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Abstract

A simple electromagnetically coupled broadband printed microstrip antenna suitable for multifunctional wireless communication bands is presented. V-slots and corner notches are employed in a rectangular patch to achieve broadband operation. The proposed antenna has a 2:1 VSWR bandwidth of 51% from 3.75 GHz to 6.33 GHz. The simulated and measured reflection characteristics of the antenna along with the radiation patterns and gain are presented and discussed.

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Dr. M. S. Nishamol

Dr. Valiyaveettil Sarin

Dr. Devassy Tony

Dr. Chandroth K. Aanandan

Professor Pezholil Mohanan

Professor Kesavath Vasudevan