Systematic Design of Wideband Single-Layer Microstrip 180° Hybrid Couplers Using a Novel Topology
This paper presents two compact, wideband (4–9 GHz) single-layer microstrip 180° hybrid couplers utilizing a novel topology that combines Wilkinson-based and five-port power dividers with phase-shifting networks to achieve excellent broadband performance, high isolation, and low amplitude and phase imbalances.