PIERS 2004Progress In Electromagnetic Research Symposium

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March 2 8 - 3 1 , 2004Pisa, ITALY

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Numerical Simulation of Scattering and Emission from Spatially Inhomogeneous Scatter Mediaby Using 3D-VRT EquationYa-Qiu Jin (Fudan University, China) \

Deterministic and Probabilistic Optimization of Photonic CrystalsC. Hafner, J. Smajic, D.Erni (Swiss Federal Institute of Technology, Switzerland) 5

Signal Denoising in MR Tomography using WaveletK. Bartusek (Academy of Science, Czech Republic), E. Gescheidtova,R. Kubasek (Brno University, Czech Republic) 9

Modelling of Extended Photonic Crystal Devices Using Scattering Matrix TechniquesL. C. Botten, T. P. White, A. A. Asatryan, T. N. Langtry, R. C. McPhedran,C. M. de Sterke (University of Sydney, Australia) 13

Long-Length Polarization Maintaining Optical Fiber Fabricated in ChinaB. Xue, L. Liang, T. Xiao (Jiangsu Fasten Photonics Company, China) 17

Computation of Radiation Leakage in Photonic Crystal WaveguidesJ. Smajic, Ch. Haftier, K. Rauscher, D. Erni (Swiss Federal Institute of Technology, Switzerland) 21

Improved Transmission for 60° Photonic Crystal Waveguide BendsK. Rauscher, D. Erni, J. Smajic, Ch. Hamer (Swiss Federal Institute of Technology, Switzerland) 25

MAS and MMP Simulations of Photonic Crystal DevicesD. Karkashadze, R. Zaridze, A. Bijamov (Tbilisi State University, Georgia);Ch. Hafher, J. Smajic, D. Erni (Swiss Federal Institute of Technology, Switzerland) 29

The Modelling of "Local Details" in the Field Distribution and their Impact on the GlobalEconomy of the SolutionI. E. Lager, C. I. Coman (Delft University of Technology, The Netherlands) 33

Scattering by a Sphere with a Dielectric Half-Space or on Another SphereE. Marx (National Institute of Standards and Technology, USA) 37

A Multiplicative Regularized Born Iterative AlgorithmA. Abubakar (Schlumberger-Doll Research, USA); P. M. van den Berg (Delft Universityof Technology, The Netherlands); S. Y. Semenov (Carolinas Medical Center, USA) 41

Azimuthal PolarizerA.V. Siniavski (Yerevan Physics Institute, Armenia) 45

Constrained Parametric Minimization for the Inversion of Electromagnetic Measurementsin the EarthA. Abubakar, T. M. Habashy (Schlumberger-Doll Research, USA) 49

Maxwell's Equations in Accelerated Reference Frames and their Application in ComputationalElectromagnetismS. Kurz (University of the German Armed Forces, Germany); B. Flemisch,B. Wohlmuth (Universitdt Stuttgart, Germany) 53

Vectorial Finite-Element BPM Analysis Applied to Optical Fiber CouplerJ. P. da Silva, M. L. Brandao (Federal University ofMaranhao, Brazil);H. E. Hernandez-Figueroa (University of Campinas, Brazil) 57

Equivalent Circuit Extraction for an SMA ConnectorG. Antonini, A. Ciccomancini Scogna, A. Orlandi (University ofL 'Aquila, Italy) 61

Optimisation of Tissue-Equivalent Liquids for SAR MeasurementK. Fukunaga, S. Watanabe, Y. Yamanaka (Communications Research Laboratory, USA);H. Asou, Y. Ishii, K. Sato (NTT Advanced Technology, Japan) 65

Time Series Analysis of Microwave Signals. Fokker-Planck Equation ApproachK. Ivanova (Pennsylvania State University, USA) 69

An Improved Estimation of Composite Strip-Line LossesJ. Chan, K. Sivaprasad, K. Chamberlin (University of New Hampshire, USA) 73

Evaluation of the Effective Electrical Parameters of a PCB Trace for Accurate Signal IntegritySimulationsV. Ricchiuti (Siemens CNXS.p.A., Italy) 11

Optimization of Decoupling Between Two Collinear Monopole Antennas Separated by a Space FilterM. Bimpas, N. K. Uzunoglu (National Technical University of Athens, Greece) 81

A New Passive Model for Transient Analysis of Multiconductor Transmission LinesG. Antonini, G. Ferri (University ofL 'Aquila, Italy) 85

Gradient Magnetic Field Measuring Method Using MR Technique with Spin Echo SeriesK. Bartusek (Academy of Sciences of the Czech Republic);E. Gescheidtova (UTEE FEKT VUT, Czech Republic) 89

Application of Passive and Active Radars for Detection and Classification of Land MinesS. I. Ivashov, V. V. Razevig, A. P. Sheyko, I. A. Vasilyev(Bauman Moscow State Technical University, Russia) 93

Recent Developments of Transmission Line Models for InterconnectsA. Maffucci, F. Villone (Universita di Cassino, Italy); G. Miano (Univ. di Napoli Federico II, Italy) 97

Plane Wave Diffraction by a Slit in an Impedance Plane and a Complementary Impedance StripA. Buyukaksoy, G. Cinar (Gebze Institute of Technology, Turkey) 101

Neural Networks Applications to Nuclear FusionA. Vannucci (University of Sao Paulo, Brazil) 105

Efficient Simulation and Optimization of Photonic CrystalsCh. Hafher, J. Smajic (Swiss Federal Institute of Technology, Switzerland) 109

The Confluent Edge and Tip Singularities of the Electromagnetic Wave on Material SheetsM. Idemen (ISIK University, Turkey) 113

A Wavelet Based Approach to Space Charge Calculations for Charged Particle BeamsG. Poplau, U. van Rienen (Universita't Rostock, Germany); B. S. van der Geer,M. J. de Loos (TU Eindhoven, The Netherlands) 117

Integral Equation Approach to Reflection and Transmission of a Plane TE-Wave at a(Linear, Nonlinear, Absorbing) Dielectric film with Spatially Varying PermittivityV. S. Serov (University ofOulu, Finland);H. W. Schurmann, E. D. Svetogorova (University of Osnabriick, Germany) 121

Simulation and Analysis of Multiport Waveguide Junctions with Artificial DiscontinuitiesFormed of the Inductive Strips and DiaphragmsF. G. Bogdanov, G. Sh. Kevanishvili, G. V. Jandieri, G. V. Kekelia (Georgian TechnicalUniversity, Georgia); K. Yasumoto (Kyushu University, Japan) 125

Electric and Magnetic Fields from a Semi-Infinite Vertical Thin-Wire Antenna Above aConducting PlaneR. Thottappillil (Uppsala University, Sweden); M. A. Uman (University of Florida, USA) 129

Full-Maxwell Analysis of Loaded Multiconductor LinesM. Rossi (University ofGenova, Italy) 133

Exact Expressions in the Time Domain for Electric Fields from an Extending LightningDischarge in terms of the Charge DensityR. Thottappillil, (Uppsala University, Sweden); V. A. Rakov, M. A. Uman, (University of Florida, USA) 137

Influence of Conductor Segmentation in Grounding Resistance Calculation UsingBoundary Element MethodT. Baric, S. Nikolovski (Faculty of Electrical Engineering, Croatia) 141

A New Method for the Extraction of the Equivalent Impedance of Complex 3-DInterconnect StructuresA. Maffucci, F. Villone (Universita di Cassino, Italy) 145

Time Domain Modeling of Electromagnetic Field Coupling to Multiple TransmissionLines Based on the Wire Antenna TheoryD. Poljak, S.Antonijevic (University of Split, Croatia) 149

Simulating Microwave Emission from Antarctica Ice Sheet with a Coherent ModelM. Tedesco, G. Macelloni, P. Pampaloni (IFAC -CNR, Italy) 153

Latest 3-D Finite Element Analysis for Motor CharacteristicsY. Kawase, T. Yamaguchi, S. Sano (Gifu University, Japan) 157

Design and Characterization of a Smart Periodic Material Including MemsM. Thevenot, L. Mercier, P. Blondy, B. Jecko (Universite de Limoges, France) 161

Transient 3-D Eddy Current Analysis in Superconducting Magnet System Using Integral ApproachJ. Junak, U. van Rienen (Rostock University, Germany) 165

Eddy Current Loss Analysis of Miniature Motor Using 3-D Finite Element UsingDouble Nodes TechniqueY. Kawase, T. Yamaguchi, H. Naito (Gifu University, Japan); K. Nakamura,E. Fukushima (Namiki Precision Jewel Co., Ltd., Japan) 169

A Simple Model for Estimation of Radiation Loss in High-Frequency Interconnectswith Homogeneous DielectricA. Maffucci, F. Villone (Universita di Cassino, Italy); G. Miano (Univ. di Napoli Federico II, Italy) 173

Efficient Time-Domain Simulation of Lossy Multiconductor Transmission Lines byMeans of Generalized Method of CharacteristicsA. Maffucci (Universita di Cassino, Italy); G. Miano (Univ. di Napoli Federico II, Italy) 177

Tackling the Problem of Thermal Versus non Thermal Biological Effects of HighFrequency Electromagnetic RadiationsJ. P. Zryd, E. Alasonati, Y. Saidi, P. Goloubinoff (£>epar/7we«f of Plant molecular Biology - UNIL,Switzerland); P. Zweiacker, F. Rachidi (Fed. Institute ofTechnology, Switzerland) 181

Multilayer Perceptron Inversion Algorithm in Electrical Engineering Optimization ProblemsD. Cherubini, A. Fanni, A. Montisci, P. Testoni (University ofCagliari, Italy) 185

Soil Parameter Retrieval from Backscattering Measurements by Using a Bayesian ApproachCombined with IEM SimulationsP. Pampaloni, S. Paloscia, E. Santi, S. Pettinato (CNR-IFAC, Italy) 189

FEST3D: a Multimode CAD Tool for Passive mm-Wave and Microwave Circuit ModellingB. Casali, J. G. Raga (IDSS.p.A., Italy); M. Ghilardi (ITLink S.r.l., Italy) 193

On the Goos-Hanchen Shift at Photonic Crystal InterfacesP. Caillaud, P.N. Stavrinou, G. Parry (The Blackett Laboratory, Imperial College London, UK) 197

Computing the Scattering Matrix of Multiport SystemsR. A. Speciale (Research & Development Inc., USA) 201

Introducing Fast and Reliable Mass Product Validation Method for Mechanical Shield and GasketCombinationM. Uusimaki (Nokia Mobile Phones, Finland); P. Aerikkala (Nokia Enterprise Solutions, Finland) 205

Coupling Effects Between a Cellular Phone and Metallic Eyeglasses: Field Enhancementin the Eye RegionG. Bellanca, G. Caniato, A. Giovannelli, A. Parini, P. Olivo, S. Trillo (University ofFerrara, Italy) 209

Advanced Numerical Simulation of Magnetomechanical SystemsM. Kaltenbacher, R. Lerch (University of Erlangen-Nuremberg, Germany); M. Rausch (SiemensAG Medical Solutions, Germany); H. Landes, (WisSoft, Germany) 213

On a New Spectral Method and its Application to the Diffraction by a Three-Part Impedance PlaneJ. M. L. Bernard (CEA-DIF, Dept of theoretical and applied Physics, France) 217

Short Stories on Line Sources in Meta-MaterialsS. Guenneau, J.B. Pendry (Imperial College London, UK);B. Gralak (FOM-Institute for Atomic and Molecular Physics, The Netherlands) 221

Microwave Heating Treatment at Low Temperature Gradient Using a Wave-Guidewith Networks of Serial and Parallel NozzlesA. Grava, T. Maghiar, C. Grava, N. Maghiar, V. Soproni, M. Pantea,L. Moldovan (University ofOradea, Romania) 225

Heuristic Parameter Identification of Hysteresis ModelsA. Salvini, L. Liberti (Universita degli Studi "Roma Tre ", Italy) 229

Efficient Hybrid method for the Analysis of Radial-Line Slot Arrays Loaded with Parasitic StripsJ. I. Herranz-Herruzo, A. Valero-Nogueira,M. Ferrando-Bataller (UniversidadPolitecnica de Valencia, Spain) 233

Rigorous Modelling of Multielement Frequency Selective SurfacesD. Zelenchuk, A. Lerer (Rostov State University, Russia);A. Schuchinsky (Queen's University Belfast, UK) 237

Scattering of a Scalar Plane Wave from a Two-Dimensional Rough Circularly SymmetricDirichlet Surface-The Non-Normal Incidence CaseR. M. Fitzgerald (The University of Texas at El Paso, USA);A. A. Maradudin (University of California Irvine, USA) 241

Comparison of Hysteresis Models for AFC-Disk Drive Recording MediaA. Ktena, D. I. Fotiadis, C. V. Massalas (University of Ioannina, Greece);A. Berger (Hitachi Global Storage Technologies, USA) 245

Estimating Accuracy of MoM Solutions to the Scattering Problems on Arbitrary 3-D Geometries byChecking the Boundary Conditions Performance and Power Balance in Near-Field RegionF.G. Bogdanov, R.G. Jobava (EM Consulting and Software Ltd., Georgia);S. Frei (EMC Center AUDI AG, Germany) 249

Beam Waveguide for a Scanning Space RadiometerP. R. Foster (MAAS, UK); S. Min Tun (SMT Consultancies Ltd, UK);R. K. Child, M. E. Humphries (Sula Systems Ltd, UK) 253

Analysis of Fast Precessional Switching in Magnetic Thin FilmsM. d'Aquino, C. Serpico, G. Miano (University of Naples "Federico II", Italy);W. Scholz, T. Schrefl (Vienna University of Technology, Austria) 257

Efficient Capacitance Calculations for PEEC Circuit AnalysisJ. Mao, J. L. Drewniak (University of Missouri-Rolla, USA);G. Antonini, A. Orlandi (University ofL 'Aquila, Italy) 261

The Electrical Field Distribution on a Model Heart when a Microwave Antenna is Placed inside itL. Nickelson, S. Asmontas, K. Pozela (Semiconductor Physics Institute, Lithuania);V. Engelson (Linkoping University, Sweden) 265

3D Modeling and Circuit Model Extraction of Vias in Multilayer Printed Circuit BoardsG. Selli, J. Zhang, J. L. Drewniak (University of Missouri-Rolla, USA); M. Lai, A. De Luca,A. Ciccomancini, G. Antonini, A. Orlandi (University ofL 'Aquila, Italy);B. Archambeault (IBM Co, USA); J. Fan, J. L. Knighten (NCR Corporation, USA) 269

Numerical Investigation of Open Microstrip Lines with Two-Layer Semiconductor-DielectricSubstrateL. Nickelson, M. Tamosiunene, S. Asmontas (Semiconductor Physics Institute, Lithuania) 273

Anomalous Selective Transparency of Many-Mode Surface-Corrugated WaveguidesF. M. Izrailev, N. M. Makarov (Universidad Autonoma de Puebla, Mexico) 277

Effect of Surface Scattering on Excitonic Spectrum in Quantum WellsN. Atenco-Analco, N. M. Makarov, F. Perez-Rodriguez (Universidad Autonoma de Puebla, Mexico) 281

Implementation of Bi-CGSTAB(7) for Fast and Efficient Analysis of Electromagnetic ProblemsM. R. Zunoubi (State University of New York, USA); A. A. Kishk (The University of Mississippi, USA) 285

Measurement of Surface States by Optical Patterns Produced by Laser Scattering and DiffractionT. Inari, N. Aoki (Kinki University, Japan) 289

3-D Finite Element Analysis of Surface Permanent Magnet Motor Using Soft Magnetic CompositesY. Kawase, T. Yamaguchi T. Okouchi (Gifu University, Japan);G. Nord (Hogands AB., Sweden); K. Kanno (Hogands Japan K.K., Japan) 293

Design Study of 3D FDTD/FIT Dedicated Computer on FPGAH. Kawaguchi, S. Matsuoka (Muroran Institute of Technology, Japan) 297

Advanced Simulation of Microstrip Patch Antenna Using Artificial Neural NetworksA. Toscano, L. Vegni (Universita Roma Tre, Italy) 301

A Fast AMG Solver for Electromagnetic Finite Edge-Element Analyses on SharedMemory Parallel ComputersT. Mifune, T. Iwashita, M. Shimasaki (Kyoto University, Japan) 305

Coupling of a Gaussian Beam into a Planar Slab Waveguide using the Mode Matching MethodM. Stallein, C. Kolleck, G. Mrozynski (University of Paderborn, Germany) 309

Electromagnetic Field Produced by a Pair of Parallel Leaky Cables in a TunnelM. Piette , R.Van Thienen, S. Collin (Royal Military Academy, Belgium);P. Delogne (Universite Catholique de Louvain, Belgium) 313

Performance Evaluation of 3D Packaging Structures with Quasi-Static Analysis andCircuit Level ModelingA. Renko (Nokia Research Center, Finland); M. Uusimaki (Nokia Mobile Phones, Finland) 317

The Use of Finite Elements in Microweave HeatingT. Maghiar, T. Leuca, C. Molnar, L. Bandici (University ofOradea, Romania) 321

Investigations on the Iterative Solution of Complex Symmetric Systems Arising in Electro-QuasistaticU. Schreiber, U. van Rienen , H. R. Arndt (Rostock University, Germany) 325

Comparison of Methods to Calculate Iron Losses Caused by Harmonic Fields in Rotating MachinesK. Yamazaki, S. Watari (Chiba Institute of Technology, Japan) 329

Different Approaches to Parabolic-Cylinder DiffractionA. Thain, D. Ellacott (BAE Systems, UK); J. Fozard (OCIAM, UK) 333

Methods for Identification of Preisach Model from MeasurementsM. Sjostrom (Mid-Sweden University, Sweden) 337

3D Interpolation Using Cellular Neural NetworksC. Grava, A. Gacsadi, C. Gordan, T. Maghiar, A. Grava, R. Reiz (University ofOradea, Romania) 341

Neural Network Applications at the JET TokamakJ. Svensson, R. W. T. Konig (Max Planck Institute for Plasma Physics, Germany);M. von Hellermann (Euratom Association, The Netherlands) 345

The Study of the Drying of Wood in a Microwave FieldT. Leuca, L. Bandici, C. Molnar (University ofOradea, Romania) 349

About the Electromagnetic Field Computation in the Induction Heating SystemsT. Leuca, M. Arion (University ofOradea, Romania) 353

Null-Field Method with Discrete Sources in Light Scattering Simulation of non-Trivial ParticlesJ. Hellmers, T. Wriedt (Universitdt Bremen, Germany) 357

Light Scattering from Erythrocyte: Discrete Sources Method ModelE. Eremina, T. Wriedt (Universitdt Bremen, Germany); Y Eremin (Moscow State University, Russia) 361

Modeling of Light Scattering from Particles of Extreme Shapes Based on the Discrete Sources MethodE. Eremina, T. Wriedt (Universitdt Bremen, Germany); Y Eremin (Moscow State University, Russia) 365

Utilisation of Finished Elements Method Inside a Microwave Oven with a Plastic CasingD. Soprani, T. Maghiar, M. Pantea, N. Maghiar, L. Moldovan,A. Grava (University ofOradea, Romania) 369

An Eigenvalue Hybrid FEM Formulation for 2D Open Structures Using Mixedtype Node/Edge Elements and a Cylindrical Harmonics ExpansionP.C. Allilomes, G.A. Kyriacou (Democritus Univ. of Thrace, Greece) 373

Scattering by Dielectric Strips on a Dielectric Layer of Finite ThicknessE.Marx (National Institute of Standards and Technology, USA) 311

2D or 3D FDTD for Photonic Crystal Waveguides Modeling?D. Castaldini, R. Zoli, P. Bassi (University of Bologna, Italy); A. Parini,G. Bellanca (University ofFerrara, Italy) 381

Divergence Removing Multigrid Smoothers for the Curl-Curl Equations of the DiscreteElectromagnetismM. Clemens, S. Feigh, T. Weiland (Technische Universitdt Darmstadt, Germany) 385

Reduced Coupling of Electromagnetic Waves to Transmission Lines Due to Radiation EffectsD. A. Larrabee (East Stroudsburg University, USA) 389

Analysis of Anisotropic Waveguides Using Higher-Mixed-Order Finite ElementsA. V. Brovko (Saratov State University, Russia); G.A. Kyriacou (Democritus Univ. of Thrace, Greece) 393

A 2-D Finite Difference Frequency Domain (FDFD) Eigenvalue Method for Orthogonal CurvilinearCoordinatesC. S. Lavranos, G. A. Kyriacou (Democritus University of Thrace, Greece);J. N. Sahalos (Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, Greece) 397

Analysis of Wave Scattering in 3D Anisotropic Structures Using Hierarchical Curvilinear VectorFinite ElementsA. V. Brovko (Saratov State University, Russia);G.A. Kyriacou (Democritus University of Thrace, Greece) 401

A Dual-Frequency with Orthogonal Polarization Ku-band Multilayer Microstrip Antenna ElementG. C. Michail, N. K. Uzunoglou (National Technical University of Athens, Greece) 405

Power Characteristics of Radiators in Multilayered Dielectric StructuresM. Sabirov, I. Sourkova, V. Sourkov, V.Bodrov (Moscow Power Engineering Institute, Russia);M. Koledintseva (University of Missouri-Rolla, USA) 409

A Strategy for Iron Losses SeparationN. J. Batistela, F. B. R. Mendes, N. Sadowski, P. Kuo-Peng,J. P. A. Bastos (Universidade Federal de Santa Catarina, Brazil) 413

Singular Value Decomposition Applied to Wire AntennasP. Neocleous, E. R. Pike (Kings College London, UK);G. deVilliers (Qinetiq Ltd. UK) 417

Periodic Rejection Band Structures in Sub-Wavelength RegimeJ. Bonache,F. Martin, J. Garcia (Universitat Autonoma de Barcelona, Spain); F. Falcone, T. Lopetegui, M.Sorolla (UniversidadPublica de Navarra, Spain); J. Martel,R. Marques (Universidad de Sevilla, Spain) 421

EM Fields of an Azimuthal Rotationally Symmetric Ring Current in the Presence of a Dielectric ConeA. H. Kamel (Ain Shams University, Egypt); E. Niver (New Jersey Institute of Technology, USA) 425

Preserving Passivity and Causality in Transmission Lines MacromodelsN. Nakhla, R. Achar, M. Nakhla (Carleton University, Canada);A. Dounavis (University of Western Ontario, Canada) 429

Metrological and Transient Analysis of Combined Instrument Transformer Coupledwith FEM-3D Magnetic Field StudyM. Cundeva, L. Arsov (Ss. Cyril & Methodius University, Macedonia) 433

Measurement of Ultra-Short Solitary Electromagnetic PulsesE. Gescheidtova, M. Steinbauer, P. Fiala (Brno University of Technology, Czech Republic) 437

A Modified Perturbation Method for Two-Dimensional Time Harmonic Impedance TomographyD. G. Drogoudis, G. A.Kyriacou (Democritus University of Thrace; Greece);J. N. Sahalos (Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, Greece) 441

Resonant Frequencies of Circular and Ring Patch Antennas Printed on PartiallyMagnetized Ferrite SubstratesA. A. Mavridis, G. A. Kyriacou (Democritus University of Thrace; Greece);J. N. Sahalos (Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, Greece) 445

GPR for Hand Held Mine DetectionD. Daniels (ERA Technology, UK) 449

HH/VV Polarization Ratio for Signals Backscattered from 2-D Smooth SurfacesI. M. Fuks (Zel Technologies, USA) 453

Horn Antennas Analysis Using a Hybrid Mode Matching-Auxiliary Sources TechniqueS. Diamantis, A. P. Orfanidis, G. A.Kyriacou (Democritus University of Thrace; Greece);J. N. Sahalos (Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, Greece) 457

Use of Transmission Line Methods for Antenna Analysis and Wave PropagationN. Ida , R. Ciocan (The University of Akron, USA) 461

Calculations of Magnetic Nanostructure Hysteresis Loops for Modified Thin Film by Ion IrradiationsD. Bajalan, H. Hauser, P. L. Fulmek (Vienna University of Technology, Austria) 465

Performance of the FD-BPM with Higher Order Interpolation SchemesL'. Sumichrast (Slovak University of Technology, Slovakia) 469

A Modeling of Slot on the PCB Ground Plane by Using Genetic AlgorithmH. Hirayama, N, Kikuma (Nagoya Institute ofTechology, Japan);Y. Kami (The University of Electro-Communications, Japan) 473

A Discontinuous Galerkin Method for the Time-Domain Solution of 3D Maxwell'sEquations on Non-Conforming Locally Refined GridsS. Piperno, L. Fezoui (CERMCS-INRIA, France);N. Canouet, C. Dedeban (France Telecom R&D, France) All

High Power Microwave Amplifiers with Toroidal Helical Electron OrbitsR. A. Speciale (Research & Development Inc, USA) 481

New Artificial High-Permeability Material for Microwave ApplicationsP. Ikonen, S. I. Maslovski, S. A. Tretyakov, I. Kolmakov (Helsinki University of Technology, Finland) 485

Adaptive Transient Simulation of Field-Circuit Coupled Problems Including SwitchingCircuit ElementsG. Benderskaya, M. Clemens, H. De Gersem, T. Weiland (Technische Universitdt Darmstadt, Germany) 489

PEEC Method Dedicated to the Design of Electrical SystemsJ.P. Gonnet, V. Mazauric (Schneider Electric, France);E. Clavel, J. Roudet (Laboratoire d'Electrotechnique de Grenoble, France) 493

Multi-fold Ground Penetrating Radar Imaging and Classification of Buried Targets forEnvironmental ApplicationsM. Pipan, E. Forte, G. Dal Moro, M. Sugan, P. Gabrielli, I. Finetti (University of Trieste, Italy) 497

1800 MHz Radiofrequency Electromagnetic Fields Cause Energy-Dependent GenotoxicEffects in Human Promyelocytic HL-60 CellsR. Fitzner, R. Gminski, K. Schlatterer (Campus Benjamin Franklin, Germany) 501

The Detection Limit of MOS Structure Magnetic MicrosensorsG. Caruntu, C. Panait (Maritime University of Constantza, Romania) 505

Magnetic Microsensors in Monitoring and Warning Naval EquipmentG. Caruntu, C. Panait (Maritime University of Constantza, Romania) 509

Allocation Algorithm of Reserves on Extreme Sensitivity Criterion in Naval EquipmentG. Caruntu, C. Panait (Maritime University of Constantza, Romania); O. Dragomirescu (University"Politehnica " Bucharest, Romania) 513

Diffraction of an Electromagnetic Wave by a Dielectric ConeS. Berntsen (Aalborg University, Denmark) 517

Evaluation of Dynamic Hysteresis Losses by a Fourier Descriptor ApproachF. Riganti Fulginei, R. Russo, A. Salvini (Universita degli Studi "Roma Tre", Italy) 521

Modelling Steady-State Hysteresis by Analogue CircuitsA. Salvini, L. Ciarabelli (University of Rome "Roma Tre ", Italy);V. Bonaiuto (University of Rome "Tor Vergata", Italy) 525

Compact Lens Antenna for Automobile Anticollision Radar at 77 GHzC. Migliaccio, J. Y. Dauvignac, B.D Nguyen, C. Pichot (LEAT, France);J. L. Desvilles (France Telecom, France); L. Le-Coq (IETR, France) 529

Internal Quantum Efficiency of InGaN/GaN Multiple Quantum Well for Light- Emitting DiodeA. Sasaki, S. Shibakawa, S. Kataoka (Osaka Electro-Communication University, Japan);Y. Narukawa, T. Mukai (Nichia Corporation, Japan) 533

Some Aspects Regarding Inductive Heating Applications in order to Make the Magnetron DeviceT. Buidos, T. Maghiar, N. Maghiar, D. Soprani, M. Pantea (University ofOradea, Romania) 535

A Unified Approach for Modeling Arbitrary Thin Wires and Thin Slots in the FDTD MethodF. Edelvik, T. Weiland (Technische Universitdt Darmstadt, Germany) 539

A Comparison of Different Time-Domain Techniques for Wave Propagation ProblemsM. Cinalli, F. Edelvik, R. Schuhmann, T. Weiland (Technische Universitdt Darmstadt, Germany) 543

A New Optimisation-Based Methodology for Determination of Small-Signal EquivalentCircuit Model Parameters for a Si/SiGe HBT processH. Taher, D. Schreurs, A. Alabadelah, B. Nauwelaers (K.U.Leuven, div. ESAT-TELEM1C, Belgium);R. Gillon, E. Vestiel (AMI Semiconductors, Belgium) 547

3D Transient Calculation of an Induction Machine with Squirrel-Cage RotorC. Schlensok, G. Henneberger (Aachen University, Germany); C. Kaehler (Bosch Rexroth AG, Germany) 551

A Microsystem for Urodynamic MonitoringN. Viarani, M. Gottardi, A. Simoni (ITC-irst, Italy) 555

The Mueller Scattering Matrix Elements for Cylindrical StructuresH. Yousif (University of Pittsburgh, USA) 559

Modeling Long-Haul WDM Transmission in Nonlinear Optical Fibers Using aFast Split-Step Wavelet Collocation MethodW. Freude, N. Goncharova, C. Poulton (University of Karlsruhe, Germany);T. Kremp (Aachen University of Technology, Germany) 563

Efficiency Determination of a Brushless DC Motor Under Field Weakening OperationB. Boukais (University of Mouloud Mammeri, Algeria);H. Zeroug (University of Sciences and Technology, Algeria) 567

A Novel 30-percent Bandwidth Horn for Dual-band ApplicationH. Deguchi, M. Tsuji, H. Shigesawa (Doshisha University, Japan) 571

CODESTAR WP4, Test - StructuresE.Seebacher, G. Rappitsch, Z. Huszka, W. Pflanzl, K. Molnar (Austriamicrosystems AG, Austria);M. Stucchi (IMEC, Belgium) 575

Mathematical Modelling of Electromagnetic Wave Interaction with a Thin Penetrable DefectZ. Nazarchuk (National Academy of Sciences of Ukraine, Ukraine) 579

Practical issues of Model Order Reduction with Krylov-subspace methodsP. Heres (Eindhoven University of Technology, The Netherlands);W. Schilders (Philips Research Laboratory, The Netherlands) 583

Miniaturisation of Cardiovascular DevicesTh. Kink, H. Reul (Helmholtz - Institute, Germany) 587

Controlled Antenna Design Method Based on the Use of Characteristic ModesM. Cabedo-Fabres, E. Antonino-Daviu, A. Valero-Nogueira,M. Ferrando-Bataller (Universidad Politecnica de Valencia, Spain) 591

Enhanced Millimeter Wave Transmission Through Quasioptical Subwavelength Patterned StructuresM. Beruete, M. Sorolla (UniversidadPublica de Navarra, Spain); I. Campillo,J. S. Dolado (Labein Centro Tecnologico, Spain); L. Martin-Moreno (Universidad de Zaragoza, Spain);F. J. Garcia-Vidal (Universidad Autonoma d Madrid, Spain) 595

A Circuit Approach to Design Braking Rings for High Power WoofersA. Salvini, L. Fontanesi (Universita "Roma Tre", Italy) 599

A Fast and Accurate Method for the Analysis of Leaky-Wave Modes in Multilayered PlanarOpen Parallel-Plate WaveguidesJ. L. Gomez Tornero, A. Alvarez Melcon, F. Quesada Pereira (Technical University ofCartagen.a Spain) 603

Classification of Buried Objects from Series of Aligned Hyperbolic Arcs or "Pendants"in Radar Scans: Estimating a Buried Pipe DiameterP. Falorni, L. Capineri (University of Florence, Italy); C.G. Windsor 607

Transmission Line with Random Parameters Investigation by Linear and ParabolicApproximation TechniquesG. Becherini (Accademia Navale di Livorno Italy) 611

Efficient Optimization of High Speed Interconnects using Parameterized Model Reduction TechniquesA. Jerome, S. K. Roy, P. Gunupudi, M. Nakhla (Carleton University, Canada) 615

Analysis of Characteristics of Optical Waveguide Devices Constructed byTwo-Dimensional Photonic CrystalsH. Ikuno, Y. Naka (Kumamoto University Japan) 619

Comparison of Different Formulations for Eddy-Current Computations in an Induction FurnaceD. van Riesen, G. Henneberger (Aachen University, Germany);C. Kaehler (Bosch Rexroth AG, Lohr, Germany) 623

Time Domain Numerical Simulation Method Based on EFIE and MFIE for Axis-SymmetricStructure ObjectsH. Kawaguchi, K. Fujita (Muroran Institute of Technology, Japan) 627

Progress in disruption forecasting at JET using neural networksB. Cannas, A. Fanni, M.K. Zedda (Universita di Cagliari, Italy);P. Sonato (Consorzio RFXPadova, Italy) 631

Characterization of a GTEM Cell Designed for the SAR Evaluation in in Vitro ExperimentsM. Bozzetti, G. Calo, A. D'Orazio, M. De Sario, L. Mescia, V. Petruzzelli,F. Prudenzano (Politecnico di Bari, Italy) 635

Channel Information capacity Estimation for Mutually Coupled Transmission AntennaS. Krusevac, P. Rapajic (The University of NSW, USA); R. Kennedy (RS1SE, ANU, Australia) 639

A Microwave Interferometer with Imaging Capability for Remote Measurements of DisplacementsM. Pieraccini, G. Luzi, D. Mecatti, M. Fratini, F. Parrini, C. Atzeni (University of Florence, Italy);G. Pinelli (IDS S.p.A., Italy) 643

No-Contact Penetrating Radar for Cultural Heritage Applications: a Case Study inPalazzo Vecchio (Firenze)M. Pieraccini, G. Luzi, D. Mecatti, M. Fratini, C. Atzeni (University of Florence, Italy);G. Pinelli (IDS S.p.A., Italy) 647

Weierstrass' Solutions to Certain Nonlinear Wave and Evolution EquationsH. W. Schuermann (University of Osnabrueck, Germany); V.S. Serov (University ofOulu, Finland) 651

Methods for the Evaluation of Possible Biological Effects of Electromagnetic FieldsE. Comino (Politecnico di Torino, Italy); P. Zryd, E. Alasonati, Y. Saidi (University ofLausanne Switzerland); P. Zweiacker, F. Rachidi (Swiss Fed. Inst. of Technology Switzerland) 655

New Discretisation Scheme for Frequency Domain ElectromagneticsL. Bolla (University ofUdine, Italy); T. Felici (LambdaTek, Oxford, UK) 659

Detection of Human Breathing and Heartbeat by Remote RadarS. I. Ivashov, V. V. Razevig, A. P. Sheyko,I. A. Vasilyev (Bauman Moscow State Technical University, Russia) 663

Magnetic Nanostructure In Thin Film Multi-LayerD. Bajalan, H. Hauser, P. L. Fulmek (Vienna University of Technology Austria) 667

Development of Time-Domain Models for Nondestructive TestingN. Ida, R. Ciocan (The University of Akron USA) 671

Electromagnetic Analysis of Resistive Transition in Superconducting CablesL. Bottura (CERN, Switzerland); F. Villone (Univ. di Cassino, Italy);W. Zamboni (Univ. "Federico II", Napoli, Italy) 675

Mode Matching Methods for Photonic Crystal Field CalculationsA. S. Sudb0 (University of Oslo Norway) 679

Selected Results of Conductor R&D from the SULTAN Test FacilityP. Bruzzone (CRPP-EPFL, Switzerland) 683

Current Distribution Measurement in CICC CablesA. Formisano, R. Martone (Seconda Universita di Napoli, Italy) 687

A Transmission Line Model for Radiated Susceptibility of Wiring Harness in Closed EnvironmentsG. Spadacini, S. A. Pignari (Politecnico di Milano, Italy); F. Marliani (European SpaceResearch and Technology Centre, The Netherlands); F. Canavero (Politecnico di Torino, Italy) 691

Integrated 2-D Radar Tomography and Multi-Fold Ground Penetrating Radar forNon-Invasive Rock Mass CharacterizationM. Pipan, E. Forte, G. Dal Mora, M. Sugan, P. Gabrielli, I.Finetti (University of Trieste, Italy) 695

Development of HTS Coils for Power ApplicationsA. Matrone, M. Ariante, V. Cavaliere, M. Mariani, G. Masullo, E. Petrillo, R. Quarantiello (CRIS, Italy) 699

Estimation of Crosstalk in Coupled Microstrip LinesD. Bellan, S. A. Pignari (Politecnico di Milano, Italy); A. Musolino, M. Raugi (University of Pisa, Italy) 703

Light Scattering as a Tool to Study Opal-Based Photonic CrystalsS. G. Romanov, C. M. Sotomayor Torres (University ofWuppertal, Germany) 707

Nanopillars Photonic Crystal WaveguidesD. N. Chigrin A. V. Lavrinenko C. M. Sotomayor Torres (University ofWuppertal Germany) 711

New Trends in ECT Applications from the MADEND ProjectE. Coccorese, F. C. Morabito, M. Versaci, S. Calcagno, M. Buonsanti(Universita' di Reggio Calabria, Italy);E. Cardelli, A. Faba, (Universita' di Perugia, Italy); P. Di Barba, A. Savini (Universita' di Pavia, Italy);A. Formisano, R. Martone , M. Cioffi, F. Ferraioli(5econc/i3 Universita' di Napoli, Italy);G. Rubinacci, A. Tamburrino, S. Ventre, M. Morozov, F. Villone (Universita'di Cassino, Italy);A. Stella, F. Trevisan, P. Bettini, R. Specogna (Universita' di Udine, Italy) 115

On Using Finite-Differences in Optical Pulse Propagation ModelingS. Zentner Pilinsky, Z. Sipus (University of Zagreb, Croatia);L. Sumichrast (Slovak University of Technology, Slovakia) 719

A New Procedure for the Evaluation of Electromagnectics Potentials Inside Circular CavitiesP. Vera-Castejon, F. D. Quesada-Pereira, J. L. Gomez-Tornero,A. Alvarez-Melcon (Technical University of Cartagena Spain) 723

Light Diffusion in a Multimode Optical Fiber with a Rough SurfaceE. I. Chaikina, G. A. Navarrete, S. Stepanov, E. R. Mendez (Centro de Investigacion Cientifica y deEducacion Superior de Ensenada, Mexico) T. A. Leskova (University of California, Irvine, USA) 111

Direct and Inverse Electromagnetic Methodologies: the Proposal of MADENDProject for ECT AnalysisF. C. Morabito, M. Versaci, S. (Universita'diReggio Calabria, Italy);E. Cardelli, A. Faba, (Universita' di Perugia, Italy); P. Di Barba, A. Savini (Universita' di Pavia, Italy);A. Formisano, R. Martone , M. Cioffi, F. Ferraioli (Seconda Universita' di Napoli, Italy);G. Rubinacci, A. Tamburrino, S. Ventre, M. Morozov, F. Villone (Universita'di Cassino, Italy);A. Stella, F. Trevisan, P. Bettini, R. Specogna (Universita' di Udine, Italy) 731

Design of the Real-Time Neural Network Control System for the DIII-D Plasma Fusion ReactorA. B. Trunov (Intelligent Optical Systems, Inc., USA) 735

Frequency Mixing of Two Microwaves Carried in an Optical Carrier by Means of a PhotodiodeM. Akaike (Tokyo University of Science, Japan) 739

An Italian experience on stepped frequency GPRG. Alberti, L. Ciofaniello, G. Galiero, M. Sacchettino (Consortium for Research on AdvancedRemote Sensing Systems, Italy); R. Persico (CNR, Italy) 743

Using Neural Networks for the Calculation of the Multilayered Shielded Green's FunctionsJ. Pascual-Garcia, F. D. Quesada-Pereira, D. Cafiete-Rebenaque,A. Alvarez-Melcon (Technical University of Cartagena, Spain) 747

PCB Edge Board Effects on Differential High Speed Transmission LinesA. Argouarch, T. Zak (Thales Airborne System Brest, France);M. Drissi (IETR CNRS UMR 6164INSA Rennes, France) 751

Source Decomposition by Genetic Algorithm for Space ApplicationsM. Baroni, F. Marliani (European Space Agency, The Netherlands);M. Buzzo Margari (Politecnico di Torino, Italy) 755

Study of Magnetostriction Effects in Electrical MachineryO. A. Mohammed, S. Liu, S. Ganu (Florida International University, USA) 759

Physical Modeling Study of Electrical MachineryO. A. Mohammed, S. Liu, Z. Q. Liu (Florida International University, USA) 763

PEEC Equivalent Circuits for Dispersive DielectricsG. Antonini (University of L'Aquila, Italy); A. E. Ruehli (IBMResearch Division, USA);A. Haridass (IBM Server Division, USA) 161

Scattering Frequencies of a Thin Rectangular Dielectric CylinderY. Shestopalov (Karlstad University, Sweden) 111

Homogeneous Magnet Design Using Genetic AlgorithmsA. Ciesla, B. Garda, M. Solek (AGH University of Science and Technology, Poland) 775

Some Relevant Issues in Subsurface Prospecting within Distorted Born ApproximationF. Soldovieri, R. Persico (CNR, Italy) 779

Microwave Imaging of Thin Metallic CylindersR. Pierri, A. Liseno, J. Romano (Seconda Universita di Napoli, Italy) 783

Modelling of Liquid Crystal Diffraction DevicesF. A. Fernandez, R. James, S. E. Day (University College London, UK);O. A. Peverini, D. Olivero, C. Oldano (Politecnico di Torino, Italy) 787

Automatic Optical Inspection for the Detection of Printing Shift in Printed Circuit BoardL. Liturri, G. Brunetti (Politecnico di Bari, Italy) 791

New Electric Devices Common for Both Cancer Treatment and Life ElongationH. Kikuchi (Institute for Environmental Electromagnetics, Japan);Y. Nagai (Shonan Institute of Technology, Japan) 795

Electromagnetic Scattering From Chiral MediaA. Elsherbeni, M. Al Sharkawy (University of Mississippi, USA);V. Demir, E. Arvas (Syracuse University USA); S. Mahmoud (Kuwait University) 799

Continuous Intraocular Pressure Monitoring SystemR. Giannetti, S. Lizon Martinez, J. L. Rodriguez Marrero (Universidad Pontificia Comillas Madrid, Spain);B. Tellini (Universita degli Studi di Pisa, Italy) 803

Joint FDTD Forward Simulation/Real Data Inversion for Cross Hole GPR ProcessingC. Camerlynck, F. Rejiba (Universite Pierre-et-Marie Curie Paris, France) 807

Extended Electromagnetic Theory: New Solutions of Old ProblemsB. Lehnert (Royal Institute of Technology, Sweden) 811

Biomedical Applications of Fluxgate SensorsP. Ripka (Czech Technical University, Praha, Czech Republic) 815

Cosmic Black-Body Radiation in Plasma UniverseD. K. Callebaut (University of Antwerp, Belgium) 819

Non-Uniform Equilibrium and Stability of an Infinite Newtonian GravitatingMedium with Cosmological ConstantD. K. Callebaut, A. K. Callebaut, G. K. Karugila (University of Antwerp, Belgium) 823

Plasma Stability up to Higher Orders Including its Magnetic EffectsD. K. Callebaut, G. K. Karugila (University of Antwerp, Belgium) 827

Roles of EHD, MHD and (T)HD in Tornadic ThunderstormsH. Kikuchi (Institute for Environmental Electromagnetics, Japan) 831

Effect of Trace Subdivision on the Computation of Power Spectral DensitiesE. Marx (National Institute of Standards and Technology, USA) 835

Estimation of Electromagnetic Environment near the High Voltage Power AutotransformersM. Y. Belushkin, V. V. Klokov, V. A. Katanaev (Maritime State University, Russia);N. V. Silin, A. B. Popovich (Far Eastern State Technical University, Russia) 839

Stability Analysis of a Passive MAGLEV SystemR. Rizzo (University of Pisa, Italy) 843

Semiconductor Chemical and Biochemical SensorsW. Torbicz, D. G. Pijanowska (Polish Ac. of Sciences, Poland) 847

Advanced Electromagnetic Compatibility Concepts and Activities for Environmentaland Biomedical ApplicationsJ. A. Bracco, P. Burrascano, E. Cardelli, A. Faba, A. Massinelli, M. Pompei,E. Raschi (University of Perugia, Italy) 851

Laboratory Modeling of Dispersion of Radiowaves by Meteoric TracesE.T. Protasevich, V.I. Shishkovsky (Tomsk Politechnical University, Russia) 855

Wiener-Hopf Analysis of Patch Antennas Printed on Anisotropic SubstratesG. A. Kyriacou (Democritus University of Thrace, Greece) 859

Wiener-Hopf Analysis of the Electromagnetic Waves Radiation from a CircularWaveguide Cavity: Vector Diffraction ProblemD. B. Kuryliak, Z. T. Nazarchuk (National Academy of Sciences of Ukraine, Ukraine);K. Kobayashi (Chuo University, Japan); S. Koshikawa (Antenna Giken Co., Ltd. Japan) 863

Rigorous Techniques for Solution of Wave Diffraction Problems by Conical Screens. Field PatternAnalysisD. B. Kuryliak, Z. T. Nazarchuk (National Academy of Sciences of Ukraine, Ukraine);K. Kobayashi (Chuo University, Japan); S. Koshikawa (Antenna Giken Co., Ltd. Japan) 867

Diffraction of Two Dimensional High Frequency Electromagnetic Waves by a Locally PerturbedTwo Part Impedance PlaneM. Idemen (Isik University, Istanbul, Turkey) A. Alkumru (Gebze Institute of Technology, Turkey) 871

Electromagnetic Characteristics of Micro Fabry-Perot Resonator Consisting of Dielectric StructuresY. Miyazaki (Aichi University of Technology, Japan) 875

Electromagnetic Fields from Devices, Installations, and Systems in Protection ofHumans in Occupational EnvironmentH. Anioiczyk (Nofer's Institute of Occupational Medicine, Poland) 879

Dual Band Antenna with Minimalization of Radiation toward HeadM. Wnuk (Military University of Technology, Poland);R. Kubacki (Military Institute of Hygiene and Epidemiology, Poland) 883

TEM Localized Waves Within the Framework of the Charge-Current Wave TheoryI. M. Besieris (VPI&SU, USA); A. M. Shaarawi (The American University in Cairo, Egypt) 887

Localized Waves and RelativityP. Saari (University of Tartu, Estonia) 891

Simulation Analysis of Radio Propagation in Big Areas using a Parallel FDTD Algorithmfor Broadband Wireless CommunicationY. Miyazaki (Aichi University of Technology, Japan);G. Rodriguez, N. Goto (Toyohashi University of Technology, Japan) 893

Localized Waves Exhibiting Slow Missile-like Decay Rates: Can they be Generated?A. M. Shaarawi (The American University in Cairo, Egypt); I. M. Besieris (VPI&SU, USA);M. A. Maged (Giza Systems Co., Egypt) 897

Space-Time Array Processing Based on Coded Ultra-Wideband-Impulse WaveformsM. G. M. Hussain (Kuwait University, Kuwait) 901

The Integration of Libraries in the NumLab Visual Programming Environment forElectro-MagneticsJ. Maubach, R. Rook (Technical University of Eindhoven, The Netherlands) 905

EM Cancer Detection by Means of Nonlinear Resonance InteractionA. Meessen (Universite Catholique de Louvain, Belgium); C. Vedruccio (University ofUrbino, Italy) 909

Non-linear Electromagnetic Behaviour of Power Cables: Frequency Domain Analysisversus Time Domain AnalysisL. Battistelli, A. Geri (Universita degli Studi di Roma "La Sapienza", Italy) 913

In Situ Dielectric Characterization of Tuff for Masonry Microwave TomographyA. Brancaccio, D. Sglavo, R. Pierri (Seconda Universita di Napoli, Italy), F. Soldovieri (IREA CNR, Italy),G. Leone (Universita diReggio Calabria, Italy) 917

Design of a System for the Energization of MagnetoRheological FluidsR. Rizzo, N. Sgambelluri (University of Pisa, Italy) 921

Assesment of Linear System Iterative-Solvers Applied to Photonics Device SimulationsK. Claudio, H. E. Hernandez-Figueroa, M. de Freitas Gomes Hernandez (UniversidadeEstadual de Campinas, Brasil) 925

Diffraction by a Set of Three Parallel Impedance Half-Planes with the One Amidst Located in theOpposite DirectionA. Buyukaksoy, G. Cinar (Gebze Institute of Technology, Turkey) 929