This text provides discussion of the modelling, testing and application of monopole antennas in free space and in proximity to flat earth, including topics on propagation, tuning stability, antenna range design, noise, ground-based high-frequency arrays, and electrically small antennas.
"Monopole Antennas" provides an industry standard for the modeling, testing, and application of airborne and ground-based monopole antennas. This book, with more than double the content of the author's previous, sold-out book, "Monopole Elements on Circular Ground Planes", includes structures in proximity to flat Earth in addition to those in free
The purpose of this research has been to investigate the behavior of electrically thick cylindrical antennas by obtaining experimental data on a physics counterpart of a theoretical dipole antenna model. The experimental apparatus, consisting of a monopole antenna driven over an image place by means of a coaxial line, was designed to allow for the measurement of antenna characteristics over a 0.1
Practical, concise and complete reference for the basics of modern antenna design Antennas: from Theory to Practice discusses the basics of modern antenna design and theory. Developed specifically for engineers and designers who work with radio communications, radar and RF engineering, this book offers practical and hands-on treatment of antenna theory and techniques, and provides its readers the skills to analyse, design and measure various antennas. Key features: Provides thorough coverage on the basics of transmission lines, radio waves and propagation, and antenna analysis and design Discusses industrial standard design software tools, and antenna measurement equipment, facilities and techniques Covers electrically small antennas, mobile antennas, UWB antennas and new materials for antennas Also discusses reconfigurable antennas, RFID antennas, Wide-band and multi-band antennas, radar antennas, and MIMO antennas Design examples of various antennas are provided Written in a practical and concise manner by authors who are experts in antenna design, with experience from both academia and industry This book will be an invaluable resource for engineers and designers working in RF engineering, radar and radio communications, seeking a comprehensive and practical introduction to the basics of antenna design. The book can also be used as a textbook for advanced students entering a profession in this field.
Ultrawideband (UWB) technology, positioned as the cutting edge of research and development, paves the way to meet the emerging demands set by broadband wireless applications, such as high-speed data transmission, medical imaging, short-range radars, electromagnetic testing, etc. This breathtaking resource builds upon the basics of UWB technology to provide a complete compilation of figures of merit along with a vital state-of-the-art of the different antenna alternatives that are to be employed according to the specific application. Without excessive recourse to mathematics, this volume emphasizes on the UWB antenna design and equips readers with practical prediction techniques based on simple formulas and models. The big picture of UWB antenna technology would not be complete without addressing its applications, and this will serve to provide consultants with key clues for slot market searching. Containing over 150 supporting illustrations and figures, this comprehensive overview of UWB technology, antenna design and applications is a vital source of information and reference for R&D organizations, researchers, practitioners, consultants, RF professionals and communication engineers.
Describes the VHF and UHF antennas for the 30-3000 Mhz range that have been developed over the past 50 years, including many designs that have not previously been treated in detail, and several new uses for old designs. Among the topics are methods of predicting and measuring the performance of antennas, and how it is affected by the local environment, both normal and adverse, and by the structures on which the antennas are mounted, both fixed and mobile (including humans). Addressed primarily to practicing antenna engineers; the basic theory is assumed to be known except for the less known types. Distributed by INSPEC. Annotation copyright by Book News, Inc., Portland, OR
Printed antennas, also known as microstrip antennas, have a variety of beneficial properties including mechanical durability, conformability, compactness and cheap manufacturing costs. As such, they have a range of applications in both the military and commercial sectors, and are often mounted on the exterior of aircraft and spacecraft as well as incorporated into mobile radio communication devices. Printed Antennas for Wireless Communications offers a practical guide to state-of-the-art printed antenna technology used for wireless systems. Contributions from renowned global experts within both academia and industry enable the reader to design printed antennas and associated technologies, and offer valuable insights into important breakthroughs in these areas. Divided into 3 sections covering fundamental wideband printed radiating elements for wireless systems, small printed antennas for wireless systems, and advanced concepts and applications in wireless systems. Provides experimental data and applies theoretical models to present design performance trends and to give the reader an in-depth coverage of the area. Presents summaries of different approaches used in solving wireless systems such as WPAN (wireless personal area network) and MIMO (multi-input/ multi-output), offering the reader an overall perspective of the pros and cons of each. Focuses on practical design, examples and ‘real world’ solutions. Printed Antennas for Wireless Communications offers an excellent insight on printed antennas from the theoretical to the practical; hence it will appeal to practicing design engineers within commercial and governmental/ military organistations, as well as postagraduate students and researchers in communications technology
This proposed book focuses on the design and development of printed antennas along with modeling aspects for multifaceted applications. It further investigates imperfections in the manufacturing processes and assembly operation during the testing/characterization of printed antennas. This text- Discusses in a comprehensive manner the design and development aspects of printed antennas. Provides fractal engineering aspects for miniaturization and wideband characteristics of the low-profile antenna with high performances. Covers high gain printed antenna for Terahertz application. Showcases electrical modeling of smart antennas. Pedagogical features such as review questions based on practical experiences are included at the end of each chapter. The book comprehensively discusses fractal engineering in printed antennas for miniaturization and enhancement of performance factors. It further covers the modeling of electrically small antennas, circuit modeling, modeling of factual-based Ultra-Wide Band antennas, and modeling of reconfigurable micro-electromechanical system-based patch antennas. The book highlights performance metrics of multiple-input-multiple-output antennas. It will serve as an ideal reference text for senior undergraduate, graduate students, and academic researchers in fields including electrical engineering, electronics, communications engineering, and computer engineering.
This work focuses on designing multiband-printed single/Multiple Input Multiple Output (MIMO) CP antennas for WLAN/V2X and NR Sub-6GHz 5G applications. It also delves into the design and implementation of a Four-Port MIMO antenna for wireless applications, addressing theoretical foundations and challenges. Additionally, the book explores critical aspects of software-defined radios (SDR), including modulation, signal processing, radio systems, TX/RX blocks, SDR-enabled phased arrays, and beam hopping techniques, with relevance to 5G, 6G, and IoT applications. Features: • Explores advancements in planar monopole antennas, including bandwidth enhancement techniques. • Analyzes innovative antenna design structures, like miniaturized and conformal monopole antennas; and discusses modeling and implementation. • Spotlights WLAN and Wi-Fi 6/6E antenna design for next-gen laptops with practical insights. • Addresses the use of triple-band antenna arrays for MIMO applications in laptops. • Focuses on planar antenna advancements for diverse wireless bands and applications. • Explores multiband-printed single/MIMO CP antennas for WLAN/V2X and NR Sub-6GHz 5G. • Covers the design and implementation of a Four-Port MIMO antenna for wireless applications, including theoretical foundations and challenges. • Explores SDR, modulation, signal processing, radio systems, TX/RX blocks, SDR-enabled phased arrays, and beam hopping techniques for 5G, 6G, and IoT applications. This book is aimed at graduate students and researchers in electrical and electronic engineering, antennas, and wireless communication systems.
This extensively revised and expanded edition of the Artech bestseller Mobile Antenna Systems Handbook puts the very latest technologies, design and analysis procedures, and applications at your command. It features all-new chapters on smart antennas, MIMO systems, and antennas for recently deployed mobile systems such as RFID, UWB, and terrestrial digital TV broadcasting, and provides a wealth of problem-solving guidance for tackling everything from propagation obstacles to SAR safety issues. Like the previous editions, this ultimate one-stop reference is designed to save you a mountain of work. You get hands-on expertise for every type of mobile antenna base station and terminal system, including its theory of operation, application strengths and weaknesses, performance characteristics, design procedures, analysis techniques, and optimization methods, complete with examples and worked-out calculations at every step. The material is further clarified with 567 diagrams, charts, and photos, bringing mobile antenna selection, design, and construction into clear focus. What's more, this resource includes a detailed glossary of antennas and their applications to help you zero in on the right antenna for any job with a flip of the page. From integrating MIMO antennas into handsets, to expanding system capacities with smart antennas, this information-packed resource helps you evaluate design and configuration options, locate crucial data and calculations, perform key analyses, and solve challenges standing in the way of your desired results. It serves as an indispensable reference, helping you design more powerful, versatile, and compact wireless mobile antenna systems.