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Ku-Band Metamaterial Flat-Panel Antenna for Satcom

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This technical paper by Dr. Rabbani and his team presents research on metamaterial-based, high-gain, flat-panel antennas for Ku-band satellite communications.

The study focuses on leveraging the unique electromagnetic properties of metamaterials to enhance the performance of flat-panel antenna designs, aiming for compact structures with high gain and efficiency.

The research outlines the design methodology involving multi-layer metasurfaces and leaky-wave antennas to achieve a compact antenna system with a realised gain greater than +20 dBi and an operational bandwidth of 200 MHz. Simulations results confirm the antenna’s high efficiency and performance within the specified Ku-band frequency range.

Significant findings include the antenna’s potential for application in low-cost satellite communication systems and its capabilities for THz spectrum operations through design modifications.

The paper provides a detailed technical roadmap of the design process, supported by diagrams, simulation results, and references to prior work in the field.

This paper contributes to the advancement of antenna technology and metamaterial applications in satellite communications, offering valuable insights for researchers and professionals in telecommunications.

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