Continuous Rapid-Beam-Scanning and Circular-Polarized Leaky-Wave Antenna Based on Meandering-SIW with Defected Ground Structures
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Abstract:
A compact high-scanning-rate circular-polarized leaky-wave antenna (LWA) based on a meandering substrate integrated waveguide (SIW) with defected ground structures (DGSs) is presented. The meandering-SIW design is employed to enhance the beam scanning rate, while circular polarization is achieved by etching π-shaped slots on the top plane. To suppress the open stopband at broadside, offset circular DGSs are periodically etched on the ground plane. Their impact on the reflection coefficient and axial ratio is then analyzed through a parametric study. A prototype of the antenna is simulated, fabricated, and measured. Both simulated and measured results indicate a scanning rate of approximately 8.6, with continuous beam scanning from -41°to 59°across the 11.3—12.7 GHz operating band. The antenna maintains an axial ratio below 3 dB within the 11.5—12.3 GHz range. This design shows promise for use in wireless communication systems, particularly in environments with increasingly limited spectrum resources.
RUAN Yizheng, NIU Zhenyi, CHEN Weikang, ZHAO Yongjiu, PAN Shilong. Continuous Rapid-Beam-Scanning and Circular-Polarized Leaky-Wave Antenna Based on Meandering-SIW with Defected Ground Structures[J]. Transactions of Nanjing University of Aeronautics & Astronautics,2025,(1):80-89