Improvements in the performance of microstrip antennas on finite ground planes through ground plane edge serrations

G.H. Huff, J.T. Bernhard

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Abstract

This paper explores how edge serrations on a truncated ground plane affect the performance of a microstrip antenna. The investigation includes both simulations and measurements of a range of serration dimensions. Improvements in performance through ground plane edge serration include lower cross-polarization level, increased beam width, and slight impedance tuning compared to a microstrip antenna on a simple finite ground plane.
Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)308-310
Number of pages3
JournalIEEE Microwave and Wireless Components Letters
Volume12
Issue number8
DOIs
StatePublished - 2002
Externally publishedYes

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