This book describes both theoretical and practical aspects of advanced broadband patch antennas, providing a comprehensive review of the state of the art in the field. Modern antenna techniques are discussed for single patches, dual linear and circular polarizations designs, and arrays used in mobile communications. Includes 88 equations, 115 figures, and 200 references.
Inhaltsverzeichnis
Part 1 General background: microstrip structures; waves on microstrips; microstrip lines; significant advantages; main design problems. Part 2 Microstrip antennas: patch resonators; antenna feeds; simple models; broadbanding. Part 3 SSFIP principle: description of structure; material properties; design principles; examples of realization. Part 4 Theoretical developments: Maxwell's equations; potentials and wave equations; free space Green's function; boundary conditions; stratified Green's function; method of moments; mixed potential integral equation; finite size antenna. Part 5 Dual polarization antennas: definitions; scattering matrix; dual polarization; circular polarization. Part 6 Antenna arrays: periodic arrays; broadside arrays; shaped beams. Part 7 Fabrication techniques: the substrate; metallization; photolithographic process; feed layout design. Part 8 Measurement techniques: circuit measurements; antenna measurements; substrate properties; near fields.
