研究目的
Investigating the design and optimization of a 2x1 microstrip antenna array for CubeSat communications using the flower pollination algorithm (FPA) to enhance performance in terms of return loss, gain, and impedance.
研究成果
The designed 2x1 microstrip antenna array achieves a gain of 9.06 dB and a return loss of -27.9663 dB at 2.5447 GHz, demonstrating good performance for CubeSat communications. Future work could explore circular polarization and improved power dividers.
研究不足
The study focuses on a 2x1 array and does not explore circular polarization or the use of more advanced power dividers like the Wilkinson divider, which could improve isolation and matching.
1:Experimental Design and Method Selection:
The study employs the flower pollination algorithm (FPA) for optimizing the antenna's angular inset-feed, its depth, and the antenna radius. The design is validated using FEKO electromagnetic software.
2:Sample Selection and Data Sources:
The substrate used is Duroid RT 5870, chosen for its mechanical stiffness and electrical properties suitable for CubeSat applications.
3:List of Experimental Equipment and Materials:
Duroid RT 5870 substrate, SMA connector, microstrip lines, and FEKO suite 7.0 software for simulation.
4:0 software for simulation.
Experimental Procedures and Operational Workflow:
4. Experimental Procedures and Operational Workflow: The design process involves optimizing the antenna parameters using FPA, followed by simulation in FEKO to validate the design's performance.
5:Data Analysis Methods:
The performance is evaluated based on return loss, gain, and impedance matching, with results compared to existing designs.
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