| 摘要 |
<p>A microwave applicator for applying electromagnetic radiation at microwave frequency comprises a coaxial input (5) for a microwave signal input, a waveguide (2) for receiving and propagating the microwave signal input, dielectric material (3) positioned within the waveguide (2) and extending beyond the waveguide to form an antenna (4) for radiating microwave energy, characterised in that the coaxial input (5) has direct in-line transition to the dielectric-filled waveguide. Preferably, this direct in-line transition is achieved by the central conductor (6) of the coaxial input extending axially centrally into the waveguide (2) so as to excite microwaves in the waveguide. A lateral conductor (8) extends radially from the central conductor (6) to assist the launch of the microwaves into the waveguide. Preferably, the applicator includes a temperature sensor (10) which is directly connected to the coaxial input (5).</p> |
