Antennas and Beyond!
The Antenna Lab
Unlock the world of antenna design! This section offers engaging resources for educators and students, fostering a deeper understanding of antenna theory and practical applications.
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Step-by-Step: Modeling Basic Yagi-Uda Arrays for Beginners
Master Yagi-Uda simulation in AN-SOF! This quick guide walks you through modeling a 3-element array (reflector, driven element, director). Analyze radiation patterns with professional results.
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Modeling a Center-Fed Cylindrical Antenna with AN-SOF
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.
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AN-SOF Data Export: A Guide to Streamlining Your Workflow
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.
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Enhancing Antenna Design Flexibility: Project Merging in AN-SOF
Discover how AN-SOF’s project merging feature enhances antenna design flexibility by seamlessly integrating supporting structures, enabling performance comparisons with and without a support.
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How to Adjust the Radiation Pattern Reference Point for Better Visualization
Improve the clarity of your simulation results by learning how to adjust the radiation pattern origin (or phase center) in AN-SOF. This simple adjustment allows for better visual alignment of the pattern with the actual antenna structure, offering a more intuitive spatial interpretation of the radiation. Importantly, this shift is purely cosmetic and does not…
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Quick Start Guide
Master antenna simulation using AN-SOF software. Enhance your design process and gain insights into the first steps of modeling antennas with ease.
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Explore 5 Antenna Models with Less Than 50 Segments in AN-SOF Trial Version
Discover 5 antenna models with less than 50 segments in AN-SOF Trial Version. These examples showcase the capabilities of our software for antenna modeling and design, allowing you to evaluate its features for your projects.
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Generating Field Isocontours: Integrating AN-SOF with Scilab
Learn how to create high-quality field isocontours by combining AN-SOF data with Scilab. This guide covers setting up near-field grids, exporting full coordinate data to CSV, and using our custom Scilab script to visualize electric or magnetic field levels as clear, actionable contour plots.
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AN-SOF Antenna Simulation Best Practices: Checking and Correcting Model Errors
Refine AN-SOF antenna simulations. Identify and resolve errors with precision, ensuring model integrity.
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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!
