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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.
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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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The Loop on Ground (LoG): A Compact Receiving Antenna with Directional Capabilities
The Loop on Ground (LoG): A compact receiving antenna with a cardioid-shaped radiation pattern, achieving directionality through clever grounding and monopole design.
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Log-Periodic Christmas Tree
At Golden Engineering we are passionate about antenna simulation. On this last day of the year we want to give you our Log-Periodic Christmas Tree made with AN-SOF.
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New Release: AN-SOF 7.90
This version of AN-SOF has new functions and options: ARRL-style scale in polar plots. Radiation pattern slices in decibels can be displayed…
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Precision Simulations with AN-SOF for Magnetic Loop Antennas
Explore magnetic loop antennas, favored in ham radio. Learn about their dual loop design, coupling via induction, and AN-SOF Simulator for accurate simulations.
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Efficient NOAA Satellite Signal Reception with the Quadrifilar Helix Antenna
Discover the Quadrifilar Helix Antenna’s prowess in boosting NOAA satellite signal reception. Unveil its efficiency for superior connectivity and data capture.
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Enhancing VHF Performance: The Dual Reflector Moxon Antenna for 145 MHz
Discover the Dual Reflector Moxon Antenna at 145 MHz: Amplified Gain and Enhanced Performance for VHF Enthusiasts.
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Biquad UHF Antenna Array
This 4-element biquad array resonates at 434 MHz. The wires that connect the driven element to the reflector work as a two-wire transmission line that allows us to obtain an input impedance of 50 + j0 Ohm.
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Broadband Directional Antenna
This is a 4 element broadband directional antenna. More than 50 MHz of bandwidth (SWR < 1.5) around 285 MHz. Gain 7 to 8 dBi. Length 0.52 m and maximum width 0.6 m.
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AN-SOF 7.80 is ready!
New version of Antenna Simulation Software: AN-SOF 7.8.
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New AN-SOF User Guide
Explore the new AN-SOF User Guide >, where you will find detailed information about its many features, as well as step-by-step examples and tips to help you quickly move forward with your antenna modeling projects.
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Accurate Analysis of Solid Wheel Antennas at 2.4 GHz Using Cost-Effective Simulation
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Transmission Line Feeding for Antennas: The Four-Square Array
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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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Enhancing VHF Performance: The Dual Reflector Moxon Antenna for 145 MHz
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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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A Closer Look at the HF Skeleton Slot Antenna
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The 5-in-1 J-Pole Antenna Solution for Multiband Communications
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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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Design Guidelines for Skeleton Slot Antennas: A Simulation-Driven Approach
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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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Protected: AN-SOF Antenna Simulation Software – Version 8.90 Release Notes
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AN-SOF 8.70: Enhancing Your Antenna Design Journey
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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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Protected: AN-SOF Antenna Simulation Software – Version 8.90 Release Notes
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Simplified Modeling for Microstrip Antennas on Ungrounded Dielectric Substrates: Accuracy Meets Simplicity
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AN-SOF 8.20 Passes IEC Validation
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Design Guidelines for Skeleton Slot Antennas: A Simulation-Driven Approach
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AN-SOF 8.70: Enhancing Your Antenna Design Journey
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Accurate Analysis of Solid Wheel Antennas at 2.4 GHz Using Cost-Effective Simulation
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Transmission Line Feeding for Antennas: The Four-Square Array
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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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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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AN-SOF Implements James R. Wait Theory for Ground Losses of LF/MF Radio Masts
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Overcoming 7 Limitations in Antenna Design: Introducing AN-SOF’s Conformal Method of Moments
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Explore the Cutting-Edge World of AN-SOF Antenna Simulation Software!
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Linear Antenna Theory: Historical Approximations and Numerical Validation
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Assessing Antenna Directionality: Front-to-Rear vs. Front-to-Back Ratio
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Wave Matching Coefficient: Defining the Practical Near-Far Field Boundary
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AN-SOF Mastery: Adding Elevated Radials Quickly
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Upgrade to AN-SOF 8.20 – Unleash Your Potential
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Modeling a J-Fed 5-Element Collinear Antenna for the 2 m Band
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New Interactive User Guide
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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
-
Enhancing VHF Performance: The Dual Reflector Moxon Antenna for 145 MHz
-
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
-
A Closer Look at the HF Skeleton Slot Antenna
-
Equivalent Circuit of a Balun
-
The 5-in-1 J-Pole Antenna Solution for Multiband Communications
-
New Release: AN-SOF 7.50
-
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!
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Scilab Script for Plotting Level Curves
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New Release :: AN-SOF 6.40 ::
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How to Export Data and Plots
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New Release :: AN-SOF 6.20 ::
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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
-
Setting the Radiation Pattern Center
-
How to Merge Projects
-
On the Modeling of Radio Masts
-
H-Field Option in Preferences
-
How to Speed Up Simulations in AN-SOF: Tips for Faster Results