Antennas


Antennas are devices that transmit and receive electromagnetic waves. They are used in a wide variety of applications.

Factors affecting antenna selection:

  • Signal type: Different types of antennas are designed to receive different types of signals, such as radio waves, television waves, or cellular phone signals.
  • Frequency range: Antennas operate in a specific frequency range. You must choose an antenna that operates in the frequency range used by your application.
  • Directionality: Some antennas are directional and focus the signal in a specific direction, while others are omnidirectional and receive signals from all directions.
  • Gain: Antenna gain is a measure of its ability to amplify a signal. High-gain antennas are needed in applications where the signal is weak.
  • Size: The size of the antenna depends on the type of antenna, the frequency range, and the required gain.