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1. (a) Define Directivity and Gain of an antenna. Bring out the relation between Directivity and
Gain.
(b) The Normalized field pattern of an end fine array is given by
En=Sin(π/2N)Sin(nψ/2)/Sin(ψ/2)
where ψ =dr (cosφ -1)- π/n
dr= π/2
n=10.
i. Calculate the Gain G
ii. Calculate the Approximate Gain. [8+8]
2. (a) From the expressions for E and H due to radiating element, show the average power
radiated is given by
Pav = Errms / 2n w/m2
(b) Explain how an antenna radiates power into free space and list out the properties of an
antenna. [6+10]
3. (a) Derive the expressions for width of principal beam for
i. broadside array
ii. end fire array of n isotropic elements of spacing distance ‘d’ between successive ele-
ments.
(b) Describe Binomial array and state its merits and demerits. [10+6]
4. (a) Explain the construction of Rhombic Antenna with balloon and termination. Draw the
radiation pattern of rhombic antenna
i. over perfectly conducting plane.
ii. in the presence of earth.
(b) Derive electric field expression for Non Resonant antenna. [8+8]
5. (a) Explain how the radiation pattern of folded dipole will be modified with the addition of a
reflector and two directors parasitic elements.
(b) Bring out the differences between Active and Passive Corner Reflectors. What are Retro
Reflectors? [8+8]
6. (a) Explain why the beam widths in the two perpendicular planes of radiation of a square
pyramidal horn will be different. Derive gain formula.
(b) What is an antenna test range? What is minimum distance at which test should be taken
for an antenna 5m in diameter and working at 6GHz? Derive the necessary expression.
[8+8]
7. (a) How are Ionospheric layers formed and how does it allow radio propagation? Explain.
(b) Derive an expression for critical frequency and MUF for an ionospheric layers.
[8+8]
8. (a) Find the maximum distance that can be covered by a space wave when antenna heights
are 80m and 50m. ‘
(b) Explain the concept of Super Refraction. [8+8]
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Code No: R5310405 2
III B.Tech I Semester(R05) Supplementary Examinations, May 2009
ANTENNAS AND WAVE PROPAGATION
(Electronics & Communication Engineering)
Time: 3 hours Max Marks: 80
Answer any FIVE Questions
All Questions carry equal marks
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Code No: R5310405 3
III B.Tech I Semester(R05) Supplementary Examinations, May 2009
ANTENNAS AND WAVE PROPAGATION
(Electronics & Communication Engineering)
Time: 3 hours Max Marks: 80
Answer any FIVE Questions
All Questions carry equal marks
?????
2. (a) Obtain the Expression for the Radiation Fields of Half Dipole and Draw the pattern in
two planes.
(b) Explain the effect of Earth in evaluating radiating fields from Antennas close to Earth.
[8+8]
3. (a) Explain what are meant by Collinear, End fire and Broadside disposition of antenna arrays.
(b) Prove that the directivity of a BSA of two identical isotropic in phase point sources spaced
distance ‘d’ apart is given by
D(θ, Ø) = 2/[1 + Sinßd/ßd]. [8+8]
4. (a) Explain the construction of Rhombic Antenna with balloon and termination. Draw the
radiation pattern of rhombic antenna
i. over perfectly conducting plane.
ii. in the presence of earth.
(b) Derive electric field expression for Non Resonant antenna. [8+8]
5. (a) Compute the gain, principle beam width and HPBW of a 10m diameter parabolic dish
with a half wave length dipole feed in focus at 10GHz.
(b) Explain the Cassegrain mechanism in transmission mode. List out the advantages and
disadvantages of Cassegrain feed. [8+8]
6. (a) With a neat setup, explain the method of measurement of the beam width of pyramidal
horn antennas in E-plane. How does it differ from H-plane measurement?
(b) Explain the basic principle of operation of lens antenna. [8+8]
7. (a) Discuss the features that lead to fading and attenuation in ionospheric propagation.
(b) What is Wave Tilt? How does it effect the field strength received at a distance from the
transmitter? [8+8]
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Code No: R5310405 4
III B.Tech I Semester(R05) Supplementary Examinations, May 2009
ANTENNAS AND WAVE PROPAGATION
(Electronics & Communication Engineering)
Time: 3 hours Max Marks: 80
Answer any FIVE Questions
All Questions carry equal marks
?????
?????