DUAL-BAND DRONE GPS ANTENNA DESIGN AND APPLICATION
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This study investigates the design and development of a dual-band directional microstrip patch antenna for unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs). The antenna is optimized to operate within the GPS L1 (1.57 GHz) and L2 (1.22 GHz) frequency bands. It is designed to enhance long-distance transmission performance by optimizing gain and directivity, particularly for UAV communication. The primary objective of this study is to develop a cost-effective, locally developed antenna solution suitable for counter-UAV applications in controlled and authorized environments. The antenna design was simulated using CST Studio and validated through experimental testing. The simulation and experimental measurements demonstrated excellent impedance matching and efficient performance across both frequency bands. The antenna pattern was precisely etched onto the FR-4 substrate during manufacturing using photolithographic techniques. The proposed structure offers a compact, lightweight, and low-cost solution suitable for integration into small- and medium-sized UAV platforms.
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Birincil Dil
İngilizce
Konular
İletişim Mühendisliği (Diğer)
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Araştırma Makalesi
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Alperen Tokdemir
0009-0003-1173-6208
Türkiye
Begüm Karaışık
0009-0002-6174-0777
Türkiye
Ediz Erdem
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0000-0003-1901-2055
Türkiye
Yayımlanma Tarihi
4 Ağustos 2026
Gönderilme Tarihi
16 Ocak 2025
Kabul Tarihi
20 Nisan 2026
Yayımlandığı Sayı
Yıl 2026 Cilt: 31 Sayı: 2