WSQ: Automating Microwave Design: Challenges and Solutions

Presentation Abstract
Despite the automation of many processes in the engineering world, microwave circuit design still remains very much an "art" rather than a "science". However, recent developments in intelligent algorithms, artificial intelligence, and machine learning make the automation of microwave circuit design a potential breakthrough of epic proportions. The ability to automatically design circuits meeting goal specifications would allow improved designs and more efficient use of designer time. This workshop discusses facets of automated circuit design, including the motivation for automated microwave design, the limitations of artificial intelligence, how automation can be placed in the design workflow, and applications of automated design to different potential microwave application spaces. The workshop will conclude with a panel session of all speakers to discuss the way forward in microwave design automation.