Design of microstrip patch antenna with diamond shaped tuning slots for UWB communications

This study presents the design of a microstrip patch antenna with diamond shaped tuning slots for using in ultra-wideband (UWB) communication systems. The antenna simulations are carried out by using CST Microwave Studio. Geometrical parameters of the proposed antenna are designed by optimizing return loss, voltage standing wave ratio and radiation patterns to comply with UWB standards throughout the range of 3.1 GHz –10.6 GHz frequencies. It is seen that the results of the designed antenna parameters are in good agreement with UWB standarts.