTs) introduced in "Traveling Wave Tubes (TWTs) – I." | 14, 2, 21, 9 | E |
| Evaluate gain and bandwidth considerations of TWTs and their applications in satellite communication and electronic warfare, as presented in "Traveling Wave Tubes (TWTs) – II." | 14, 2, 21, 9 | E |
| Teaching Methods: | 12: Problem Solving Method, 14: Self Study Method, 19: Brainstorming Technique, 2: Project Based Learning Model, 21: Simulation Technique, 9: Lecture Method |
| Assessment Methods: | E: Homework, F: Project Task |
Course Outline
| Order | Subjects | Preliminary Work |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Introduction to Microwave Tubes, Overview of microwave tube applications, Electron dynamics and motion in electromagnetic fields | Lecture Notes and Related Book Chapter |
| 2 | RF interaction mechanisms, Comparison with solid-state devices | Lecture Notes and Related Book Chapter |
| 3 | Magnetron theory and operation, Mode structures and frequency characteristics | Lecture Notes and Related Book Chapter |
| 4 | Power handling and efficiency, in Magnetrons, Applications in radar and microwave ovens | Lecture Notes and Related Book Chapter |
| 5 | Velocity modulation and bunching, Two-cavity and multi-cavity klystrons | Lecture Notes and Related Book Chapter |
| 6 | Reflex klystrons, Applications in communication and particle accelerators | Lecture Notes and Related Book Chapter |
| 7 | Traveling Wave Tubes (TWTs) – I: Helix TWTs and coupled cavity TWTs, Beam-wave interaction | Lecture Notes and Related Book Chapter |
| 8 | Traveling Wave Tubes (TWTs) – II: Gain and bandwidth considerations, Applications in satellite communication and electronic warfare | Lecture Notes and Related Book Chapter |
| 9 | Introduction to crossed-field devices, The backward-wave oscillator (BWO) | Lecture Notes and Related Book Chapter |
| 10 | The carcinotron and gyrotron, High-power microwave sources | Lecture Notes and Related Book Chapter |
| 11 | Noise in microwave tubes, Nonlinear effects and mode competition | Lecture Notes and Related Book Chapter |
| 12 | High-power microwave amplifiers, Emerging trends and future directions | Lecture Notes and Related Book Chapter |
| 13 | Microwave tube-based system design, Integration with other components | Lecture Notes and Related Book Chapter |
| 14 | Case studies of microwave tube applications, Hands-on experiments and demonstrations | Lecture Notes and Related Book Chapter |
| Resources |
| Vishal Kesari, B. N. Basu - High Power Microwave Tubes_ Basics and Trends. Volume 1-Morgan & Claypool Publishers (2018) A S Gilmour - Principles of Klystrons, Traveling Wave Tubes, Magnetrons, Cross-Field Ampliers, and Gyrotrons (2011, Artech House) Watkins - Topic in Electromagnetic Theory |
Course Contribution to Program Qualifications
| Course Contribution to Program Qualifications | |||||||
| No | Program Qualification | Contribution Level | |||||
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | |||
| 1 | Develop and deepen the current and advanced knowledge in the field with original thought and/or research and come up with innovative definitions based on Master's degree qualifications. | X | |||||
| 2 | Conceive the interdisciplinary interaction which the field is related with ; come up with original solutions by using knowledge requiring proficiency on analysis, synthesis and assessment of new and complex ideas. | X | |||||
| 3 | Evaluate and use new information within the field in a systematic approach and gain advanced level skills in the use of research methods in the field. | X | |||||
| 4 | Develop an innovative knowledge, method, design and/or practice or adapt an already known knowledge, method, design and/or practice to another field. | X | |||||
| 5 | Broaden the borders of the knowledge in the field by producing or interpreting an original work or publishing at least one scientific paper in the field in national and/or international refereed journals. | X | |||||
| 6 | Contribute to the transition of the community to an information society and its sustainability process by introducing scientific, technological, social or cultural improvements. | X | |||||
| 7 | Independently perceive, design, apply, finalize and conduct a novel research process. | X | |||||
| 8 | Ability to communicate and discuss orally, in written and visually with peers by using a foreign language at least at a level of European Language Portfolio C1 General Level. | X | |||||
| 9 | Critical analysis, synthesis and evaluation of new and complex ideas in the field. | X | |||||
| 10 | Recognizes the scientific, technological, social or cultural improvements of the field and contribute to the solution finding process regarding social, scientific, cultural and ethical problems in the field and support the development of these values. | X | |||||
Assessment Methods
| Contribution Level | Absolute Evaluation | |
| Rate of Midterm Exam to Success | 50 | |
| Rate of Final Exam to Success | 50 | |
| Total | 100 | |