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Welcome to 'The Antenna Lab,' where we explore antenna concepts and simulations in a practical and intuitive way. Today is March 14th—Pi Day! What better way to celebrate than by demonstrating how a short dipole can have a radiation resistance of 3.14 Ohms?

Discover the new wire selection and editing tools in AN-SOF! From bulk selection with the Selection Box to precise control via the Tabular Input window, these features streamline antenna modeling. Modify multiple wires effortlessly and enhance your workflow. Explore these powerful tools today!

This article presents a hybrid modeling approach for coaxial transmission line antenna feeders, focusing on the impact of common-mode currents on the antenna radiation pattern. By explicitly modeling the outer shield of coaxial cables, we can accurately predict and mitigate RF interference, enhancing antenna system performance for RF engineers and enthusiasts.

Traditional coil inductance calculations often rely on simplified approximations. AN-SOF offers a more accurate approach by considering factors like non-uniform magnetic fields, conductor losses, and complex coil geometries. By using AN-SOF, you can obtain precise inductance values, visualize magnetic field and current distributions, to improve your coil designs.

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.

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.

This quick overview document provides a concise introduction to the capabilities of AN-SOF, designed to revolutionize the way you approach antenna design.

Rev up your AN-SOF skills with this video tutorial featuring two fast methods for adding elevated radials.

Understand the difference between Front-to-Rear (F/R) and Front-to-Back (F/B) ratios, key metrics for antenna directivity. Learn how to calculate and interpret these values using AN-SOF software. Improve your antenna designs with this essential knowledge.

This article validates AN-SOF's results against established formulas for V antennas, highlighting its advanced modeling capabilities. We explore optimal angles, directivity enhancements, and precise calculations, making AN-SOF a powerful tool for RF engineers, ham radio enthusiasts, and antenna designers.

This step-by-step guide empowers you to simulate circular loop antennas in AN-SOF. We'll configure the software, define loop geometry, and explore how its size relative to wavelength affects radiation patterns and input resistance. Gain valuable insights into this fundamental antenna type!

Explore the design and simulation of monopole antennas over imperfect ground using AN-SOF. Learn how ground conditions impact performance and optimize efficiency for LF/MF broadcasting applications.

After learning how to simulate a Cylindrical Antenna >, we are ready to build a dipole array. A 3-element Yagi-Uda antenna, consisting of a reflector, a driven element, and a director, is shown in Fig. 1, where the coordinates of the wire ends are indicated in meters. Step 1 | Setup Go to the Setup […]

Learn how to simulate a center-fed cylindrical antenna using AN-SOF software. This step-by-step guide covers setup, geometry creation, simulation, and result analysis. Understand dipole characteristics through practical examples.

Unleash the power of your AN-SOF simulations! This article explores the software's data export features, enabling you to seamlessly transfer results to spreadsheets for further analysis, report generation, and clear communication of your antenna design findings.