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Abstract

Shorter frequency reuse distance in a densified small cell network for fifth generation (5G) could cause more substantial inter-cell interference. Rather than relying on down tilt, it is more necessary to design the azimuth patterns of the antennas to substantially reduce the gain at the sector edges which can reduce the line of sight radiation towards a sector positioned over a reuse distance. The antenna employs a modified ground plane, which utilizes both reflection and diffraction to reduce the gain at the sector edge, and is designed and prototyped from 3.5-4.2 GHz.

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Dr. Tim W. C. Brown