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Old November 26th 07, 05:47 PM posted to rec.radio.amateur.antenna
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Richard Fry wrote:
"John Smith" wrote
The original question centered around why Mr. Vincent would test a 1/2
DLM ...


What is a 1/2 DLM?

Half-wave dipoles don't require good r-f grounds to radiate well. They
are
balanced radiators. All monopoles (including the DLM) do, however.

RF


A half wave DLM is one which consists of a 1/2 wavelength radiator ...
google it; or, Vincents patent contains VERY complete data on the
construction of one--he tested it, also, at the Navy complex.

I thought this was the one Arts' original post addressed ...

Regards,
JS