Introduction to Antenna - Equivalent Circuit, Types & Applications

Introduction to Antenna:

Definition of antenna, working principle of antenna, types of antenna, Thevenin's Equivalent circuit of antenna, antenna impedance and its applications

  • Antenna is simply defined as a metallic rod / wire used for transmitting / receiving radio waves
  • Antennas play a prominent role in wireless communication
  • Types of Antennas:
    • Linear wire antennas
      • Ex: Dipole, Helical Antenna, Loop Antenna
    • Aperture Antennas
      • Ex: Horn Antenna
    • Lens Antennas
      • Ex: Concave / Convex Antenna
    • Array Antennas
      • Yagu Uda Array, Patch Array
    • Microstrip Antennas
  • Applications of Antennas:
    • Antennas are widely used in wireless communication
      • Mobile Communication
      • Satellite Communication
      • Wireless LAN
    • Radio & Television Broadcasting
    • RADAR Tracking System
    • Point-to-Point Communication, etc.,

Youtube video for this lecture is available: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZZarpssr_M8&list=PLMpCSwrw7iRG_UJgF7aUV4QhHwT0TVDRi&index=1

Comments