Calculate NEXT & FEXT Voltages for Lossless Line

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In summary, we can calculate the NEXT and FEXT voltages using the equations provided in the problem statement and the given values for the line and mutual parameters. The NEXT voltage has a magnitude of 0.1625 V and the FEXT voltage has a magnitude of 0.070 V. We can also sketch the waveforms of these voltages as a function of time.
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Homework Statement


A transmission line is formed by two identical parallel tracks in a printed
circuit board, as depicted in FIGURE 5. The line has a length of 50 mm
and all line terminations are of 70 Ω. The line can be assumed to be
lossless.
(a) Use equations (4) and (5) from the lesson to calculate the magnitude
of the NEXT and FEXT voltages generated in the victim conductor
when the source voltage, Vin, in the aggressor conductor is a voltage
step of 2 V with a rise time of 100 ps.

(b) Sketch the NEXT and FEXT waveforms.

You may find the following relationship helpful in answering this
question:

For a lossless line:

The characteristic impedance is given by

Zo = squroot(L/C)

and the velocity of propagation by:

Vp = 1/squroot(LC)

where and are, respectively, the line's inductance and
capacitance per metre length.

Note that the Vs voltage at the input to the aggressor conductor is

Vs = Vin (Rin/(Rin+Zo)

where L and C are, respectively, the line's inductance and
capacitance per metre length.

Line inductance 400 nH per m
Line capacitance 80 pF per m
Mutual inductance 80 nH per m
Mutual capacitance 10 pF per m

Homework Equations



KNE = Vp/4(CmZo+Lm/o)

VNE = KNE [Vs(t) - Vs(t-2td)]VFE = KFE l(δ/δt)[Vs(t-td)]

KFE = 1/2(CmZo -(Lm/Zo))

The Attempt at a Solution


so far I have Zo = 70.71Ω
Vp = 176776695 m/s#
KNE = 0.08125

0.5Vin(t) = Vs(t)

td = l/Vp =282.8 ps

which gives
Vs(t)-Vs(t-2td)=0.5(Vin(t)-Vin(t-565.7 ps))

from then on I am stuck..

Any help would be appreciated.
 
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Hi there,

To calculate the NEXT and FEXT voltages, we can use the equations given in the problem statement:

KNE = Vp/4(CmZo+Lm/Zo)

VNE = KNE [Vs(t) - Vs(t-2td)]

VFE = KFE l(δ/δt)[Vs(t-td)]

KFE = 1/2(CmZo -(Lm/Zo))

First, let's calculate the characteristic impedance and velocity of propagation using the given values:

Zo = squroot(L/C) = squroot(400 nH/80 pF) = 70.71 Ω

Vp = 1/squroot(LC) = 1/squroot(400 nH * 80 pF) = 176,776,695 m/s

Next, we can calculate the NEXT and FEXT coefficients using the above equations:

KNE = Vp/4(CmZo+Lm/Zo) = 176,776,695/4(10 pF*70.71Ω+80 nH/70.71Ω) = 0.08125

KFE = 1/2(CmZo -(Lm/Zo)) = 1/2(10 pF*70.71Ω -(80 nH/70.71Ω)) = 0.035

Now, we can calculate the NEXT and FEXT voltages using the following equations:

VNE = KNE [Vs(t) - Vs(t-2td)] = 0.08125 [2 V - 2 V(t-565.7 ps)]

= 0.1625 V(t-565.7 ps)

VFE = KFE l(δ/δt)[Vs(t-td)] = 0.035 * (100 ps)^-1 * 2 V = 0.070 V

Therefore, the NEXT voltage is 0.1625 V(t-565.7 ps) and the FEXT voltage is 0.070 V.

To sketch the waveforms, we can plot the NEXT and FEXT voltages as a function of time. The NEXT voltage will have a step-like shape with a magnitude of 0.1625 V at t = 565.7 ps. The FEXT voltage will have a pulse-like shape with a magnitude of 0.070 V
 

What is NEXT and FEXT?

NEXT (Near End Crosstalk) and FEXT (Far End Crosstalk) are measurements of the interference between two pairs of twisted wires in a transmission line. NEXT measures the interference at the near end of the line, while FEXT measures the interference at the far end of the line.

Why is it important to calculate NEXT and FEXT voltages?

Calculating NEXT and FEXT voltages is important because it allows engineers to determine the level of interference between adjacent pairs of wires in a transmission line. This information is crucial for ensuring the quality and reliability of the transmission line.

How do you calculate NEXT and FEXT voltages?

NEXT and FEXT voltages are calculated using the coupling coefficient and the attenuation constant of the transmission line. The coupling coefficient is a measure of how much energy from one pair of wires is coupled to another pair, while the attenuation constant is a measure of the signal loss along the transmission line.

What is a lossless line?

A lossless line is a transmission line that has no resistance, capacitance, or inductance. In other words, it is a perfect conductor with no energy losses along its length. This is an idealized model that is often used in calculations for transmission lines.

What factors affect NEXT and FEXT voltages?

The main factors that affect NEXT and FEXT voltages are the physical separation between the pairs of wires, the frequency of the signal, and the length of the transmission line. Other factors such as the type of cable and the presence of external interference can also impact these voltages.

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