@inproceedings{41a3bea12b8f454ebf17941c3ef8e6c0,
title = "A physical model for tunable patch antennas",
abstract = "A model for tuning microstrip patch antennas with a controllable impedance black box is presented. These tunable impedance elements can be placed along the mid-line of the patch antenna to alter the impact of the tuning range on the antenna field pattern. Simulation results demonstrate the impact of this level of physical design control. Also highlighted is the improved ability to design beyond tunability with additional impedance matching and antenna area margins. Finally, the unique capability of the IMPATT diode for achieving these tunable impedance properties is discussed.",
keywords = "IMPATT diode, Impedance matching, Microstrip patch antenna, Tunable antenna",
author = "Horwath, {Benjamin D.} and Talal Al-Attar",
year = "2011",
doi = "10.1109/ISQED.2011.5770748",
language = "English (US)",
isbn = "9781612849140",
series = "Proceedings of the 12th International Symposium on Quality Electronic Design, ISQED 2011",
pages = "343--346",
booktitle = "Proceedings of the 12th International Symposium on Quality Electronic Design, ISQED 2011",
note = "12th International Symposium on Quality Electronic Design, ISQED 2011 ; Conference date: 14-03-2011 Through 16-03-2011",
}