Support Vector Multi-Regression and Equivalent 2D Modelling for 3D Antenna Array Synthesis

A novel 3D antenna array modelling and synthesis technique based on the support vector regression (SVR) framework and equivalent 2D modelling of 3D systems is presented. It allows taking into account all the real properties and behaviour of an antenna array, including coupling effects or non-idealities, and developing accurate models to be included in the synthesis schemes without increase of the complexity. Both 2D and 3D problems can be solved.