Abstract
The radiation pattern of a monopole antenna with a small electromagnetic crystal (EMXT) reflector was investigated. High frequency structure simulations predict a considerable amount of near-field shielding with undisturbed antenna impedance matching when a perfect magnetic conductor reflector is positioned near the monopole. The pattern distortion created by the reflector gradually decreases, reaching a minimum in the far field. Experimental results show the monopole with an EMXT reflector. λ0/4 × λ 0/2 in size, produces a radiation pattern with a front-to-back ratio of 10.8 and 5.7 dB in the near and far fields, respectively.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 1096-1098 |
Number of pages | 3 |
Journal | Electronics Letters |
Volume | 39 |
Issue number | 15 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 2003 Jul 24 |
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Electrical and Electronic Engineering