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Introducing AN-SOF 8.50: Enhanced Antenna Design & Simulation Software
Embrace the antenna revolution with AN-SOF 8.50! Unleash its advanced features: Transmission Line models, expanded power budget, and precise far-field calculation. Free trial available!
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AN-SOF 8.20 Passes IEC Validation
The latest version 8.20 of the AN-SOF calculation engine has successfully completed validation for accuracy in accordance with the standard IEC FDIS 62232.
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How to Speed Up Simulations in AN-SOF: Tips for Faster Results
Learn how to optimize simulation speed in AN-SOF Antenna Software. Follow valuable tips for faster results by adjusting segments, resolution, and settings. Turbocharge your antenna simulations!
Category: Modeling GuidelinesTags: tips & tricks
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Simplified Modeling for Microstrip Antennas on Ungrounded Dielectric Substrates: Accuracy Meets Simplicity
Discover a simple yet precise method for modeling microstrip antennas on ungrounded dielectric substrates.
Category: Modeling Guidelines
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Fast Modeling of a Monopole Supported by a Broadcast Tower
Elevate your antenna design game with our latest video tutorial on monopole modeling using AN-SOF.
Category: Modeling Guidelines
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Linking Log-Periodic Antenna Elements Using Transmission Lines
Dive into the world of advanced antenna design with our latest tutorial! Discover the art of connecting Log-Periodic Antenna Elements using Transmission Lines in the AN-SOF Antenna Simulator.
Category: Modeling Guidelines
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Get Ready for the Next Level of Antenna Design: AN-SOF 8.50 is Coming Soon!
Get ready for the future of antenna design. AN-SOF 8.50 brings enhanced features like Transmission Line models, extended power budget, and improved far-field calculation. Stay tuned for the release!
Category: UpdatesTags: release notes
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AN-SOF Implements James R. Wait Theory for Ground Losses of LF/MF Radio Masts
AN-SOF introduces an innovative method based on James R. Wait theory to accurately compute ground losses, improving monopole antenna design. Explore the validated model for LF/MF radio masts.
Category: Antenna Models
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Overcoming 7 Limitations in Antenna Design: Introducing AN-SOF’s Conformal Method of Moments
Introducing AN-SOF’s Conformal Method of Moments, a pioneering advancement in antenna design. By effectively addressing seven limitations encountered in traditional methods, this cutting-edge software enables precise modeling and analysis of antennas with intricate geometries.
Category: Numerical MethodsTags: antenna design
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Explore the Cutting-Edge World of AN-SOF Antenna Simulation Software!
This quick overview document provides a concise introduction to the capabilities of AN-SOF, designed to revolutionize the way you approach antenna design.
Category: UpdatesTags: release notes
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Linear Antenna Theory: Historical Approximations and Numerical Validation
Discover the vital role of historical theoretical results alongside advanced numerical calculations in accurately approximating current distribution on linear antennas.
Category: Antenna Theory
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Assessing Antenna Directionality: Front-to-Rear vs. Front-to-Back Ratio
Are you aware of the importance of calculating the front-to-rear ratio of your antenna? It is a crucial factor in determining the directional performance of your antenna system.
Category: Modeling Guidelines
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Wave Matching Coefficient: Defining the Practical Near-Far Field Boundary
We explore the concepts of absolute wave impedance and wave matching coefficient (WMC) as practical alternatives to determine a useful boundary between the near and far field regions of an antenna.
Category: Antenna Theory
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Antenna Models
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AN-SOF Implements James R. Wait Theory for Ground Losses of LF/MF Radio Masts
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AN-SOF 8.20 Passes IEC Validation
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Modeling a J-Fed 5-Element Collinear Antenna for the 2 m Band
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Simulating the Ingenious Multiband Omnidirectional Dipole Antenna Design
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The Loop on Ground (LoG): A Compact Receiving Antenna with Directional Capabilities
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Log-Periodic Christmas Tree
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Precision Simulations with AN-SOF for Magnetic Loop Antennas
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Efficient NOAA Satellite Signal Reception with the Quadrifilar Helix Antenna
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145 MHz Moxon Antenna
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Biquad UHF Antenna Array
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Broadband Directional Antenna
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5 Examples with less than 50 Segments
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An HF Skeleton Slot Antenna
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Multiband J-Pole Antenna
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145 MHz 5-Element Array of Square Loops
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17 m Band Spider Delta Loop
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Enhancing Satellite Links: The Moxon-Yagi Dual Band VHF/UHF Antenna
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Script for Modeling 2-Element Quad Array
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An 80 meters DX Antenna: A Spiral Loop
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ISM 433MHz Helical Antenna
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Array of Snowflake Quads
Antenna Theory
Modeling Guidelines
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Simplified Modeling for Microstrip Antennas on Ungrounded Dielectric Substrates: Accuracy Meets Simplicity
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Fast Modeling of a Monopole Supported by a Broadcast Tower
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Linking Log-Periodic Antenna Elements Using Transmission Lines
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Assessing Antenna Directionality: Front-to-Rear vs. Front-to-Back Ratio
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AN-SOF Mastery: Adding Elevated Radials Quickly
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Equivalent Circuit of a Balun
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Scilab Script for Plotting Level Curves
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How to Export Data and Plots
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AN-SOF Antenna Simulation Best Practices: Checking and Correcting Model Errors
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Adjusting the Color Bar in AN-3D Pattern
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Setting the Radiation Pattern Center
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How to Merge Projects
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On the Modeling of Radio Masts
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H-Field Option in Preferences
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How to Speed Up Simulations in AN-SOF: Tips for Faster Results
Numerical Methods
Updates
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Introducing AN-SOF 8.50: Enhanced Antenna Design & Simulation Software
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Get Ready for the Next Level of Antenna Design: AN-SOF 8.50 is Coming Soon!
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Explore the Cutting-Edge World of AN-SOF Antenna Simulation Software!
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Upgrade to AN-SOF 8.20 – Unleash Your Potential
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New Interactive User Guide
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AN-SOF 8: Elevating Antenna Simulation to the Next Level
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New Release: AN-SOF 7.90
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AN-SOF 7.80 is ready!
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New AN-SOF User Guide
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New Release: AN-SOF 7.50
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AN-SOF 7.20 is ready!
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New Release :: AN-SOF 7.10 ::
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AN-SOF 7.0 is Here!
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New Release :: AN-SOF 6.40 ::
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New Release :: AN-SOF 6.20 ::
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Archives
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Introducing AN-SOF 8.50: Enhanced Antenna Design & Simulation Software
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AN-SOF 8.20 Passes IEC Validation
-
How to Speed Up Simulations in AN-SOF: Tips for Faster Results
-
Simplified Modeling for Microstrip Antennas on Ungrounded Dielectric Substrates: Accuracy Meets Simplicity
-
Fast Modeling of a Monopole Supported by a Broadcast Tower
-
Linking Log-Periodic Antenna Elements Using Transmission Lines
-
Get Ready for the Next Level of Antenna Design: AN-SOF 8.50 is Coming Soon!
-
AN-SOF Implements James R. Wait Theory for Ground Losses of LF/MF Radio Masts
-
Overcoming 7 Limitations in Antenna Design: Introducing AN-SOF’s Conformal Method of Moments
-
Explore the Cutting-Edge World of AN-SOF Antenna Simulation Software!
-
Linear Antenna Theory: Historical Approximations and Numerical Validation
-
Assessing Antenna Directionality: Front-to-Rear vs. Front-to-Back Ratio
-
Wave Matching Coefficient: Defining the Practical Near-Far Field Boundary
-
AN-SOF Mastery: Adding Elevated Radials Quickly
-
Upgrade to AN-SOF 8.20 – Unleash Your Potential
-
Modeling a J-Fed 5-Element Collinear Antenna for the 2 m Band
-
New Interactive User Guide
-
AN-SOF 8: Elevating Antenna Simulation to the Next Level
-
Simulating the Ingenious Multiband Omnidirectional Dipole Antenna Design
-
The Loop on Ground (LoG): A Compact Receiving Antenna with Directional Capabilities
-
Log-Periodic Christmas Tree
-
New Release: AN-SOF 7.90
-
Precision Simulations with AN-SOF for Magnetic Loop Antennas
-
Efficient NOAA Satellite Signal Reception with the Quadrifilar Helix Antenna
-
145 MHz Moxon Antenna
-
Biquad UHF Antenna Array
-
Broadband Directional Antenna
-
AN-SOF 7.80 is ready!
-
New AN-SOF User Guide
-
5 Examples with less than 50 Segments
-
An HF Skeleton Slot Antenna
-
Equivalent Circuit of a Balun
-
Multiband J-Pole Antenna
-
New Release: AN-SOF 7.50
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145 MHz 5-Element Array of Square Loops
-
17 m Band Spider Delta Loop
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AN-SOF 7.20 is ready!
-
Enhancing Satellite Links: The Moxon-Yagi Dual Band VHF/UHF Antenna
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New Release :: AN-SOF 7.10 ::
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Script for Modeling 2-Element Quad Array
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An 80 meters DX Antenna: A Spiral Loop
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ISM 433MHz Helical Antenna
-
Array of Snowflake Quads
-
AN-SOF 7.0 is Here!
-
Scilab Script for Plotting Level Curves
-
New Release :: AN-SOF 6.40 ::
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How to Export Data and Plots
-
New Release :: AN-SOF 6.20 ::
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AN-SOF Antenna Simulation Best Practices: Checking and Correcting Model Errors
-
Adjusting the Color Bar in AN-3D Pattern
-
Setting the Radiation Pattern Center
-
How to Merge Projects
-
On the Modeling of Radio Masts
-
H-Field Option in Preferences