Liuji R. Koga

Experimental model validation of mode-conversion sources introduced to modal equivalent circuit

We have developed a modal-equivalent-circuit model with mode-conversion sources for clarifying the mode-conversion mechanism and considering countermeasures against common-mode noise by means of circuit analysis based on the proposed model. The modal equivalent circuit is divided into separate normal-mode and common-mode circuits obtained by applying the mode-decomposition technique to an actual circuit. The separate circuits are connected with the mode-conversion sources at the interface where two transmission lines with different current division factors (h) are connected. This model suggests that the mode conversion that occurs is likely related to the common-mode current and the normal-mode voltage at the interface and the difference in the current division factors (Δh). This paper validates the model experimentally. First, it is validated by changing the grounding conditions of a simple cable interconnection system. Next, the mode-conversion mechanism suggested by the mode-conversion sources is experimentally examined by matching on common mode and replacing a two-wire cable with a coaxial cable so that Δh becomes almost 0. Circuit simulation results obtained using the modal equivalent circuit with the mode-conversion sources agree well with measured results and this also demonstrates the models validity.

Verification of common-mode-current prediction method based on imbalance difference model for single-channel differential signaling system

In a differential transmission line, a large common-mode current is excited due to its asymmetry. In this paper, the authors demonstrate experimentally the common-mode current and verify the imbalance difference model that was proposed for prediction of the common-mode current reduction. Experimental results show that the reduction of common-mode current of about 20 dB is achieved by changing the position of the transmission line. In addition, the differences that are calculated using the imbalance difference model are in agreement with the measured ones within 2 dB.

Mode conversion caused by discontinuity in transmission line: From viewpoint of imbalance factor and modal characteristic impedance

For treating mode conversion caused by discontinuity in multi-conductor transmission line with circuit analysis, we have proposed a modal equivalent-circuit model with mode-conversion sources. The approach takes an advantage in less calculation sources and countermeasure consideration compared with full-wave simulation. A mode-decomposition technique was applied with an imbalance factor, that is, the current division factor in our study, of the transmission line. In the modal circuit analysis we proposed, mode conversion is expressed by the controlled sources of which magnitude is proportional to the difference between the current division factors of the adjacent transmission lines. In this paper, we focused on the modal transfer power and derived the mathematical expressions of the mode conversion using the modal characteristic impedance as well as the current division factor. For validating the derived equations, in addition, the comparison with full-wave simulation was carried out and a good agreement was confirmed.

Evaluation of relationship between STP-cable grounding and mode conversion taking into account imbalance factor

In grounding an STP cable, mode conversion occurs depending on how to ground it. For investigating the mode conversion in a four-conductor transmission-line system that consists of three conductors and the system ground such as the STP cable above the system ground, as shown in Fig. 1. we have developed modal equivalent circuit expressed by an imbalance factor of transmission line, a current division factor, in the same way as we developed the one in a three-conductor transmission-line system. The modal equivalent circuit consists of three modal equivalent circuits of normal mode (Fig. 2), primary common mode (Fig. 3), and secondary common mode(Fig. 4). In this paper, mode conversion between normal mode and primary common mode was evaluated using mixed-mode S parameters and the measured data validated the modal equivalent circuit. As a result, it was found that mode conversion depends on the imbalance factor and it was examined how to ground for suppressing mode conversion.

Electromagnetic immunity analysis using modal-equivalent circuit in cable interconnection system

Electromagnetic immunity analysis as well as electromagnetic emission analysis is significant for EMC design. In this paper, we apply a modal equivalent-circuit model with mode-conversion sources to electromagnetic immunity analysis in a simple cable interconnection system. The analysis can treat mode conversion caused by discontinuity in multi-conductor transmission line with circuit analysis and has been validated in electromagnetic emission analysis. The approach takes an advantage in less calculation sources and helps get design considerations compared with full-wave simulation. In this paper, common-mode excitation by a current probe in a simple cable interconnection system is investigated for model validation. As a result, it is demonstrated that the circuit analysis with the modal-equivalent circuit model agrees well with the measurement results.

Electromagnetic compatibility design and its application

The ultra-high speed network is the latest trend of the information era that is expected to last a long time. This trend not only requires network development but also promotes the advancement of the related intersection science and technology fields. Further, in a developing information society, it is mandatory for high-speed digital and information techniques to meet a considerable number of new challenges related to Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC).