Antenna Theory

Catalog description

The primary objective is to study the fundamental principles of antenna theory applied to the analysis and design of antenna elements and arrays including synthesis techniques and matching techniques. Topics include antenna parameters, linear antennas, array theory, wire antennas, microstrip antennas, antenna synthesis, aperture antennas and reflector antennas. The course involves design projects using some commercial EM software such as ANSYS HFSS. Measurement techniques for antenna input and radiation characteristics will be discussed and illustrated with the use of network analyzers, and spectrum analyzers in an anechoic chamber.