Basic RF and Microwave Power Measurement

In this course the basics of RF and microwave power measurement is discussed. The measurement of power, the effects of reflection, developing a known source reflection coefficient using a leveling configuration are all discussed. In addition the calibration of a power measurement standard against higher level standards is discussed and the resulting measurement equation is presented in steps.

The course outline is as follows:

• Introduction
• Power Measurement Devices
  • Detectors
  • Power Sensors
  • In-line Power Meters
  • Thermistors
  • Log Amplifier Detectors
• Delivered Power vs Available Power
• Basic Power Measurement
  • The Basics
  • The effects of reflection on power measurement
  • Power measurement through a 2-port device
• Power Measurement Device Calibration
  • Calorimetry
  • Alternate connection to a stable power source method
  • The use of leveling in power calibration
• Summary

This course is appropriate for engineers or advanced technicians who are involved in power measurement and power calibration.