A theoretical and graphical analysis of conjugately characteristic-impedance transmission lines (CCITLs) using Meta-Smith Charts (MSCs) shows that properly designed CCITLs, called quarter-wave-like transformers (QWLTs), can potentially replace standard quarter-wave transformers (QWTs) in their impedance matching role with significantly shorter electrical length. This opens up new possibilities for miniaturization of microwave circuits and antennas.
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A theoretical and graphical analysis of conjugately characteristic-impedance transmission lines (CCITLs) using Meta-Smith Charts (MSCs) shows that properly designed CCITLs, called quarter-wave-like transformers (QWLTs), can potentially replace standard quarter-wave transformers (QWTs) in their impedance matching role with significantly shorter electrical length. This opens up new possibilities for miniaturization of microwave circuits and antennas.