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    📘 Learning Antennas Through Simulation:

    A Hands-On Guide with AN-SOF

    What this book will teach:

    Learn the fundamentals of antenna theory through hands-on simulation with AN-SOF. Explore radiation, gain, efficiency, impedance, and more, reinforced through visual and numerical experiments.

    Who it’s for:

    For students, educators, and self-learners seeking a practical, simulation-based approach to mastering antenna concepts.

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    👉 Read a free sample: Section 1.5 The Short Dipole

    About the Author:

    Tony Golden

    RF ENGINEER & PHYSICS PH.D. With 25+ years in Computational Electromagnetics, I’m a passionate researcher focused on antenna modeling and design. As Founder of Golden Engineering LLC, I develop accessible, high-performance simulation tools that help RF engineers optimize their designs, educators teach complex concepts, and hobbyists bring antenna projects to life.

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    I’m building this book based on 25+ years of experience in antenna modeling and teaching. It blends fundamental theory with hands-on simulation exercises using the AN-SOF Antenna Simulator, allowing students to visualize and explore antenna behavior through computed results in real time. The book also includes online calculators for most equations and formulas, as well as Octave scripts for numerical computations.

    Rather than passive reading, this guide promotes active learning: students simulate fields, patterns, impedance, and more, reinforcing concepts through immediate visual and numerical feedback. It’s a modern pedagogy approach that even educators can adopt in the classroom or lab.

    Let’s shape the future of antenna education together!

    Tony Golden

    If this sounds valuable to you, you can pre-order today for $99 $49/year, that’s half the final price.

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    • ✅ Receive weekly updates as the book evolves
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    📖 Table of Contents

    1. Ideal Antennas

    • 1.1 Maxwell’s Equations and Electromagnetic Radiation
    • 1.2 The Isotropic Radiator
    • 1.3 Arrays of Point Sources
    • 1.4 The Hertzian Dipole
    • 1.5 The Short Dipole
    • 1.6 The Half-Wave Dipole
    • 1.7 Thin Dipoles of Arbitrary Length
    • 1.8 Ground Plane and Image Theory
    • 1.9 The Hertzian Monopole
    • 1.10 Quarter-Wave and General Monopoles

    2. Antenna Metrics

    • 2.1 Radiation Pattern Fundamentals
    • 2.2 Field Strength and Intensity Plots
    • 2.3 Total Radiated Power
    • 2.4 Radiation Resistance
    • 2.5 Antenna Effective Length
    • 2.6 Loss Resistance Modeling
    • 2.7 Radiation Efficiency
    • 2.8 Directivity and Gain
    • 2.9 Beamwidth and Sidelobes
    • 2.10 Feedpoint Impedance and Bandwidth
    • 2.11 Receiving Mode Operation
    • 2.12 Equivalent Circuits for TX/RX
    • 2.13 The Reciprocity Principle
    • 2.14 Effective Aperture and Gain
    • 2.15 The Friis Transmission Equation

    3. Linear Antennas

    • 3.1 Cylindrical Wire Antennas
    • 3.2 Feedpoint Resistance and Reactance
    • 3.3 Calculating Input Impedance
    • 3.4 Induced EMF Method
    • 3.5 Hallén’s Integral Equation
    • 3.6 Pocklington’s Integral Equation
    • 3.7 Equivalent Radius for Non-Circular Wires
    • 3.8 Impedance of Short Dipoles and Monopoles
    • 3.9 Top-Loading for Short Monopoles
    • 3.10 Mutual Impedance Between Wires

    4. Advanced Antennas

    • 4.1 Loop Antennas
    • 4.2 Helical Antennas
    • 4.3 Yagi-Uda Arrays
    • 4.4 Log-Periodic Arrays
    • 4.5 Horn Antennas
    • 4.6 Parabolic Reflectors
    • 4.7 Fractal Antennas
    • 4.8 Microstrip Patch Antennas

    5. Simulation Methods

    • 5.1 Introduction to Antenna Simulation
    • 5.2 Differential Equation Methods
    • 5.3 Integral Equation Methods
    • 5.4 Hybrid Numerical Techniques
    • 5.5 Method of Moments (MoM)

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    ❓ Frequently Asked Questions

    Is the book a one-time purchase or a subscription?

    It’s an annual subscription, but it will not auto-renew. After one year, you’ll be invited to renew your access for another year.

    Will I lose access to the book if I don’t renew?

    Yes. Access to the book is granted through a username and password. If you choose not to renew, your access will expire. Since this is an online book that is regularly updated and enhanced with tools and calculators, maintaining an active subscription is recommended.

    How much will the subscription cost after the official launch?

    The introductory price is $49/year during pre-launch. Once published, the subscription will be $99 for the first year, and $49/year thereafter.

    When will the book be ready?

    All chapters will be completed by November 15. However, by pre-ordering, you’ll gain early access to chapters as they are released. This is a living book, it will continue to evolve over time, so your feedback is always welcome!

    If I pre-order now, will my one-year subscription start immediately or on the release date?

    If you pre-order the book now, your one-year subscription will begin on the official release date, November 15, 2025, not from the date of purchase. This ensures you’ll have a full year of access from the moment the complete content becomes available.

    By subscribing now, you’ll also get three exclusive benefits:

    1. 50% off the regular price

    2. Early access to chapter sections as they’re released weekly

    3. The opportunity to ask questions and suggest improvements or additional material to be included in the final book

    Is an AN-SOF Antenna Simulator license included with the book?

    No. The book includes hands-on examples that use AN-SOF, but most exercises can be completed with the free trial version (up to 50 segments). Only advanced simulations (e.g., large arrays, horns, reflectors) require a full license. All examples include pre-computed results, so a license is not required, but recommended for in-depth exploration.

    Do you offer a bundle that includes AN-SOF + the book?

    Yes. Contact us to receive a custom quote for a discounted bundle including both the book and an AN-SOF license.

    Can I print the chapters or use them offline?

    Yes. Each chapter can be saved or printed as a PDF for personal use. However, the book’s value lies in its interactive calculators and dynamic content, which are only available online through an active account.

    Do you offer refunds?

    Yes. Refunds are available within 7 days of purchase. A 5% fee will be deducted to cover transaction costs, and you’ll receive 95% of the amount paid.