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Name (Acronym)Array Antenna Theory and Synthesis Methods (AATS)
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ECTS6
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Contact E-mailandrea.massa@unitn.it
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ABSTRACT
The course introduces the foundations of array antenna theory and practical applications, pointing out their pivotal role in modern wireless communication and sensing systems. Starting from basic concepts, the participants will become aware of the beam-forming principles understanding the relationship between the geometrical (element positions) and electrical (excitation coefficients) parameters of an array antenna architecture with the arising radiation pattern. Through a blend of theoretical lectures and hands-on software exercises, the students will gain proficiency in analyzing and synthesizing various array configurations.COURSE CONTENT
Part 1: ARRAY ANTENNA ANALYSIS
- Introduction to antenna arrays: motivation and principles
- Antenna array analysis in the time and frequency domain
- The array factor function and its figures of merit
- Uniform, uniformly-spaced, and non-uniform array analysis
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Part 2: ARRAY ANTENNA SYNTHESIS
- Array antenna synthesis problem formulation: external and internal synthesis
- Synthesis of conventional/regular array antennas
- "Trial & test" synthesis methods: Schelkunoff method, amplitude tapers
- Optimal sidelobe-beamwidth compromise synthesis methods: Dolph-Chebyshev, Taylor, and Zolotarev method
- Pattern matching synthesis methods: Fourier, Woodward-Lawson, iterative projection method
- Synthesis methods for unconventional/irregular array antennas
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TEACHING ACTIVITIES
- Theoretical Lessons
- e-Xam Self Assessment (each teaching class or periodically)
- MATLAB Hands-On
- e-Xam Final Assessment
FURTHER READINGS
- C. A. Balanis, “Antenna Theory”, John Wiley & Sons., 2016.
- R. S. Elliott, “Antenna Theory and Design”, John Wiley & Sons, 2003.
- R. J. Mailloux, “Phased Array Antenna Handbook”, Artech House, 2017.
- R. L. Haupt, “Antenna Arrays: A Computational Approach”, John Wiley & Sons, 2010.
Course Information
Date: | 16 September- 4 October (3 weeks, 20 hours/week) |
Format: | The course is offered in blended form (onsite and online) |
Registration Information
UniTN Students: | Free |
EXTERNAL Students: |
216 Eu: First course 180 Eu: Every course from the second one |
The fees include the course teaching, the slides/material, and the video recordings.
Registration Procedure for UniTN Students
Please contact the Student Support Office of your Department/Centre/School to include the course in your study plan.
Registration Procedure for EXTERNAL Students
Step 1: Register a "guest" type account (@guest.unitn.it)
- Should you still not have a UniTN account, you have to register and log in with your SPID identity or CIE (electronic ID card). If you cannot use SPID or CIE, please create your own UniTN account.
Step 2: Enroll to a Single UniTN Course
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Complete the online application through the webpage apply for enrollment in ‘Standard’ single classes a.y. 2024/2025.
In the application form (Section "Teaching Activities") put the following information:- Name of single class/teaching activity: Array Antenna Theory and Synthesis Methods
- Code of single class/teaching activity: 140723
- Degree course to which the teaching activity is associated: [0331H] Ingegneria Civile
- Once received the outcome of the application (1-3 days), login into ESSE3 with your "guest" account user-name and password. Then, pay the bulletin you find in Administrative Office – Payments.
NOTES:
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