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Optimization of short-pulse GPR transmit antenna

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By analyzing the current distribution of Bow-Tie antenna used in short-pulse ground penetrating radar, the methods of antenna load and driving are presented in this paper to reduce strength of reflective wave both at antenna end and excitation point. The numerical simulation results show the strength of reflective wave is smaller than −55 dB comparing with the driving wave when the methods are adopted.

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  1. School of Electronic Information, Wuhan University, 430072, Wuhan, Hubei, China

    Li Tai-quan, Tian Mao & Xu Ji-sheng

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  1. Li Tai-quan
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Correspondence to Tian Mao.

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Foundation item: Supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China (49984001)

Biography: LI Tai-quan (1961-), male, Ph. D candidate, research direction: antenna model and design

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Tai-quan, L., Mao, T. & Ji-sheng, X. Optimization of short-pulse GPR transmit antenna. Wuhan Univ. J. Nat. Sci. 9, 909–912 (2004). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF02850797

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