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EXPERIMENT NO: 5
DATE:-
AIM: Design and optimize a 2 GHz dipole antenna in CST, analyzing performance parameters
like S-parameter, radiation pattern.
APPARATUS: CST Studio Student Version software
DIAGRAM:
PROCEDURE:
1. Calculate the Length of the Dipole Antenna
The most common formula for the resonant length of a half-wave dipole antenna is:
𝜆 𝑐
L= = 2 2𝑓
where:
• L is the total length of the dipole antenna (mm),
• c is the speed of light (3×108 m/s),
• f is the frequency (2 GHz).
2. Create a New Project in CST Studio
• Open CST Studio Suite and create a new project.
• Select "Microwave & RF" template and choose the "Antenna" design option.
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3. Define the Geometry of the Dipole Antenna
• Create the Dipole Arms: In the "3D Modeler," select "Cylinder" and draw a thin wire with
a length of 𝜆/2 mm (for the full dipole) and a small radius (0.35 mm).
4. Set Up Material Properties
• Assign the material properties for the dipole wire. For a typical dipole, use Copper as the
material.
• Assign air or vacuum as the material for the surrounding environment.
5. Define the Frequency Range
• Set the frequency range of the simulation, ensuring the range includes the f GHz resonance.
6. Run the Simulation
7. Analyze the Results
• Return Loss (S-parameters): Check the S-parameter plot for the dipole antenna’s
resonance. The return loss should ideally be below -10 dB at f GHz, indicating efficient
matching.
• Radiation Pattern: View the 3D and 2D radiation patterns to ensure the antenna is
radiating efficiently at the desired frequency.
CALCULATION:
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DIMENSIONS AND MATERIAL TYPE:
Cylinder:1 Dipole Cylinder:2 air-gap
SOFTWARE FIGURE:
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S-PARAMETER:
RADIATION PATTERN:
1-D Result
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3-D Result
CONCLUSION:
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