Sensitivity analysis of a 1 to 18 GHz broadband DRGH antenna

Abstract

In this paper some properties of a 1-18 GHz double ridged guide horn antenna (DRGH) with a feeding section including coaxial input and a back shorting plate are rigorously investigated. Most desired electromagnetic characteristics of this antenna is achieved by empirically finding sizes for different parameters, however there is no explanation for the effect of most of them in open literature. In order to have a clear idea of the effects of different parameters, a 1-18 GHz DRGH has been simulated with HFSS. It is understood from the results that the parameters near feeding point such as the initial distance between ridges, the distance between the center of the probe and the cavity, and the radius of the inserted probe play a significant role in controlling VSWR and gain and in shaping the radiation pattern for high frequencies