A numerical model for multilayered microstrip phased-array antennas

Author

Bhattacharyya, Arun K.

Author_Institution

Hughes Space & Commun., Los Angeles, CA, USA

Volume

44

Issue

10

fYear

1996

fDate

10/1/1996 12:00:00 AM

Firstpage

1386

Lastpage

1393

Abstract

A numerical model is presented to analyze multilayered microstrip infinite phased-array antennas. The model is based on modular approach where each layer is considered as a module characterized by its generalized scattering matrix. The individual scattering matrices are combined in appropriate sequence to yield the overall scattering matrix and the impedance matrix of the structure. Accuracy of the model is verified by comparison with available measured and computed results. The major advantages of the model are outlined in the conclusion

Keywords

S-matrix theory; antenna feeds; antenna phased arrays; antenna theory; electric impedance; microstrip antenna arrays; computed results; generalized scattering matrix; impedance matrix; infinite phased-array antennas; measured results; model accuracy; modular approach; multilayered microstrip phased-array antennas; numerical model; slot fed antenna array; Antenna feeds; Couplings; Dielectrics; Frequency selective surfaces; GSM; Microstrip antenna arrays; Microstrip antennas; Moment methods; Numerical models; Phased arrays;

fLanguage

English

Journal_Title

Antennas and Propagation, IEEE Transactions on

Publisher

ieee

ISSN

0018-926X

Type

jour

DOI

10.1109/8.537333

Filename

537333