Resources

Method of Moments Analysis of Structures Embedded in Shielded Layered Mediaby Dr. James C Rautio Ph. D

Thick Metal Model - An Exact EvaluationThis presentation shows Sonnet's benchmark performance for an exact theoretical result for a very thick stripline.

Microstrip Conductor Loss Models for Electromagnetic AnalysisThis paper describes and rigorously validates single- and multi-layer models of microstrip conductor loss appropriate for high-accuracy application in electromagnetic analysis software.

An Electromagnetic Time-Harmonic Analysis of Shielded Microstrip CircuitsThe foundational theory for the Sonnet 3D planar EM simulator. This paper summarizes the underlying theory used by Sonnet's electromagnetic analysis engine.

Characteristic Impedance - A New Definition of Characteristic ImpedanceThis paper suggests a TEM Equivalent characteristic impedance, which is unique for any given transmission line geometry. A foundational work for port calibration.

A De-Embedding Algorithm for ElectromagneticsThis paper describes a "double delay" de-embedding algorithm appropriate for electromagnetic analysis.

Perfectly Calibrated Internal Ports in EM Analysis of Planar CircuitsSee the technology behind Sonnet's revolutionary Co-Calibrated™ Ports. Co-Calibrated Ports provide accurately de-embedded port connections on the interior of your circuits.

Calibration Errors - Potentially Significant On-Wafer High Frequency Measurement Calibration ErrorThis article addresses a specific case of a spiral inductor on silicon.

Published References - SonnetA list of articles published by Sonnet

Published References - CustomersA list of articles published by our users

Published References - SuperconductorsA list of articles about superconductors

Knowledge BaseSonnet Help and Manuals

Microstrip Cross-Coupled Filter Design With Sonnet emOptimization of a microstrip combline filter. The cross-coupling is realized using optimization and without resorting to any synthesis. Webinar sponsored by Sonnet Software and hosted by Microwave Journal, August 2, 2017. Provided by DGS Associates.

Port Tuning a Microstrip Folded Hairpin FilterOptimization of a microstrip folded hairpin filter using a calibrated port tuning process. Some comments on EM simulation of planar filters using Method of Moments solvers are also included. Provided by DGS Associates.

Yield Analysis of a Stripline Wilkinson Power DividerThis article discusses the use of Monte Carlo samples of interpolated data from a linearly spaced grid of electromagnetic simulation data for yield analysis is investigated.

Knowledge BaseSonnet Help and Manuals

Digital Signals Integrity Tutorial, Sonnet Microstrip ModelsThis tutorial, authored by Professor Joe Jesson from the College of New Jersey, discusses Signal Integrity challenges and Sonnet's capabilities to model 3D planar circuits in the frequency domain.

ADS 2014 Port Tuning TutorialThis zip file contains multiple examples for using port tuning in Keysight (Agilent) ADS 20014 and Sonnet. All files and descriptive Power Point files are included. Using this technique, microwave circuits and filters can be optimized at circuit theory speed but with full EM accuracy.

MWO Port Tuning TutorialThis zip file contains multiple examples for using port tuning in NI AWR MWO and Sonnet. All files and descriptive Power Point files are included. Using this technique, microwave circuits and filters can be optimized at circuit theory speed but with full EM accuracy.