Cheap Antennas for AMSAT LEO Satellites
Construction guide for dual-band 145/435 MHz antennas for Low Earth Orbit satellite communications. Includes detailed dimensions for 2 to 4 element 145 MHz Yagi antennas and 3 to 8 element 435 MHz versions. Features J-driven element design, band splitter circuit using high-pass and low-pass filters with pencil-wound coils, and element mounting techniques. Provides performance comparison with commercial Arrow antenna and tuning procedures. Written by Kent Britain WA5VJB.
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- Radio & Communications