Title: Adaptable CPW feed antenna optimisation for WLAN and sub-6 GHz 5G connectivity

Authors: A. Ponraj; S. Mohamed Meeran; S. Keerthian

Addresses: Department of Electronics and Communication Engineering, Easwari Engineering College, 162, Bharathi Salai, Ramapuram, Chennai, 600089, Tamil Nadu, India ' Department of Electronics and Communication Engineering, Easwari Engineering College, 162, Bharathi Salai, Ramapuram, Chennai, 600089, Tamil Nadu, India ' Department of Electronics and Communication Engineering, Easwari Engineering College, 162, Bharathi Salai, Ramapuram, Chennai, 600089, Tamil Nadu, India

Abstract: In the evolving environment of wireless communications driven by 5G networks, the need for antennas that are dynamic and able to adapt to various needs has become important. This paper provides a comprehensive review of antennas adapted for 5G applications to provide a basis for design and performance standards. This paper first presents the main points and issues arising from 5G networks, especially when considering the additional scales, regarding the need for antennas to adapt to the frequency band and support multiple input multiple output settings. Examines cutting-edge reconfigurable antenna design, highlighting advances in tuneable components, phased arrays, and advanced materials to increase flexibility in the 5G spectrum. In addition, this research also focuses on the impact of the upgrade on key performance indicators for 5G applications. Through a combination of theoretical analysis and empirical research, this paper carefully examines the trade-offs and synergies in the development of antennas for some applications.

Keywords: 5G; reconfigurable antenna; hexagonal shape; WLAN; wireless local area network; sub-GHz; S-parameter; VSWR; voltage standing wave ratio; peak gain.

DOI: 10.1504/IJMNDI.2024.144007

International Journal of Mobile Network Design and Innovation, 2024 Vol.11 No.2, pp.102 - 108

Received: 03 Jul 2024
Accepted: 18 Sep 2024
Published online: 20 Jan 2025 *

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