Array and Phased Array Antenna Basics

Reflecting a growing interest in phased array antenna systems, stemming from radar, radio astronomy, mobile communications and satellite broadcasting, Array and Phased Array Antenna Basics introduces the principles of array and phased array antennas. Packed with first-hand practical experience and worked-out examples, this is a valuable learning tool and reference source for those wishing to improve their understanding of basic array antenna systems without relying heavily on a thorough knowledge of electromagnetics or antenna theory. Features a general introduction to antennas and explains the array antenna principle through discussion of the physical characteristics rather than the theory Explores topics often not covered in antenna textbooks, such as active element pattern, array feeding, means of phase changing, array antenna characterisation, sequential rotation techniques and reactively loaded arrays Guides the reader through the necessary mathematics, allowing them to move onto specialist books on array and phased array antennas with a greater understanding of the topic Supported by a companion website on which instructors and lecturers can find electronic versions of the figures An ideal introduction for those without a background in antennas, this clear, concise volume will appeal to technicians, researchers and managers working in academia, government, telecommunications and radio astronomy. It will also be a valuable resource for professionals and postgraduates with some antenna knowledge.

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Title of ebook: Array and Phased Array Antenna Basics
ISBN: 9780470871188
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons, Inc.
Internet download file size: 22173 kb
Pages: 376
Released online for download: 02-03-2006
Author of eBook: Visser, Hubregt

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Chapter One

Radiation

The key to understanding phased array antennas is to understand antennas and the key to understanding antennas is to understand electromagnetic radiation. In contrast to what is widely believed, one does not need to be a specialist in integro-differential equations and vector mathematics to grasp the mechanism of electromagnetic radiation. As in Faraday's time, a vast majority of educators prefers the rigor of a mathematical description to the insight of a physical understanding for explaining the mechanism of radiation. It is the author's belief though that the latter is needed first to form the basic understanding and once this understanding has been accomplished, the former may be used to develop this understanding and put it to practical use. For the basic understanding of electromagnetic radiation one only needs an understanding of electricity and magnetism at a level as educated in secondary school. By following the historical developm ... read full excerpt from Array and Phased Array Antenna Basics ebook

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