INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF MICROWAVE AND OPTICAL TECHNOLOGY

VOL. 20, NO. 2, MARCH 2025
A PUBLICATION OF THE
INTERNATIONAL ACADEMY OF MICROWAVE AND OPTICAL TECHNOLOGY (IAMOT)
Reno, NV 89511, U.S.A.
MARCH 2025 VOLUME 20 NUMBER 2 IJMOT ISSN: 1553-0396
Banmali S Rawat

Editor-In-Chief

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MICROWAVE RELATED PAPERS
Manuscript Title:New Hybridization Method of MMSE and LMS Algorithms for 3D Beamforming for Multi-User Massive MIMO Systems for 5G Network and Beyond
Manuscript Id:IJMOT-2024-8-352837
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The increase of the number of users from year to year and their growing demand in term of capacity and services has made the emergence of new technologies. Fifth generation (5G) currently is designed for this purpose and even the next generation, 6G. The technique of M-MIMO, for massive multiple inputs multiple outputs, has emerged to increase the number of users by a hundred times compared to a conventional MIMO system in the same cell. We propose in this article a new method which is the hybridization of two algorithms, the minimum mean square error (MMSE) and the least mean squares (LMS), applied to a uniform and rectangular array (URA) for 3-dimensional (3D) beamforming, to then determine the direction of arrival (DOA) of the desired signals in an environment where users are sometimes fixed and sometimes they move at very high speed. This 2D hybridization is designed from a new simple method that we called ''Signal Matrix Projection Method (SMPM)''. The main contribution of this hybridization with the new method is a very clear improvement of the speed of convergence compared to other recent papers we used for comparison and a very high accuracy in the presence of interferers.

Authors:Benyarou Mourad, Bendimerad Fethi Tarik
Submitted On:11-08-2024
Pages:120-131
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Manuscript Title:Performance Analysis of a Rectangular Nested Fractal Antenna for Multiband Applications
Manuscript Id:IJMOT-2024-9-352847
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This paper discusses the comprehensive design, fabrication, and measurement of a rectangular nested fractal antenna specifically engineered for multiband applications across various communication systems. The antenna, with compact overall dimensions of 40×50×0.8 mm³, is constructed using FR4 glass epoxy, a widely adopted dielectric material known for its relative permittivity of 4.7 and a low loss tangent of 0.0197. The design successfully demonstrates seven distinct resonant frequency bands at 1.99, 3.68, 4.91, 6.11, 7.60, 8.06, and 9.39 GHz. Each of these frequency bands is characterized by corresponding bandwidths of 90, 80, 90, 100, 70, 22, and 210 MHz, respectively. Additionally, the antenna achieves notable gains of 0.88, 2.18, 18.86, 8.89, 13.22, 12.24, and 4.01 dBi across these bands. Extensive laboratory testing of the fabricated prototype revealed a strong correlation between the simulated and experimental results, confirming the accuracy and reliability of the design process. The antenna's performance metrics make it an excellent candidate for integration into a wide range of applications, including mobile communications, Wi-Fi, 5G networks, satellite communications, radar systems, and microwave communications.

Authors:Abdelbasset Azzouz, Rachid Bouhmidi, Mohammed Chetioui, Redouane Berber, Ahmed Jamal Abdullah Al-Gburi
Submitted On:02-09-2024
Pages:132-140
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Manuscript Title:Design of Multiband Y-shaped patch antenna with DGS technique for Ultrawideband Applications
Manuscript Id:IJMOT-2024-11-352882
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The Y-shaped radiating patch introduces a novel geometry optimized for ultra wideband (UWB) applications, which can potentially enhance the bandwidth. The integration of DGS enhances the antenna performance by improving impedance matching and bandwidth, allowing the antenna to radiate effectively across a wide frequency range. Accordingly, Y- shaped Micro strip Patch antenna (MSPA) is designed with a dimensional size of the antenna of 28×32×1.6 (L×W×H). A Radiating patch is deposited on FR4 substrate. The patch is excited with the line feed approach, and the DGS (Defective Ground Structure) technique is applied to it. Antenna is designed to fit to operate in ultra-wide band applications. With precise impedance matching, the antenna is radiating at 14.22 GHz frequency. The antenna performance is analyzed with return losses (S11), VSWR, Peak Gain, bandwidth, current, electric field distributions and radiation patterns. The close agreement between simulated and laboratory-tested results validates the design methodology and performance of the antenna, highlighting its practical applicability. The center frequency of the antenna is 9.5 GHz. The highest radiating frequency is 15.19 GHz and the lowest radiating frequency is 5.03 GHz. The antenna is effectively radiating in the wide band region, i.e., (15.19 GHz - 5.03 GHz). The maximum peak gain of 9.42 dB is observed when it is radiated at 5.71 GHz. These results show that the performance of the proposed Y-shaped MSPA is a good choice for ultra-wideband applications. Because of size miniaturization, the developed antenna is best fit for surface mount applications. 

Authors:P. Suresh Babu, S Nagakishore Bhavanam, Vasujadevi Midasala
Submitted On:14-11-2024
Pages:141-151
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Manuscript Title:An Equivalent Circuit based Square Shaped Microstrip patch Antenna for N77 and N78 Applications
Manuscript Id:IJMOT-2025-1-352908
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This article exhibits the novel design of a microstrip patch antenna by utilizing a T-shaped patch and defected ground structure to resonate at n77 and n78 band of 5G-Sub-6 GHz. The T-shaped patch antenna is designed, simulated and manufactured by utilizing Rogers/RT duroid 5880 with 2.2 relative permittivity and 0.0009 loss tangent. The proposed antenna has the measurement of 36 × 40 × 1.575 mm3 and provides wide impedance bandwidths of 1.1 GHz (3.2 GHz – 4.3 GHz) at a center frequency of 3.5 GHz. The antenna is designed and simulated using finite element method An-soft HFSSv13. Fabrication of the antenna is obtained by using chemical etching and the results are measured by using MS2037C Anritsu combinational analyzer. The reflection co-efficient value at 3.5 GHz is -39.5 dB with VSWR<2 and 3.4 dB gain are obtained. Simulated results are in close relation with the measured results and presents that the T-shaped patch antenna is well applicable for n77 and n78 5G-sub-6 GHz applications.
Authors:Dyvala Kiran Kumar, N. Ananda Rao
Submitted On:09-01-2025
Pages:152-159
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Manuscript Title:Analysis of a Tetra-Band Microwave Bandpass Filter for Satellite Communication Applications
Manuscript Id:IJMOT-2025-1-352911
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The evolution of modern electronic systems has derived advantages from the use of the filtering function in high-frequency devices in one way or another. Designers have been able to design more compact systems because of multi-band microwave filters, which can cover multiple frequency bands with a single device. In this article a tetra band microwave bandpass filter has been designed, analyzed and tested for satellite communication applications. Our design consists of a circular ring resonator in which a circle has been subtracted and then united by a circle attached by a rectangle, this controls the resonant frequency of the filter as per the desired resonating frequency bands. Microstrip circular ring resonator bandpass filter occupies an area of 12 x 34 mm2. Tetra band microwave bandpass filter is attached by using 50 ? microstrip transmission line and it is printed on FR4 substrate having physical properties Er of 4.4, tand of 0.02 and a thickness of 1.6 mm. The circular ring resonators electrical dimensions (0.56 ?0 x 1.58 ?0) are designed numerically using the High-Frequency Structure Simulator (HFSS) calculator, which is based on the finite-element method (FEM). Where ?0 is the free space wavelength at the lowest resonating frequency. The circular ring resonator is fabricated by using chemical etching and S-parameters are measured by using MS2037C Anritsu Combinational Analyser. Simulated filter resonates at 11.17 GHz, 13.81 GHz, 16.53 GHz and 19.44 GHz and offers reflection co-efficient of -30.7 dB, -46.3 dB, -20 dB and -23.3 dB. Circular ring resonator offers insertion loss of 0.2 dB at all the resonating frequencies respectively. Simulated results are in good agreement with the measured results and make the filter ideal for satellite communication applications.
Authors:V. Vijayasri Bolisetty, P. Srinivas, P. Durgaprasadarao, U. Yedukondalu, K.V. Vineetha
Submitted On:13-01-2025
Pages:160-168
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Manuscript Title:Scattering of Plane Waves by Joining Chiral Half-Sheets
Manuscript Id:IJMOT-2025-2-352925
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The plane wave scattering excited by joining uniaxial chiral half-sheets is addressed in the high-frequencies domain. In particular, the propagation scenario consists of two half-sheets that are arranged in a planar junction bounded by free space. The propagation direction of incident plane waves is assumed to be arbitrary with respect to the linear discontinuity of the junction and therefore the scattering scenario is three dimensional. Reflection and transmission are formulated by using a bounce diagram technique accounting for the boundary conditions, whereas the uniform asymptotic physical optics approach is applied for evaluating the diffraction contribution due to the discontinuity. At the best authors’ knowledge, no further analytical procedures solving the problem are available in literature. Data resulting from a commercial electromagnetic solver are used as reference to test the value of the proposed method, and made available for validating other techniques. 
Authors:Giovanni Riccio, Flaminio Ferrara, Gianluca Gennarelli, Rocco Guerriero, Francesco Chiadini
Submitted On:03-02-2025
Pages:169-176
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Manuscript Title:Estimation Of Rebar Diameter Using GPR Data
Manuscript Id:IJMOT-2025-2-352926
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his study investigates the use of Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR) for characterizing reinforcing bars in concrete structures. To assess the relationship between GPR signal characteristics and rebar dimensions. To develop a methodology for estimating rebar radius from GPR data. Practical experiments were conducted on a concrete slab, analyzing radargrams to correlate hyperbola width with rebar diameter. FDTD simulations were performed to investigate the relationship between rebar radius and the local standard deviation of the reflected GPR signal. A strong correlation was found between rebar radius and signal characteristics, with larger rebars exhibiting higher local standard deviations. A quadratic polynomial fit to the simulation data accurately predicted signal characteristics based on rebar radius with an Rsquared value of 0.961. A novel methodology for estimating rebar radius from GPR radargrams was proposed, demonstrating an accuracy of ±1 mm.
Authors:Hamdaoui Mohammed, Tahar Bachiri, Lakrit Soufian, Faize Ahmed
Submitted On:03-02-2025
Pages:177-186
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Manuscript Title:E-shape MSA Loaded with C-shape and Open Ring Resonators for Wideband Response
Manuscript Id:IJMOT-2025-2-352931
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Wideband Designs of coaxially fed or proximity fed E-shape patch loaded with a parasitic resonator positioned below the patch on thicker substrate are proposed. The C-shape and ring-shaped resonators introduces TM20 mode nearer to the patch TM10 mode frequency in E-shape antenna that increases the bandwidth. Both the proposed designs realize wider BW as compared with the conventional E-shape antenna with more than 8 dBi peak gain and exhibits broadside radiation pattern with cross-polar component less than 30 dB as compared with the co-polar radiation level in the E-plane. The novelty of the antenna lies in reduced patch area in comparison to that of the multi resonator configurations in which parasitic patches of larger area are located on the same layer as that of the fed patch, and reduced volume to that of the stacked configurations.
Authors:Venkata A. P. Chavali, Amit A. Deshmukh
Submitted On:16-02-2025
Pages:187-195
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Manuscript Title:Dual notched Bandpass Filter with High-Selectivity and Wide Upper Stopband
Manuscript Id:IJMOT-2025-2-352934
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This paper introduces a high-selectivity dual-notched ultra-wideband (UWB) bandpass filter (BPF) with an extensive upper stopband, demonstrating superior performance compared to previously reported designs. Unlike conventional methods, which often encounter limitations in selectivity, stopband performance, and circuit size, this approach integrates a stepped-impedance stub loaded multimode resonator (SISLMMR) with complementary split-ring resonator (CSRR) metamaterials and an H-shaped electromagnetic bandgap (EBG) resonator to achieve enhanced performance. Initially, a UWB bandpass filter based on the SISLMMR was designed. Subsequently, it was combined with CSRR structures to suppress unwanted spurious bands in the upper stopband. Furthermore, to mitigate the interference caused by WLAN at 6 GHz and X-band satellite communication systems at 8.18 GHz within the passband, an H-shaped EBG-based metamaterial was introduced. Additionally, the introduction of two transmission zeros on both sides of the passband, located at 2.6 GHz and 10.9 GHz, significantly enhances sharp skirt selectivity up to 0.93. The simulated results indicate that the filter’s passband ranges from 2.9 GHz to 10.61 GHz, with an insertion loss of less than 1 dB, a 3 dB fractional bandwidth of 112.5%, and a wide upper stopband extending up to 20 GHz with an insertion loss lower than -21 dB. The filter exhibits a compact size of 0.71 ?g x 0.88 ?g with a group delay of less than 0.3 ns, except at the notches. The proposed filter was designed and simulated using the high-frequency structure simulator (HFSS) software package and subsequently fabricated on a Rogers RT/duroid 5880. Its performance was validated through measurements that closely aligned with the simulated results. 
Authors:Richard Patience Shema, Dominic Bernard Onyango Konditi, Elijah Mwangi
Submitted On:18-02-2025
Pages:196-203
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OPTICAL RELATED PAPERS
Manuscript Title:Comprehensive Performance Analysis of Next-Generation High-Speed WDM-PON type Optical Network with EDFA and Raman Optical Amplifier
Manuscript Id:IJMOT-2025-1-352902
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This study presents a novel design and performance analysis of a 4-channel, 30 Gbps Wavelength Division Multiplexing (WDM) transmission system over a 70 km optical fiber link, comparing the capabilities of Erbium-Doped Fiber Amplifier (EDFA) and Raman amplifier, this work uniquely focuses on higher bit rates, providing insights into amplifier behavior under these specific conditions. Key performance metrics, including Bit Error Rate (BER), Quality Factor (Q-factor), and signal-to-noise ratio (SNR), were evaluated through simulation. Results demonstrate that EDFA outperforms the Raman amplifier, delivering a lower BER and a higher Q-factor. The previous studies, the amplifier configuration is optimized to minimize noise and improve signal integrity at higher data rates. The novelty of this research lies in the strategic integration of EDFA and Raman amplifiers, enabling an improved trade-off between gain, noise figure, and system reach. Compared to existing WDM-PON designs, the proposed system achieves lower BER and higher optical signal quality over extended fiber distances. These enhancements provide a more efficient and robust solution for high-speed, long-reach optical networks.

Authors:Mayur Makwana, Shailesh Khant, Atul Patel
Submitted On:02-01-2025
Pages:204-211
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Manuscript Title:Performance Analysis of Laser-Based Li-Fi System under the Influence of External White Light
Manuscript Id:IJMOT-2025-1-352919
Abstract:Li-Fi (Light Fidelity) is an optical wireless communication that utilizes light as an optical carrier signal for data transmission. In previous works, the LED-based Li-Fi system utilizes LEDs as light sources, offering lower data rates (in the Mbps range) and shorter distances. Additionally, LED light emission is omnidirectional. The laser-based Li Fi system employs with lasers as its light source, enabling data rates of up to several Gbps and covering longer distances (in kilometers). Additionally, the laser produces a highly directional beam. Laser-based Li-Fi system provides high data rates, data security, and less disturbance in wireless communication. External white light noise in a Li-Fi system is the interference caused by ambient light sources such as sunlight and artificial lighting. External white light noise degrades the signal quality and interferes with the modulated optical signal in carrying the data. Compared to previous studies, this proposed system aims to achieve higher data rate and longer distance. The proposed system is analyzed for the performance of the system under the impact of external white light due to sunlight. The system is simulated with the parameters such as CW laser 650 nm 35 mW, PIN photodiode, NRZ (non-return-to-zero) modulation, and an external white light source of wavelength 550nm and -30.7 dBm, variable data rates, and distance ranges from 50 m to 700 m in OptiSystem 7 commercial software. The performance of the system is evaluated with BER (bit error rate) and Q-factor (quality factor). The proposed system is analyzed for the best performance for the data rates of up to 40 Gbps. At 40 Gbps, reliable signal quality is achieved at a maximum distance of 500 meters in the absence of external white light and 400 meters in the presence of external white light. The laser-based Li-Fi system is better than the previous LED-based system. Laser diodes can modulate light at much higher frequencies than LEDs. This allows for greater data rates. Laser light focuses into a narrow beam. This enables it to travel longer distances with less power loss compared to the diffuse light from LEDs. 
Authors:War War Moe Myint Han, Tin Tin Hla
Submitted On:21-01-2025
Pages:212-220
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