Abstract
The limited beam-scanning angles of planar phased arrays are one of the most critical challenges for millimeter-wave (mm-wave) wireless communication systems. This article proposes a new class of antenna topology, denoted as a stackable patch antenna (SPA), that achieves near-spherical beam-steering coverage for mm-wave applications. The proposed SPA consists of two identical rectangular patch antenna elements. By separately controlling the magnitude and phase of the excitation ports, the proposed antenna can radiate in multiple directions that are normal or parallel to the patch elements. In addition, the proposed structure has the advantage of enabling end-fire radiation when the structure is encompassed by the full metallic frame of a device. This is accomplished without any deformation or modification of the metal frame.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 33-45 |
Number of pages | 13 |
Journal | IEEE Antennas and Propagation Magazine |
Volume | 65 |
Issue number | 3 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - 1 Jun 2023 |
Bibliographical note
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ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Condensed Matter Physics
- Electrical and Electronic Engineering