Title :
A new steerable Yagi antenna array for indoor applications
Author_Institution :
Microsoft Res., Redmond, WA
Abstract :
A new antenna with capabilities of beam steering for indoor communications is proposed. This design is based on the principle of a microstrip Yagi array. Front-to-back (F/B) ratios between 8-12 dB can be achieved which is crucial for rejecting signals in unintended directions. The structure is designed on a simple two-metal, single-dielectric layer board which is very suitable for industrial use. By using four switching elements, this antenna can cover an azimuth of 360deg.
Keywords :
Yagi antenna arrays; dielectric materials; microstrip antenna arrays; front-to-back ratios; indoor applications; microstrip Yagi array; single-dielectric layer board; steerable Yagi antenna array; two-metal board; Antenna arrays; Antenna feeds; Antenna radiation patterns; Communication system control; Directive antennas; Gratings; Microstrip antenna arrays; Microstrip antennas; Phased arrays; Yagi-Uda antennas;
Conference_Titel :
Antennas and Propagation Society International Symposium, 2008. AP-S 2008. IEEE
Conference_Location :
San Diego, CA
Print_ISBN :
978-1-4244-2041-4
Electronic_ISBN :
978-1-4244-2042-1
DOI :
10.1109/APS.2008.4618983
