On the Features of Calculating Linear Parameters and Characteristics of Multi-Wire Transmission Lines

Abstract

The features of calculating the matrices of linear parameters and characteristics of multi-wire transmission lines have been considered. The method of calculation of the matrices of primary linear parameters of multi-wire transmission lines has been presented. The criteria for the accuracy of the calculation of the capacitive matrix have been formulated. It has been noted that it is necessary to accurately account for the mutual influence between the transmission line conductors for a correct estimation of the distortions of thesignals propagated in it. The influence of the linear parameters of multi-wire transmission lines on responses and eye diagrams at the end of their active conductors has been demonstrated. The influence of the distances from the extreme conductors to the boundaries of the cross-sections of transmission lines on the accuracy ofcalculating their capacitive matrices has been studied. Using the method of moments, it has been shown that known approaches to determining these distances do not always give accurate or efficient results. On the example of several transmission lines with different numbers of dielectric layers and conductors, as well as with the screen and without it, the minimum values of this distance at which it is possible to achieve an accurate and efficient calculation of their capacitive matrices have been determined.