Adaptive array antenna: A type of antenna array in which the phase and/or amplitude of the radio frequency signal applied to each antenna element is adjusted in real-time to achieve a desired radiation pattern or gain.
Antenna angle of arrival/departure: The angle at which an electromagnetic wave arrives or departs from an antenna, measured relative to the plane of the antenna.
Antenna aperture efficiency: A measure of how effectively an antenna converts the power supplied to it into radiation.
Antenna array synthesis: The process of designing the physical layout and excitation of an antenna array to achieve a desired radiation pattern or gain.
Antenna beam squint correction: A technique used to align the direction of maximum radiation of an antenna with the axis of the antenna.
Antenna beam squint: A phenomenon in which the direction of maximum radiation of an antenna is not aligned with the axis of the antenna.
Antenna beamwidth correction factor: A factor used to correct the measured beamwidth of an antenna to account for the effects of the measurement system.
Antenna beamwidth correction: A technique used to correct the measured beamwidth of an antenna to account for the effects of the measurement system.
Antenna beamwidth measurement: The process of measuring the width of the main lobe of an antenna’s radiation pattern.
Antenna beamwidth reduction factor: A factor used to reduce the measured beamwidth of an antenna to account for the effects of the measurement system.
Antenna beamwidth reduction: A technique used to reduce the width of the main lobe of an antenna’s radiation pattern to increase the gain in a specific direction.
Antenna beamwidth: The width of the main lobe of an antenna’s radiation pattern, typically measured in degrees.
Antenna factor calibration: The process of determining the antenna factor of an antenna using a known source.
Antenna factor: A measure of the relationship between the voltage measured at the terminals of an antenna and the incident electric field.
Antenna frequency agility control: A technique used to control the ability of an antenna to operate across a range of frequencies quickly and with minimal loss of performance.
Antenna frequency agility enhancement: A technique used to improve the ability of an antenna to operate across a range of frequencies quickly and with minimal loss of performance.
Antenna frequency agility measurement: The process of measuring the ability of an antenna to operate across a range of frequencies quickly and with minimal loss of performance.
Antenna frequency agility: The ability of an antenna to operate across a range of frequencies quickly and with minimal loss of performance.
Antenna frequency band control: A technique used to control the frequency band over which an antenna operates.
Antenna frequency band measurement: The process of measuring the range of frequencies over which an antenna can operate effectively.
Antenna frequency band optimization: A technique used to achieve the best performance of an antenna over a specific frequency band.
Antenna frequency band selection: The process of selecting the frequency band over which an antenna will operate.
Antenna frequency band: A range of frequencies over which an antenna can operate effectively.
Antenna frequency bandwidth control: A technique used to control the range of frequencies over which an antenna can operate effectively without significant loss of performance.
Antenna frequency bandwidth measurement: The process of measuring the range of frequencies over which an antenna can operate effectively without significant loss of performance.
Antenna frequency bandwidth optimization: A technique used to achieve the best performance of an antenna over a specific range of frequencies without significant loss of performance.
Antenna frequency bandwidth: The range of frequencies over which an antenna can operate effectively without significant loss of performance.
Antenna frequency diversity control: A technique used to control the ability of an antenna to operate effectively over multiple frequency bands or frequencies simultaneously.
Antenna frequency diversity enhancement: A technique used to improve the ability of an antenna to operate effectively over multiple frequency bands or frequencies simultaneously.
Antenna frequency diversity measurement: The process of measuring the ability of an antenna to operate effectively over multiple frequency bands or frequencies simultaneously.
Antenna frequency diversity: The ability of an antenna to operate effectively over multiple frequency bands or frequencies simultaneously.
Antenna frequency reconfigurability control: A technique used to control the ability of an antenna to change its operating frequency quickly and easily.
Antenna frequency reconfigurability enhancement: A technique used to improve the ability of an antenna to change its operating frequency quickly and easily.
Antenna frequency reconfigurability measurement: The process of measuring the ability of an antenna to change its operating frequency quickly and easily.
Antenna frequency reconfigurability: The ability of an antenna to change its operating frequency quickly and easily.
Antenna frequency response analysis: The process of analyzing the variation of an antenna’s parameters with frequency to understand its behavior.
Antenna frequency response compensation: A technique used to adjust an antenna’s parameters to achieve a desired behavior across a range of frequencies.
Antenna frequency response control: A technique used to control the variation of an antenna’s parameters with frequency.
Antenna frequency response measurement: The process of measuring the variation of an antenna’s parameters with frequency.
Antenna frequency response optimization: A technique used to achieve the best performance of an antenna across a range of frequencies.
Antenna frequency response: The variation of an antenna’s parameters, such as gain, impedance, or radiation pattern, with frequency.
Antenna frequency reuse control: A technique used to control the ability to use the same frequency band for multiple antennas in a given area.
Antenna frequency reuse factor control: A technique used to control the number of times a frequency band can be used in a given area to increase the capacity of the system.
Antenna frequency reuse factor measurement: The process of measuring the ratio that represents the number of times a frequency band can be used in a given area.
Antenna frequency reuse factor optimization: A technique used to achieve the best performance by maximizing the number of times a frequency band can be used in a given area.
Antenna frequency reuse factor: A ratio that represents the number of times a frequency band can be used in a given area.
Antenna frequency reuse measurement: The process of measuring the ability to use the same frequency band for multiple antennas in a given area.
Antenna frequency reuse optimization: A technique used to achieve the best performance by using the same frequency band for multiple antennas in a given area.
Antenna frequency reuse: The ability to use the same frequency band for multiple antennas in a given area to increase the capacity of the system.
Antenna frequency scanning accuracy: The degree of agreement between the intended and actual frequency of operation during the frequency scanning process.
Antenna frequency scanning control: A technique used to control the operating frequency of an antenna during the frequency scanning process.
Antenna frequency scanning measurement: The process of measuring the behavior of an antenna across a range of frequencies.
Antenna frequency scanning range: The range of frequencies over which the frequency scanning process can be performed.
Antenna frequency scanning resolution: The smallest frequency interval that can be achieved during the frequency scanning process.
Antenna frequency scanning system: A system that includes mechanical and/or electronic components used to change the operating frequency of an antenna.
Antenna frequency scanning: The process of changing the operating frequency of an antenna to explore its behavior across a range of frequencies.
Antenna noise figure: A measure of the noise performance of an antenna, typically measured in decibels.
Antenna noise temperature: A measure of the noise power generated by the antenna and its associated components, typically measured in kelvins.
Antenna null fill: A technique used to increase the gain of an antenna in a specific direction by adding additional antenna elements or by adjusting the phase and/or amplitude of the signals applied to the existing elements.
Antenna pattern null control: A technique used to reduce or eliminate the region of low radiation intensity in the radiation pattern of an antenna.
Antenna pattern null depth control: A technique used to reduce or eliminate the region of low radiation intensity in the radiation pattern of an antenna.
Antenna pattern null depth measurement: The process of measuring the level of radiation intensity at the minimum point in the radiation pattern of an antenna.
Antenna pattern null depth: The level of radiation intensity at the minimum point in the radiation pattern of an antenna.
Antenna pattern null fill: A technique used to increase the gain of an antenna in a specific direction by adding additional antenna elements or by adjusting the phase and/or amplitude of the signals applied to the existing elements.
Antenna pattern null measurement: The process of measuring the region of low radiation intensity in the radiation pattern of an antenna.
Antenna pattern null width control: A technique used to reduce or eliminate the region of low radiation intensity in the radiation pattern of an antenna.
Antenna pattern null width measurement: The process of measuring the angular width of the region of low radiation intensity in the radiation pattern of an antenna.
Antenna pattern null width: The angular width of the region of low radiation intensity in the radiation pattern of an antenna.
Antenna pattern null: A region of low radiation intensity in the radiation pattern of an antenna.
Antenna phase array: A type of antenna array in which the phase of the radio frequency signal applied to each antenna element is adjusted to achieve a desired radiation pattern or gain.
Antenna phase center: The point in an antenna where the phase of the electromagnetic waves is constant and can be used as a reference point for antenna measurements.
Antenna phase shift: The difference in phase between two signals, can be used to steer the radiation pattern of an antenna array.
Antenna polarization control: A technique used to control the direction of the electric field of the radio waves emitted or received by an antenna.
Antenna polarization cross-talk control: A technique used to control the coupling of energy between different polarizations in an antenna.
Antenna polarization cross-talk measurement: The process of measuring the coupling of energy between different polarizations in an antenna.
Antenna polarization cross-talk reduction: A technique used to reduce the coupling of energy between different polarizations in an antenna.
Antenna polarization cross-talk: The coupling of energy between different polarizations in an antenna.
Antenna polarization diversity control: A technique used to control the ability of an antenna to operate effectively with multiple polarizations simultaneously.
Antenna polarization diversity enhancement: A technique used to improve the ability of an antenna to operate effectively with multiple polarizations simultaneously.
Antenna polarization diversity gain control: A technique used to control the increase in signal strength achieved by using multiple polarizations simultaneously.
Antenna polarization diversity gain enhancement: A technique used to improve the increase in signal strength achieved by using multiple polarizations simultaneously.
Antenna polarization diversity gain measurement: The process of measuring the increase in signal strength achieved by using multiple polarizations simultaneously.
Antenna polarization diversity gain: The increase in signal strength achieved by using multiple polarizations simultaneously.
Antenna polarization diversity measurement: The process of measuring the ability of an antenna to operate effectively with multiple polarizations simultaneously.
Antenna polarization diversity: The ability of an antenna to operate effectively with multiple polarizations simultaneously.
Antenna polarization measurement: The process of measuring the direction of the electric field of the radio waves emitted or received by an antenna.
Antenna polarization mismatch loss control: A technique used to control the loss in signal strength caused by a mismatch between the polarizations of the transmitting and receiving antennas.
Antenna polarization mismatch loss measurement: The process of measuring the loss in signal strength caused by a mismatch between the polarizations of the transmitting and receiving antennas.
Antenna polarization mismatch loss reduction: A technique used to reduce the loss in signal strength caused by a mismatch between the polarizations of the transmitting and receiving antennas.
Antenna polarization mismatch loss: The loss in signal strength caused by a mismatch between the polarizations of the transmitting and receiving antennas.
Antenna polarization purity control: A technique used to control the degree to which the polarization of an antenna’s radiation is pure or consistent.
Antenna polarization purity enhancement: A technique used to improve the degree to which the polarization of an antenna’s radiation is pure or consistent.
Antenna polarization purity measurement: The process of measuring the degree to which the polarization of an antenna’s radiation is pure or consistent.
Antenna polarization purity: The degree to which the polarization of an antenna’s radiation is pure or consistent.
Antenna polarization switching control: A technique used to control the ability of an antenna to switch between different polarizations quickly and easily.
Antenna polarization switching enhancement: A technique used to improve the ability of an antenna to switch between different polarizations quickly and easily.
Antenna polarization switching measurement: The process of measuring the ability of an antenna to switch between different polarizations quickly and easily.
Antenna polarization switching: The ability of an antenna to switch between different polarizations quickly and easily.
Antenna polarization: The direction of the electric field of the radio waves emitted or received by an antenna.
Antenna Q-factor: A measure of the quality factor of an antenna, which is a dimensionless parameter that describes the energy stored in the antenna compared to the energy lost per cycle.
Antenna radiation intensity: A measure of the power density of the electromagnetic radiation emitted by an antenna, typically measured in watts per square meter.
Antenna Rotation: The process of rotating an antenna about its axis, can be used to change the direction of maximum radiation of the antenna.
Antenna side lobe control: A technique used to reduce the level of the side lobes of an antenna’s radiation pattern to improve the directivity of the antenna.
Antenna side lobe level: The level of the side lobes of an antenna’s radiation pattern, typically measured in decibels relative to the main lobe.
Antenna side lobe measurement: The process of measuring the level of the side lobes of an antenna’s radiation pattern.
Antenna side lobe suppression: A technique used to reduce the level of the side lobes of an antenna’s radiation pattern to improve the directivity of the antenna.
Antenna temperature: A measure of the total power received by an antenna, including both the signal power and the noise power.
Antenna tilt adjustment: The process of adjusting the tilt angle of an antenna to change the direction of maximum radiation.
Antenna tilt angle: The angle between the boresight of an antenna and the antenna mount, can be used to change the direction of maximum radiation of the antenna.
Antenna tilt control: A device or mechanism used to adjust the tilt angle of an antenna to change the direction of maximum radiation.
Antenna tilt error: The difference between the intended tilt angle of an antenna and the actual tilt angle, can affect the direction of maximum radiation of the antenna.
Antenna tilt measurement: The process of measuring the tilt angle of an antenna to determine the direction of maximum radiation.
Antenna tilt stabilization system: A system that includes mechanical and/or electronic components used to maintain a constant tilt angle of an antenna to keep the direction of maximum radiation constant.
Antenna tilt stabilization: A technique used to maintain a constant tilt angle of an antenna to keep the direction of maximum radiation constant.
Antenna tilt: The angle at which an antenna is tilted from the vertical, can be used to change the direction of maximum radiation of the antenna.
Antenna Aperture: The opening or the opening area of an antenna which allow the electromagnetic waves to enter or exit the antenna.
Antenna array: A group of antennas that are physically arranged in a specific configuration to achieve a desired radiation pattern or gain.
Antenna Azimuth and Elevation: Azimuth is the horizontal angle measured in a plane perpendicular to the antenna, while elevation is the vertical angle measured relative to the horizon.
Antenna beamforming: a technique used to shape the radiation pattern of an antenna array to achieve a desired gain or directivity.
Antenna bi-directional: Antennas that can radiate or receive electromagnetic waves in two opposite directions.
Antenna Boresight: The direction of maximum radiation of an antenna.
Antenna Broadside array: A type of antenna array in which the elements are arranged such that the radiation patterns of the elements are added together in a direction that is perpendicular to the plane of the array.
Antenna Coaxial cable: A type of transmission line consisting of a central conductor, an insulating layer, and a braided shield, typically used to connect antennas to radio equipment.
Antenna Coaxial connector: A type of electrical connector used to connect the antenna to the transmission line or feeder cable, typically used in RF applications.
Antenna Co-location: The placement of multiple antennas in close proximity to each other.
Antenna Conformal antenna: An antenna that conforms to the shape of the surface on which it is mounted.
Antenna Cross-polarization: The polarization of the received or transmitted signal that is orthogonal to the intended polarization.
Antenna efficiency : the ratio of the power actually radiated by the antenna to the power supplied to the antenna terminals.
Antenna End-fire array: A type of antenna array in which the elements are arranged such that the radiation patterns of the elements are added together in a direction that is parallel to the plane of the array.
Antenna Filters: electronic devices used to remove unwanted frequency components from the signal before or after the antenna.
Antenna Folded dipole: A type of dipole antenna in which the two conductors are folded back on themselves to increase the impedance of the antenna.
Antenna Frequency selective surface (FSS): A type of surface that can selectively reflect or transmit electromagnetic waves of specific frequencies while absorbing or blocking others.
Antenna front-to-back ratio: The ratio of the power received by an antenna from the front to the power received from the back of the antenna.
Antenna gain vs directivity : Antenna gain is a measure of the power amplification provided by the antenna, while directivity is a measure of how much the antenna concentrates its energy in a specific direction.
Antenna gain vs efficiency: Antenna gain is a measure of the power amplification provided by the antenna, while efficiency is a measure of how much of the input power is actually radiated by the antenna.
Antenna Ground-plane: A flat surface or conductive material used as a reference point for the operation of an antenna.
Antenna half-power beamwidth: The angular width of the radiation pattern of an antenna at which the power is half the maximum power.
Antenna intermodulation: The generation of unwanted signals at the antenna due to the mixing of two or more signals of different frequencies.
Antenna Leaky wave antenna: A type of antenna in which a portion of the energy is allowed to “leak” out of the side of the antenna.
Antenna Log-periodic antenna: A type of antenna consisting of a series of dipole elements that are progressively larger or smaller and are connected in a logarithmic fashion.
Antenna matching: a technique used to match the impedance of the antenna to the impedance of the transmission line or feeder cable to maximize the power transfer between the two.
Antenna mutual coupling: a measure of the effect of one antenna on another when they are placed in close proximity to each other.
Antenna Near-field and Far-field: The near-field of an antenna is the region close to the antenna where the electromagnetic fields are affected by the physical size of the antenna, while the far-field is the region beyond the near-field where the radiation pattern becomes relatively constant.
Antenna noise temperature: a measure of the noise power generated by the antenna and its associated components, typically measured in kelvins.
Antenna pattern null: a region of low radiation intensity in the radiation pattern of an antenna.
Antenna polarization: The orientation of the electric field of the electromagnetic wave relative to a reference plane, can be linear (vertical or horizontal) or circular.
Antenna radiation resistance: The resistance that an antenna presents to the flow of electromagnetic energy, typically measured in ohms.
Antenna RCS (Radar Cross Section): A measure of how visible an object is to radar, typically measured in square meters.
Antenna Return loss: The ratio of the reflected power to the incident power, typically measured in decibels.
Antenna Scattering parameter: A measure of how an antenna interacts with the electromagnetic waves in its environment, typically measured as the ratio of reflected to incident power.
Antenna Self-complementary antenna: A type of antenna that has a radiation pattern that is the complement of its own physical structure.
Antenna side lobe level: The level of the side lobes of an antenna’s radiation pattern, typically measured in decibels relative to the main lobe.
Antenna Slot antenna: A type of antenna consisting of a slot cut into a metal surface that is used to radiate or receive electromagnetic waves.
Antenna Spatial filtering: A technique that uses multiple antennas to filter out signals arriving from specific directions.
Antenna Standing wave ratio (SWR): a measure of the mismatch between the antenna and the transmission line, typically measured as a ratio of the maximum to minimum voltage of the standing wave on the transmission line.
Antenna Traveling wave antenna: A type of antenna in which the current or voltage travels along the length of the antenna element.
Antenna Vivaldi antenna: A type of antenna consisting of a flared metal waveguide that is used to radiate or receive electromagnetic waves.
Antenna: A device that converts electrical energy into electromagnetic waves or vice versa.
Bandwidth: The range of frequencies over which an antenna can operate effectively.
Beamwidth: The width of the main lobe of an antenna’s radiation pattern, typically measured in degrees.
Bullet Point List All Antenna Terminology And Related Definitions.
dBd : A unit of measurement for the relative gain of an antenna, compared to a dipole antenna.
dBi : A unit of measurement for the relative gain of an antenna, compared to an isotropic (theoretical) antenna.
Dipole antenna: A type of antenna consisting of two conductors, typically metal rods, that are fed at the center and are equal in length and diameter.
Directivity: The ability of an antenna to focus energy in a specific direction.
Diversity antenna: A type of antenna system that uses multiple antennas at the receiver to improve communication performance by combining the signals from the antennas.
Far-field: The region beyond the near-field of an antenna, where the radiation pattern becomes relatively constant.
Feed point: The point where the antenna is connected to the transmission line or feeder cable.
Gain: The amount of power increase an antenna provides to a signal, usually measured in decibels (dB).
Ground plane: A flat surface or conductive material used as a reference point for the operation of an antenna.
Helix antenna: A type of antenna consisting of a helix-shaped metal conductor.
Horn antenna: A type of antenna consisting of a flared metal waveguide that is used to radiate or receive electromagnetic waves.
Impedance: The resistance to the flow of alternating current in an antenna, measured in ohms.
Isotropic antenna: A theoretical type of antenna that radiates or receives electromagnetic waves equally in all directions.
Loop antenna: A type of antenna consisting of a loop of metal conductor, that can be either circular or rectangular.
Microstrip antenna: A type of antenna consisting of a patch of metal on a dielectric substrate, with a metal ground plane on the other side of the substrate.
MIMO antenna: Multiple Input Multiple Output antenna, a type of antenna that uses multiple antennas at the transmitter and receiver to improve communication performance.
Monopole antenna: A type of antenna consisting of a single conductor, typically a metal rod, that is grounded at one end.
Near-field: The region close to an antenna where the radiation pattern is affected by the physical size of the antenna.
Omnidirectional antenna: A type of antenna that radiates or receives electromagnetic waves equally in all directions.
Parabolic antenna: A type of directional antenna consisting of a parabolic reflector and a feed horn.
Patch antenna: A type of antenna consisting of a flat metal surface, typically a patch of metal on a dielectric substrate.
Phased array antenna: A type of antenna array in which the phase of the radio frequency signal applied to each antenna element is adjusted to achieve a desired radiation pattern or gain.
Polarization: The orientation of the electromagnetic waves emitted by an antenna.
Radiation pattern: A graphical representation of the way an antenna radiates energy in different directions.
Reciprocity theorem: A principle stating that the behavior of an antenna is the same whether it is used for transmitting or receiving.
Resonance: The frequency at which an antenna can transfer maximum energy to or from an electromagnetic field.
Sidelobes: Secondary peaks in the radiation pattern of an antenna.
Wavelength: The distance between two consecutive points of a wave that are in the same phase.
Yagi antenna: A type of directional antenna consisting of a driven element, one or more reflectors, and one or more directors.
