Antennas and Electromagnetics Instrumentation for Research and Education

Abstract : The objective of this proposal is to enhance the instrumentation of FIUs ElectroMagnetics Lab (EMLab) directed by Dr. Georgakopoulos and create a state-of-the art lab that will support the following: (a) Dr. Georgakopoulos funded research on reconfigurable antennas and wireless power transfer, (b) other research on advanced electromagnetic technologies that support the mission of ARO and DoD, (c)undergraduate and graduate education on antennas and electromagnetics, and (d) training of students as well as industry, military and DoD personnel on antennas and electromagnetics. The broader impact of this instrumentation involves the creation of a state-of-the art EMLAB in Florida that will serve as a technical hub attracting new academic and industry collaborators, fostering new opportunities for cross-disciplinary and multi-institutional research, and supporting the growth of a strong and diverse U.S. workforce. The proposed instrumentation comprises of: (a) a StarLab antenna measurement system, (b) a Dimatix DMP 2831 materials printer for inkjet printing of novel antennas and RF circuits on substrates, and (c) a10 MHz to 50 GHz Agilent PNA network analyzer.