Abstract: A microstrip patch antenna includes a plurality of radially extending perturbations about the perimeter of the patch. The flow of electromagnetic current progressing along the perimeter of the patch is perturbed and results in an effective electromagnetic diameter substantially greater than the actual physical diameter of the patch.
Abstract: A method and system of providing an antenna for a communication system is provided that has a LNA mounted above the modular patch antenna. The resulting SDARS antenna has an ultra-low profile providing a more acceptable size for the user while maintaining the antenna gain requirements.
Abstract: A method and system of providing an antenna for a communication system is provided that has a LNA mounted above the modular patch antenna. The resulting SDARS antenna has an ultra-low profile providing a more acceptable size for the user while maintaining the antenna gain requirements.