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Phased Array Element Active S-Parameter Extraction from Mutual Coupling and Isolated Element Data Calculator

extract active S-parameters (S_active) for a phased array element under scan, given isolated element S-parameters and mutual coupling matrix.

Quick Answer

Calculate Phased Array Element Active S-Parameter Extraction from Mutual Coupling and Isolated Element Data

Calculator

Active S-Parameter of Reference Element (dimensionless)
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Result Interpretation

Phased Array Element Active S-Parameter Extraction from Mutual Coupling and Isolated Element Data Calculator computes Active S-Parameter of Reference Element in dimensionless using the defined engineering formula and the input values provided. Active S-Parameter of Reference Element is expressed in dimensionless. No universal acceptance threshold is defined by this calculator.

Worked Example

Verified calculation

Given:

  • Isolated Element S-Parameter = 0
  • Mutual Coupling S-Parameter (between reference element and one coupled element) = 0

Expected Result:

  • Active S-Parameter of Reference Element = 0

Engineering Interpretation:

Under the given input conditions, the calculated result is: Active S-Parameter of Reference Element = 0 dimensionless.

The actual numerical result is computed by the Runtime engine using the persisted tool definition. The values shown here come from automatically validated test cases.

Formula / Method

active s-parameter of reference element = isolated element s-parameter + isolated element s-parameter * between reference element and one coupled element * isolated element s-parameter

Formula family: formula_antenna_phased_array_element_active_s_parameter_extraction_from_mutual_coupling_and_isolated_element_data_calculator

Variables

SymbolLabelRoleDescription
s_isolated Isolated Element S-Parameter INPUT Isolated Element S-Parameter
s_mutual Mutual Coupling S-Parameter (between reference element and one coupled element) INPUT Mutual Coupling S-Parameter (between reference element and one coupled element)
s_active Active S-Parameter of Reference Element OUTPUT Active S-Parameter of Reference Element

Calculation Steps

  1. Enter the isolated element s-parameter in dimensionless.
  2. Enter the mutual coupling s-parameter (between reference element and one coupled element) in dimensionless.
  3. Step 1: Compute active s-parameter of reference element.
  4. Read the active s-parameter of reference element (dimensionless) from the results.

Engineering Summary

Calculate Phased Array Element Active S-Parameter Extraction from Mutual Coupling and Isolated Element Data

Frequently Asked Questions

What does this calculator calculate?

The Phased Array Element Active S-Parameter Extraction from Mutual Coupling and Isolated Element Data Calculator estimates Active S-Parameter of Reference Element based on the input parameters you provide

Why is isolated element s-parameter important in this calculation?

isolated element s-parameter is used directly in the calculation of active s-parameter of reference element. Its effect on the result depends on the complete formula and the values of the other inputs.. When you enter isolated element s-parameter in dimensionless, the calculator uses it in the engineering formula to compute the output

How should I interpret the result active s-parameter of reference element?

The calculator outputs active s-parameter of reference element in dimensionless. The result is computed directly from the input values using the defined engineering formula

What units should I use for the inputs?

Enter each value in the units shown next to the input field: Isolated Element S-Parameter (dimensionless), Mutual Coupling S-Parameter (between reference element and one coupled element) (dimensionless). Make sure all inputs use the specified units for consistent results

What assumptions does this calculator use?

This calculator uses automatically validated engineering formulas. Results are approximate and should be validated against site-specific conditions, applicable codes, and professional engineering judgment

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