Title :
Finite array effects on the patch element pattern, mutual coupling and input impedance
Author :
Fralich, R. ; Wang, J. ; Litva, J.
Author_Institution :
Commun. Res. Lab., McMaster Univ., Hamilton, Ont., Canada
Abstract :
Measured results are provided to demonstrate how patch element performance varies in a small, eight-element array environment as compared with an isolated patch antenna. Element patterns, mutual coupling, and input impedance in the finite array environment were investigated. The measured elemental patterns and input impedances are compared with those for a single, isolated patch element.<>
Keywords :
antenna radiation patterns; electric impedance measurement; microstrip antennas; microwave antenna arrays; finite array; input impedance; isolated patch element; measurements; mutual coupling; patch element pattern; patch element performance; small antenna array; Apertures; Bandwidth; Coaxial components; Impedance measurement; Lighting; Microstrip; Mutual coupling; Performance analysis; Phased arrays; Testing;
Conference_Titel :
Antennas and Propagation Society International Symposium, 1990. AP-S. Merging Technologies for the 90's. Digest.
Conference_Location :
Dallas, TX, USA
DOI :
10.1109/APS.1990.115233
