Planar Antenna: Design, Fabrication, Testing, and Application

This book discusses recent advancements in planar antenna design and their applications in various fields, such as space communication, mobile communication, wireless communication, and wearable applications. It highlights the potential of planar antennas in medical applications, but the use of bulky antenna systems limits their efficiency. The primary objective of antenna research is to reduce size and complexity, and the book will provide concepts, methods, and techniques to enhance performance parameters and address issues in designing antennas for IoTs and device-to-device communication.

Format: Hardback
Length: 386 pages
Publication date: 01 October 2021
Publisher: Nova Science Publishers Inc

This comprehensive book delves into the latest advancements in the field of planar antenna design and their diverse applications across various research domains, including space communication, mobile communication, wireless communication, and wearable applications. Planar antennas find significant use in medical applications such as microwave imaging, medical implants, hyperthermia treatments, and wireless wellness monitoring. Despite their immense potential, these applications often rely on bulky antenna systems, limiting their efficiency and practical usability. The central focus of recent antenna research is to significantly reduce the size and complexity of these antennas. Traditionally, students, scholars, and researchers have primarily engaged in mathematical modeling and pattern measurements in simulated environments. Our objective is to empower academic and industry researchers, as well as advanced students and lecturers in electronics, electrical, and instrumentation engineering, with the knowledge and skills to conduct measurements in real-world environments.

In this book, we will introduce key concepts, methods, and techniques in planar antenna design, aimed at improving performance parameters and exploring applications in the Internet of Things (IoT) and device-to-device communication. We will explore the latest advancements in antenna structure design, including structures with defected ground, multiple-input multiple-output (MIMO), and fractal design. Additionally, we will provide detailed guidance on resolving common issues in antenna design and offer practical strategies for designing conformal and miniaturized antenna structures for diverse applications.

By presenting comprehensive coverage of planar antenna design, this book serves as a valuable resource for students, researchers, and professionals seeking to stay updated with the latest developments in this field. It equips readers with the necessary tools and knowledge to design and implement efficient and effective planar antennas for a wide range of applications, ultimately contributing to the advancement of communication technologies.

Weight: 678g
ISBN-13: 9781536198980