Analysis and Design of a Loran-C Antenna

Abstract

A theoretical analysis of an optimum antenna configuration for Loran-C reception that fits within certain allotted space requirements is given. The antenna analysis is based on a quasi-static numerical study of a conducting body of revolution above a perfectly conducting ground plane. A general numerical algorithm is developed to determine the input impedance and effective height of the antenna. In addition, a discussion of the amplifier noise and its role in the choice of the optimum antenna are given. Results are presented for cylindrical and truncated conical structures both with and without a top load.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Oct 18, 1989
Accession Number
ADA640123

Entities

People

  • John P. Casey
  • Rajeev Bansal

Organizations

  • Naval Underwater Systems Center

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Air Platforms

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Antenna Configurations
  • Antennas
  • Classification
  • Connecticut
  • Engineering
  • Impedance
  • Loran
  • Method Of Moments
  • Monopole Antennas
  • Revolutions
  • Rhode Island
  • Security
  • Submarine Antennas
  • Submarines
  • Systems Engineering

Fields of Study

  • Physics

Readers

  • Computational Modeling and Simulation
  • Electromagnetic Wave Scattering and Antenna Radiation Engineering
  • Positioning, Navigation, and Timing (PNT) Technology.

Technology Areas

  • Space