Planar Monopole Design Considerations Based on TLM Estimation of Current Density

TitlePlanar Monopole Design Considerations Based on TLM Estimation of Current Density
Publication TypeJournal Article
Year of Publication2003
AuthorsEvans, JA, Ammann, MJ
Journal TitleMicrowave and Optical Technology Letters
Volume36
Issue1
Pagination40-42
Journal Date01/2003
Abstract

It is shown that a section of the square planar monopole may be removed without significantly effecting antenna impedance or radiation performance. The proposed antenna forms a U-shaped monopole and offers lower weight, wind resistance, and cost.
URLhttp://www3.interscience.wiley.com/cgi-bin/fulltext/101524906/PDFSTART
DOI10.1002/mop.10664
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