Genetic algorithms (GAs) are used to minimize antenna coupling by optimally positioning multiple radiators. Initial GA parameters are selected using a simple cylindrical model, and the results are used to optimize antenna placement on a realistic aircraft surface model. A novel aggregate objective function incorporating surface wave coupling, variance of the coupling values, and radiation pattern analysis is used. Multiple computational and experimental data are shown to validate the methodology.


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    Title :

    Aircraft antenna coupling minimization using genetic algorithms and approximations


    Contributors:
    Koper, E.M. (author) / Wood, W.D. (author) / Schneider, S.W. (author)


    Publication date :

    2004-04-01


    Size :

    1824304 byte




    Type of media :

    Article (Journal)


    Type of material :

    Electronic Resource


    Language :

    English