High-Gain Microstrip Patch Antenna for Satellite and Radar Applications

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Year : 2026 | Volume : 13 | 02 | Page :
    By

    Bibhu Prasad Ganthia,

  • Rosalin Pradhan,

  1. Assistant Professor, Department of Electrical Engineering, Indira Gandhi Institute of Technology, Sarang, Dhenkanal, Odisha, India
  2. Assistant Professor, Department of Electrical Engineering, Indira Gandhi Institute of Technology, Sarang, Dhenkanal, Odisha, India

Abstract

The growing demand for high-speed wireless communication, satellite connectivity, and advanced radar systems has increased the necessity for compact and high-performance antenna designs. This study presents the design and analysis of a high-gain microstrip patch antenna intended for satellite and radar applications operating in the microwave frequency range. The proposed antenna structure is developed using a low-loss dielectric substrate to enhance radiation efficiency, bandwidth, and gain characteristics while maintaining a compact profile. Various antenna parameters such as return loss, voltage standing wave ratio (VSWR), radiation pattern, bandwidth, and gain are investigated through electromagnetic simulation techniques. The antenna incorporates optimized patch dimensions and feeding mechanisms to achieve improved directional radiation and reduced signal loss. Simulation results demonstrate that the proposed antenna achieves high gain, stable impedance matching, and superior radiation performance suitable for long-distance communication and target detection systems. The compact geometry and lightweight structure make the antenna highly suitable for integration into modern aerospace, defense, and wireless communication platforms. The antenna also shows improved operating stability in a range of environmental and frequency situations. The study concludes that the designed microstrip patch antenna offers an efficient and cost-effective solution for next-generation satellite communication and radar technologies requiring reliable high-frequency performance.

Keywords: Microstrip Patch Antenna, High Gain, Satellite Communication, Radar Systems, Microwave Frequency, Wireless Communication.

How to cite this article:
Bibhu Prasad Ganthia, Rosalin Pradhan. High-Gain Microstrip Patch Antenna for Satellite and Radar Applications. Journal of Microwave Engineering and Technologies. 2026; 13(02):-.
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Bibhu Prasad Ganthia, Rosalin Pradhan. High-Gain Microstrip Patch Antenna for Satellite and Radar Applications. Journal of Microwave Engineering and Technologies. 2026; 13(02):-. Available from: https://journals.stmjournals.com/jomet/article=2026/view=246792


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Volume 13
02
Received 26/05/2026
Accepted 12/06/2026
Published 16/06/2026
Publication Time 21 Days
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