Published March 26, 2023 | Version v1
Conference paper

On Small Antennas with Circular Polarization, Bandwidth Estimates and Design Considerations

Description

Circular polarization is an essential feature for small antennas designed to connect with satellite navigation systems. Here, a Q-factor optimization problem constrained with a circular polarization radiation requirement is formulated and solved. The constrained problem is shown to be solvable as fast as calculating the Q-factor bound without the constraint. Two antenna models are designed to assess the bounds. One aims for bandwidth, and the other for circular polarisation. The well-known relation between the Q-factor and the available bandwidth is used to evaluate the designs. The circularly polarised antenna is close to the bound and has a wide field of view. The Q-factor bound provides insight into desirable antenna positions on the small device.

Abstract

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Created:
April 14, 2023
Modified:
November 28, 2023