| Group |
2016-4 |
Status |
completed |
| Title |
High gain millimeter wave antennas for imaging applications |
| Supervisor |
Dr. A. Sebak |
| Description |
Recently, there has been increasing interest in millimeter (mm)-wave antennas and devices for use in wireless communications, sensors and imaging systems. This project addresses challenges associated with the design and implementation of mm-wave antennas and how their performance can be measured, assessed and improved with a focus on their use in mm-wave imaging systems. This requires different levels of expertise in antenna modeling, radio-frequency circuits, system integration and antenna technology. To characterize and improve such mm-antennas and devices, we will use a proper measurement solution for mm-wave systems that includes fabrication and testing facilities. The work will include the selection of a design for the radiating elements and its modeling with appropriate software to determine the input impedance, radiation patterns, and gain. Then it will follow with prototyping and lab testing.
In this project students are involved in the implementation of mm-wave antennas in cooperation with one of Dr Sebak’s PhD students. In particular, students will work on different design and testing techniques for mm-wave antennas for short range wireless communication systems. Also, students will learn to work with different commercial software packages such as Agilent ADS and Ansoft HFSS.
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| Requirement |
Course background: ELEC453 (minimum one student) and ELEC456.
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| Tools |
Software: Agilent ADS or HFSS microstrip antenna design and simulation
Hardware: RT-Duriod substrate, SMA connectors, Film resistor
Test Equipment: RF generator, Network Analyzer, Antenna Chamber
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| Number of Students |
3-5 |
| Students |
Matthew D'Addario,Marco Di Pietro,Tess Orzechowska,
Taryn Teixeira-Bynoe,Romy Abou-Jaoude |
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