Analysis of a Stacked Patch Antenna with Integrated Slots

Abstract

Microwaves antennas are being extensively used in multiple communication related applications. Out of which microstrip patch antennas are on the top of the ladder, because of its low profile, ease of installation and its compatibility with radio frequency devices. The paper deals with the design of an edge fed microstrip stacked patch antenna with integrated slots and the frequency of operation is C-band. The attributes such as impedance bandwidth, standing wave ratio, directivity and gain are observed for the stacked patch antenna with integrated slots and compared the same without stacked patch. Rogers RT Duroid 5870 is used as the substrate material for the antenna, with a dielectric constant of 2.33 and transmission line model equations are considered for determining the dimensions of the design. The above mentioned design is simulated using CST microwave studio.