Southwest Antennas has published a comprehensive guide that delves into essential principles and optimal practices for antenna spacing in systems featuring multiple antennas. The integration of MIMO (Multiple Input Multiple Output) and MANET (Mobile Ad Hoc Network) technologies is increasingly prevalent in UAVs (unmanned aerial vehicles) and othre unmanned systems. For design engineers and system integrators, understanding antenna spacing is crucial to enhance the reliability and data throughput of their communication systems.
explore the complete guide on the Southwest Antennas website.
This guide addresses the following topics:
- Strategies for achieving spatial diversity with multiple antennas
- Challenges associated with antenna coupling
- Methods for calculating antenna wavelength and appropriate spacing
- Considerations for directional sector antennas
- Spacing requirements for elements within multi-element antennas in MIMO and MANET systems
Utilizing multiple antennas per radio in MIMO and MANET systems can significantly boost network performance, especially in complex RF environments. However, to fully leverage these advantages, careful attention must be paid to antenna spacing. For further insights, visit the Southwest Antennas website to read the full guide.
