Title :
Fun with the Friis free-space transmission formula
Abstract :
Four methods of deriving the Friis transmission formula are presented. The methods are the standard derivation, Fresnel optics derivation, Gaussian-beam derivation, and mode derivation.<>
Keywords :
antenna theory; microwave links; radiowave propagation; Fresnel optics derivation; Friis free-space transmission formula; Gaussian-beam derivation; antennas; microwave links; mode derivation; radiowave propagation; standard derivation; Gaussian processes; Laboratories; Load flow; Microwave technology; Radar antennas; Receiving antennas; Spirals; TV; Telephony; Transmitting antennas;
Journal_Title :
Antennas and Propagation Magazine, IEEE
