Input Impedance of TL
Zin = Z0*(ZL+jZ0*tan(beta*l))/(Z0+jZL*tan(beta*l)).
Input Impedance TL
Test your ability to apply the transmission line input impedance formula under various termination conditions.
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Q1.A lossless 50-ohm transmission line of length l is terminated in an open circuit. What is the input impedance Zin?
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