Minimization of flare dipole via shape optimization and matching circuits

A broadband planar dipole (flare dipole), radiating from 250 to 1000MHz range (Gain>0 dBi), is optimized by altering its shape and applying multistage L-C circuit optimization at its feeding port. After optimization the flare dipole performance is aimed to shift to 150 MHz (a 70% reduction in electrical size). Of particular interest is that this is done without use of materials.