Antenna Shape Synthesis Without Prior Specification of the Feedpoint Locations

An antenna shape synthesis method is proposed that allows shaping of the antenna geometry prior to specification of the feed location and type. This reduces the constraints placed on the optimization process and can lead to potentially new designs due to the increased degree of freedom afforded. An appropriate feedpoint is easily chosen after shape optimization by selecting a location on the resulting structure for best impedance matching. The procedure is made possible through the use of characteristic mode concepts. Examples show that the antenna-Q values of the resulting shaped radiators closely approach the fundamental bounds.

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