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Guides
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- Complete Workflow: Modeling, Feeding, and Tuning a 20m Band Dipole Antenna
- DIY Helix High Gain Directional Antenna: From Simulation to 3D Printing
- Evaluating EMF Compliance - Part 1: A Guide to Far-Field RF Exposure Assessments
- Design Guidelines for Skeleton Slot Antennas: A Simulation-Driven Approach
- 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
- Wave Matching Coefficient: Defining the Practical Near-Far Field Boundary
- AN-SOF Mastery: Adding Elevated Radials Quickly
- Enhancing Antenna Design: Project Merging in AN-SOF
- On the Modeling of Radio Masts
- The Equivalent Circuit of a Balun
- AN-SOF Antenna Simulation Best Practices: Checking and Correcting Model Errors
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- AN-SOF 9: Taking Antenna Design Further with New Feeder and Tuner Calculators
- AN-SOF Antenna Simulation Software - Version 8.90 Release Notes
- AN-SOF 8.70: Enhancing Your Antenna Design Journey
- Introducing AN-SOF 8.50: Enhanced Antenna Design & Simulation Software
- Get Ready for the Next Level of Antenna Design: AN-SOF 8.50 is Coming Soon!
- Explore the Cutting-Edge World of AN-SOF Antenna Simulation Software!
- Upgrade to AN-SOF 8.20 - Unleash Your Potential
- AN-SOF 8: Elevating Antenna Simulation to the Next Level
- New Release: AN-SOF 7.90
- AN-SOF 7.80 is ready!
- New AN-SOF User Guide
- New Release: AN-SOF 7.50
- AN-SOF 7.20 is ready!
- New Release :: AN-SOF 7.10 ::
- AN-SOF 7.0 is Here!
- New Release :: AN-SOF 6.40 ::
- New Release :: AN-SOF 6.20 ::
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Models
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- Modeling a Super J-Pole: A Look Inside a 5-Element Collinear Antenna
- Simulating the Ingenious Multiband Omnidirectional Dipole Antenna Design
- The Loop on Ground (LoG): A Compact Receiving Antenna with Directional Capabilities
- Precision Simulations with AN-SOF for Magnetic Loop Antennas
- Advantages of AN-SOF for Simulating 433 MHz Spring Helical Antennas for ISM & LoRa Applications
- Radio Mast Above Wire Screen
- Square Loop Antenna
- Receiving Loop Antenna
- Monopole Above Earth Ground
- Top-Loaded Short Monopole
- Half-Wave Dipole
- Folded Dipole
- Dipole Antenna
- The 5-in-1 J-Pole Antenna Solution for Multiband Communications
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- Extended Double Zepp (EDZ): A Phased Array Solution for Directional Antenna Applications
- Transmission Line Feeding for Antennas: The Four-Square Array
- Log-Periodic Christmas Tree
- Enhancing VHF Performance: The Dual Reflector Moxon Antenna for 145 MHz
- Building a Compact High-Performance UHF Array with AN-SOF: A 4-Element Biquad Design
- Building a Beam: Modeling a 5-Element 2m Band Quad Array
- Broadside Dipole Array
- Log-Periodic Dipole Array
- Broadband Directional Antenna
- A Closer Look at the HF Skeleton Slot Antenna
- The 17m Band 2-Element Delta Loop Beam: A Compact, High-Gain Antenna for DX Enthusiasts
- Enhancing Satellite Links: The Moxon-Yagi Dual Band VHF/UHF Antenna
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Validation
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- Simple Dual Band Vertical Dipole for the 2m and 70cm Bands
- Linear Antenna Theory: Historical Approximations and Numerical Validation
- Validating Panel RBS Antenna with Dipole Radiators against IEC 62232
- Directivity of V Antennas
- Enhanced Methodology for Monopoles Above Radial Wire Ground Screens
- Dipole Gain and Radiation Resistance
- Convergence of the Dipole Input Impedance
- Impedance of Cylindrical Antennas
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Introducing AN-SOF 8.50: Enhanced Antenna Design & Simulation Software
We’re thrilled to introduce AN-SOF version 8.50, a comprehensive update that takes your antenna design and simulation experience to new heights. Let’s explore the remarkable new features:
✅ Transmission Line Models: With over 160 models accurately fitted to real cable datasheets, AN-SOF empowers you to effortlessly model phased arrays and feeding systems with multiple transmission lines. Experience enhanced accuracy while accounting for RF interference caused by coaxial cable shields using our hybrid model.
✅ Enhanced Zoom Functionality: Editing intricate details has never been easier. AN-SOF 8.50 introduces a convenient zoom-in option with the click of a button. Simply access the expansion box through the toolbar’s magnifying glass icon and fine-tune small wires within large structures effortlessly.
✅ Extended Power Budget: Gain valuable insights with the integration of Front-to-Rear (F/R) and Front-To-Back (F/B) ratios into the Power Budget table. Explore F/R and F/B plots as a function of frequency with a simple click on the table headers in the Results tab. You’ll also find this essential data included in the CSV output file during bulk simulations.
✅ Expanded Compatibility: AN-SOF now supports current sources defined via the EX 6 command of NEC-4.2 when importing NEC files. Seamlessly import your preferred NEC files and take full advantage of AN-SOF’s capabilities.
✅ Insulation Integration: Importing NEC files becomes even more versatile with support for wire insulation defined via the IS command. Add insulation to individual wires or the entire setup effortlessly, providing you with greater customization options.
✅ Improved Far-Field Calculation: AN-SOF 8.50 offers enhanced far-field computation, ensuring accurate Directivity and Efficiency calculations for all scenarios. Whether you’ve set a real ground plane or an infinite substrate slab combined with the Vertical, Horizontal, or Custom options in the Far-Field panel setup, rest assured of precise results.
Accelerate your antenna design and simulation prowess with AN-SOF 8.50. Upgrade today and unlock boundless potential for your projects. Don’t miss out – download now!
