Transmission line approimation

In summary, the approximation formulas for \gamma and Z0 for low loss lines involve neglecting terms containing higher order powers of R/wL and G/wC. However, at lower frequencies, a better approximation is needed and thus the formulas for \gamma and Z0 must retain these terms. The desired result can be found by expanding the square root terms and multiplying everything out.
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Transmission line approximation

Homework Statement


In the derivation of the approximate formulas of \gamma and Z0 for low loss lines, all terms containing the second and higher order powers of R/wL and G/wC were neglected in comparison with unity. (R/wL<<1 and G/wC<<1)
gamma=jw*sqrt(LC)*sqrt(1+R/jwL)*sqrt (1+G/jwC)
approximated to
gamma = jw*sqrt(LC)*(1+R/2jwL)*sqrt(1+G/2jwC)

gamma is the propagation constant which is equal to alpha+j beta

At lower frequencies, better approximation may be required. find new formulas for \gamma and Z0 for low loss lines that retain terms containing (R/wL)^2 and (G/wL)^2


Homework Equations


Required result is
alpha = sqrt(LC/2)*(R/L+G/C)*[1-(1/8w^2)*(R/L-G/C)^2]
beta = w*sqrt (LC)*[1+(1/8w^2)*(R/L-G/C)^2]


The Attempt at a Solution


I tried expanding the term
sqrt(1+R/jwL) using square root expansion :
1+(1/2)*R/jwL-(1/8)*(R/jwL)^2
did the same for sqrt (1+G/jwC)
I am unable to get the desired result. Any help.
FYI, this is prob 9.7 in cheng.
 
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likephysics said:
I tried expanding the term
sqrt(1+R/jwL) using square root expansion :
1+(1/2)*R/jwL-(1/8)*(R/jwL)^2
did the same for sqrt (1+G/jwC)

That looks fine to me...what do you get when you multiply everything out?
 

Related to Transmission line approimation

1. What is the purpose of transmission line approximation in electrical engineering?

Transmission line approximation is used to model and analyze the behavior of electrical signals traveling through long conductors, such as power lines or communication cables. It helps engineers understand the characteristics of transmission lines and design efficient and reliable systems.

2. How does transmission line approximation differ from other types of circuit analysis?

Transmission line approximation takes into account the distributed nature of the transmission line, whereas other types of circuit analysis assume the circuit elements are located at a single point. This makes it more accurate for analyzing high-frequency signals and long transmission lines.

3. What are the key parameters in transmission line approximation?

The key parameters in transmission line approximation are the characteristic impedance, propagation constant, and attenuation constant. These parameters describe the behavior of the transmission line and are used to calculate the voltage and current at any point along the line.

4. How is the characteristic impedance of a transmission line determined?

The characteristic impedance of a transmission line is determined by the ratio of the line's distributed resistance and inductance. It is also affected by the capacitance and frequency of the signal being transmitted. The characteristic impedance is important in matching the impedance between different parts of a transmission line system to prevent signal reflections.

5. What are some common applications of transmission line approximation?

Transmission line approximation is commonly used in the design and analysis of high-frequency systems, such as radio frequency and microwave circuits, as well as power transmission and distribution systems. It is also used in telecommunications, such as determining the signal loss in fiber optic cables.

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