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HLP Antennas
Hi everyone,
I would like some help with the HLP (Hybrid Log-Periodic) Antennas if possible. I know nothing about antennas, yet I have a paper to write about HLP Antennas (characteristics, calibration and so on) and I didn't find anything about them. I found only datasheets for some of the HLP antennas (mostly from TDK). Would it be a start to search about log-periodic antennas and adapt the information? What would be the difference between them? Maybe it would sound like a stupid question to all of you, but I really don't know where to start. Can someone give me a bit of help? Thank you. |
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HLP Antennas
"Little_skip" wrote in message ... Hi everyone, I would like some help with the HLP (Hybrid Log-Periodic) Antennas if possible. I know nothing about antennas, yet I have a paper to write about HLP Antennas (characteristics, calibration and so on) and I didn't find anything about them. I found only datasheets for some of the HLP antennas (mostly from TDK). Would it be a start to search about log-periodic antennas and adapt the information? What would be the difference between them? Maybe it would sound like a stupid question to all of you, but I really don't know where to start. Can someone give me a bit of help? Thank you. -- Little_skip Hi Little You are really in luck. You say you have to write about an antenna but dont know anything about antennas. That implies that you now get to learn about antennas unless you are content with writing about things you "dont hnow anything about". Get the guy who is having you write to buy you a copy of EZNEC. You can model whatever antenna you want to get data on. Jerry KD6JDJ |
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"Little_skip" wrote in message ... Hi everyone, I would like some help with the HLP (Hybrid Log-Periodic) Antennas if possible. I know nothing about antennas, yet I have a paper to write about HLP Antennas (characteristics, calibration and so on) and I didn't find anything about them. I found only datasheets for some of the HLP antennas (mostly from TDK). Would it be a start to search about log-periodic antennas and adapt the information? What would be the difference between them? Maybe it would sound like a stupid question to all of you, but I really don't know where to start. Can someone give me a bit of help? Thank you. Little_skip Hybrid Log-Periodic refers to a Log-Periodic Dipole Array antenna that uses other types of elements in order to improve on some characteristic. One example would be the typical TV antennas that have a UHF Yagi with Corner Reflector using the same feed as the Log-Periodic elements. That example is a hybrid of all three classic antenna configurations. If you were speaking of the TDK models, you might have to look at one up-close to figure out what technologies were involved (I have not) but it appears that it consists of a classic Log-Periodic for VHF/UHF frequencies with additional elements for the lower frequencies, such as linear loaded dipole or Quad elements. The feed system is the key to hybrid multi-band and broadband antennas so that the element configuration for one frequency is not compromised by the inactive elements. With the TV antenna example, the LPDA and UHF Yagi are essentially invisible to each other although they use the same feed and boom. Although this idea is attractive for frequency agile radios or for saving the cost of feedline, performance is usually better for antennas optimized for a limited range of frequencies. It would be helpful for you to have knowledge of a variety of antenna configurations, feed systems and technologies in order to do it justice. You can write on anything at all. You just have to determine what you want to convey. I'm sure others will come out of the woodwork pretty soon. |
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Well, the fact is that I would like to read something about them first before doing any simulation. Having no background at all, I think I wouldn't be able to use EZNEC as I should. At least a description of these equipment, how does it work, what it is used for and so on. I tried looking on some documentation, but I found some only on log-periodic antennas and the theme is actually hybrid log-periodic. |
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Little_skip wrote:
'Jerry[_5_ Wrote: ;665327'] Hi Little You are really in luck. You say you have to write about an antenna but dont know anything about antennas. That implies that you now get to learn about antennas unless you are content with writing about things you "dont hnow anything about". Get the guy who is having you write to buy you a copy of EZNEC. You can model whatever antenna you want to get data on. Jerry KD6JDJ First, thank you for reading it and trying to help. I appreciate that. Well, the fact is that I would like to read something about them first before doing any simulation. Having no background at all, I think I wouldn't be able to use EZNEC as I should. At least a description of these equipment, how does it work, what it is used for and so on. I tried looking on some documentation, but I found some only on log-periodic antennas and the theme is actually hybrid log-periodic. Try googling "EMC antenna". If the antenna you are looking for is a hybrid of a bow-tie (degenerate biconical) antenna, and a log periodic, you'll first have to read up on the constituent antennas and then puzzle out how they work together. Hopefully, you haven't picked a subject that will get you in over your head. 73, Tom Donaly, KA6RUH |
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HLP Antennas
On 4 feb, 09:27, Little_skip
wrote: Hi everyone, I would like some help with the HLP (Hybrid Log-Periodic) Antennas if possible. I know nothing about antennas, yet I have a paper to write about HLP Antennas (characteristics, calibration and so on) and I didn't find anything about them. I found only datasheets for some of the HLP antennas (mostly from TDK). Would it be a start to search about log-periodic antennas and adapt the information? What would be the difference between them? Maybe it would sound like a stupid question to all of you, but I really don't know where to start. Can someone give me a bit of help? Thank you. -- Little_skip Hello, I don't know your background and to what depth the article should go, but I assume that you have a background in Electronic Engineering. It is good to know some properties and design trade offs for the normal LP antenna (this requires basic knowledge on antennas). There are several design parameters that sets maximum and minimum frequency range and gain. The "Hybrid" part relates to a merge between a flat dipole and the LP. At the low end of the useful frequency range of the HLP, the antenna radiation pattern behaves like a dipole antenna. Simulation is a good way to "see" the effect of various LP designs. The second challenge for you will be the calibration (I assume gain calibration). Calibrating for gain does not only involve antennas, but also EM wave propagation, transmission lines and a certain attitude towards the measuring results. Also here, simulation is a good way to "see" the effect of (small) changes in your test setup for calibration. You might consider hiring an expert to set you on the right track. It may save you lots of time. Best regards, Wim PA3DJS www.tetech.nl with abc the mail address is valid. |
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