Title :
An iterative model for fractal antennas: application to the Sierpinski gasket antenna
Author :
Baliarda, Carles Puente ; Borau, Carmen Borja ; Rodero, Monica Navarro ; Robert, Jordi Romeu
Author_Institution :
Dept. of Signal Theory & Commun., Univ. Politecnica de Catalunya, Barcelona, Spain
fDate :
5/1/2000 12:00:00 AM
Abstract :
A simple model that explains the behavior of the Sierpinski fractal antenna is presented. This model shows that the multiband behavior of the Sierpinski fractal antenna is a consequence of its fractal nature. The model is applied to predict the behavior of the Sierpinski fractal antenna when the flare angle is modified and its validity is assessed by comparing its predictions with measured data
Keywords :
antenna radiation patterns; fractals; iterative methods; multifrequency antennas; Sierpinski fractal antenna; Sierpinski gasket antenna; flare angle; iterative model; multiband behavior; Antenna measurements; Current distribution; Dipole antennas; Fractal antennas; Gaskets; Impedance; Microstrip antennas; Predictive models; Transmission line antennas; Transmission line theory;
Journal_Title :
Antennas and Propagation, IEEE Transactions on
