ABSTRACT

In this chapter, we illustrate the additional steps needed to get accurate results. Larger number of elements requires computer-generated input data for the various function programs used in Chapters 16 and 17. It is very tedious to hand-generate the coordinates of the nodes, connectivity tables, node and edge numbering, and so on. Downloadable free software is available on the Internet, and the details of using this software to computer-generate the input data are illustrated through a case study of the homogeneous as well as the dielectric-loaded ridged guide.