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Analysis of a u-slot patch using characteristic mode analysis and coupled mode theory

Borchardt, John J.; Lapointe, Tyler C.

Patch antennas incorporating a U-shaped slot are well-known to have relatively large (about 30%) impedance bandwidths. This paper uses Characteristic Mode Analysis to show a classic U-slot patch geometry supports in-phase and anti-phase coupled modes that occur within Coupled Mode Theory.