Microwave Lab in Saudi Arabia

Overview

Microwave Lab provides a complete microwave test bench for studying Reflex Klystron and Gunn Diode characteristics, SWR, waveguide behavior, and antenna measurements. ASFAN supports lab planning, equipment supply, installation, commissioning, and training resources so each learning space is practical, safe, and ready for repeated academic use. Adapted for universities, technical colleges, laboratories, and research centers in Saudi Arabia.

Equipment Photos

Key Equipment (9 Items)

• Universal Microwave Bench
• Reflex Klystron: Study of Characteristics, Frequency, Guide Wavelength & Free Space Wavelength, SWR & Reflection Coefficient, Impedance of a Load, and Gunn Diode Experiments
• Gunn Diode: Study of Characteristics, Frequency, Guide Wavelength & Free Space Wavelength, SWR & Reflection Coefficient, Impedance of a Load, and Dielectric Constant / Phase Shift / Q of a Cavity Experiments
• Measure Dielectric Constant of Solids
• Measure Dielectric Constant of Liquids
• Measure Phase Shift
• Measure Q of a Cavity
• Study Magic Tee, E & H Plane Tees, Directional Coupler, Isolators & Circulators
• Measure the Polar Pattern & Gain of Horn Antennas

Practical Skills

• Set up, operate, and safely shut down each trainer using standard lab procedures
• Take accurate readings and record experiment results in a structured lab notebook
• Interpret measured data and relate it back to the underlying engineering theory
• Troubleshoot basic wiring and connection faults under instructor supervision
• Prepare practical lab reports suitable for coursework assessment

Applications / Training Outcomes

• University and polytechnic electrical / electronics engineering programs
• ITI and vocational training centers building practical lab capacity
• Instructor-led demonstrations paired with individual student experiments
• Graduation projects, applied research, and skills-competition preparation