This book presents the technology of millimetre waves and Terahertz (THz) antennas. It highlights the importance of moderate and high-gain aperture antennas as key devices for establishing point-to-point and point-to-multipoint radio links for far-field and near-field applications, such as high data-rate communications, intelligent transport, security imaging, exploration and surveillance systems. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the key antenna technologies developed for the mm wave and THz domains, including established ones – such as integrated lens antennas, advanced 2D and 3D horn antennas, transmit and reflect arrays, and Fabry-Perot antennas – as well as emerging metasurface antennas for near-field and far-field applications. It describes the pros and cons of each antenna technology in comparison with other available solutions, a discussion supplemented by practical examples illustrating the step-by-step implementation procedures for each antenna type. The measurement techniques available at these frequency ranges are also presented to close the loop of the antenna development cycle. In closing, the book outlines future trends in various antenna technologies, paving the way for further developments.
Presenting content originating from the five-year ESF research networking program ‘Newfocus’ and co-authored by the most active and highly cited research groups in the domain of mm- and sub-mm-wave antenna technologies, the book offers a valuable guide for researchers and engineers in both industry and academia.
Presents established and emerging applications, including high-data-rate communications (5G and beyond), intelligent transport, and imaging systems
Includes a detailed discussion of the pros and cons of each antenna technology as well as practical examples of its implementation
Provides an overview of the antenna measurement techniques available for the characterization of mm- and sub-mm-wave antennas
Displays the full cycle of antenna development, from the design to fabrication and characterization
Artem Boriskin
Antenna Technologies Antenna Benchmarking Advanced Antenna Measurement Techniques Integrated Lens Antennas Advanced Horn Antennas Metasurface Antennas Antenna Practical Examples Terahertz antennas Near-field focusing antennas Fabry-Perot antennas Substrate Integrated lens antennas Conformal diffractive lens antennas