Build isolated baselines
Simulate the SIW array and dipole separately using the same materials and reference planes before combining them. This reveals how much coupling is introduced by the shared layout.
For reproducibility, note the software version, model assumptions and exact variable definitions before drawing a cross-model conclusion.
Assess steering and coexistence
Apply a documented progressive phase law and inspect normalized and realized-gain patterns. Compare band-specific return loss, mutual coupling, radiation efficiency and pattern distortion.
For reproducibility, note the software version, model assumptions and exact variable definitions before drawing a cross-model conclusion.
Mesh, ports and substrate
SIW via pitch, launch transitions, port calibration, conductor loss and dielectric properties can control the simulated response. Record adaptive-mesh convergence and avoid comparing results with inconsistent radiation boundaries.
For reproducibility, note the software version, model assumptions and exact variable definitions before drawing a cross-model conclusion.
PhD extensions
Evaluate tolerance sensitivity, aperture efficiency and scan-angle limitations. If fabricated results are unavailable, explicitly label the HFSS figures simulated predictions.
For reproducibility, note the software version, model assumptions and exact variable definitions before drawing a cross-model conclusion.
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Engineering research support
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