Explore the fundamentals of wireless antennas in this 43-minute video lecture. Delve into electromagnetic wave propagation, EM wave spectrum, and power measurements in decibels. Learn to calculate overall gain, understand system losses including attenuation and mismatches, and examine reflection and absorption concepts. Investigate multipath problems and diversity solutions. Study isotropic radiation, beamwidth, and polarization. Discover various antenna types such as omnidirectional, patch, mast mount sectored, and Yagi antennas. Understand the Fresnel Zone and free space loss concepts, with a practical example across the Forth Rail Bridge. Gain essential knowledge for wireless communication systems and antenna design.
Wireless Antennas: Electromagnetic Wave Propagation and Antenna Types