Design of Multiband Microstrip Patch Antenna for Satellite Applications

Abstract

In the fields of satellite communication and aerospace, the multiband microstrip patch antenna has emerged as a game-changing technology that meets crucial needs of the contemporary day. The use of this antenna is essential as the need for faster data transfer rates and wider coverage keeps rising. In this paper, a microstrip patch antenna is designed for operating into Ku band for satellite communication and aerospace communication. The antenna is operating at 15.8 GHz and in the Ku band. The antenna is designed with slot configurations on the patch, forming an 'H' shape, and on the feed, resembling a 'U' shape. The integration of these slot structures enhances the antenna's gain, achieving 7.44 dB with useful bandwidth of 3.2 GHz. Furthermore, the antenna exhibits ultrawide band properties, extending its versatility and potential applications.