Antennas and Wave Propagation

Antennas and Wave Propagation By G.S.N. Raju

Written for the first course on antennas and wave propagation, this book begins with an introduction covering the fundamental concepts, notations, representation, and principles that govern the field of antennas. A separate chapter on mathematical preliminaries follows, before moving through every major aspect of antennas — from Maxwell's equations to antenna array analysis, antenna array synthesis, antenna measurements, and wave propagation. Chapter 3 covers antenna fundamentals and radiation, Chapter 4 deals with the analysis of linear arrays, and Chapter 5 explains array synthesis in detail, followed by chapters on HF, VHF, and UHF antennas and microwave antennas, various antenna measurement techniques, and a concluding chapter on wave propagation. An exclusive question bank of objective-type questions is provided at the end of the book for practice. The book is noted by readers for explaining each type of antenna and its underlying theory point-wise, making the subject approachable through understanding rather than rote memorization.

Topics commonly covered include:

• Mathematical preliminaries and Maxwell's equations

• Antenna fundamentals and radiation

• Wire antennas and dipoles

• Analysis of linear arrays

• Array synthesis

• HF, VHF, and UHF antennas

• Microwave antennas (horn, reflector, lens)

• Antenna measurements

• Wave propagation (ground wave, space wave, ionospheric wave)

Key features:

• Exclusive objective-type question bank included for exam practice

• Each chapter followed by solved problems and objective-type questions for self-testing

• Written by a professor with 24 years of teaching and research experience in electromagnetic field theory, antennas, and microwave communication

• Point-wise explanation style that favors understanding over memorization

• Comprehensive single-volume coverage of both antenna theory and wave propagation

Perfect for:

• Electrical and electronics/communication engineering students taking their first antennas course

• Students preparing for GATE, UPSC, or DRDO recruitment exams

• Practicing engineers and technicians working with antenna systems

• Faculty teaching antenna theory or wave propagation courses

Available at Prince Book Depot. Cash on Delivery available. Nationwide delivery across Pakistan.