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A Compact Four-Element MIMO Antenna for 5 G Millimeter-Wave (37–39 GHz) Applications

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This study introduces an innovative four-port millimeter-wave (mm-wave) Multiple Input Multiple Output (MIMO) antenna tailored for 5 G applications. Fabricated with a compact size of 25 mm x 25 mm, the antenna employs Rogers RT Duroid 5880 material, which has a thickness of 0.8 mm. This research introduces a high-gain, compact MIMO antenna addressing limitations discussed in related literature, operating at 37–39 GHz and ideal for mm-wave applications due to its small size, low profile, and efficient radiation capability. The antenna operates in the range of 37–39 GHz, with an impressive 10 dB impedance bandwidth. Impressively, the isolation among antenna elements reaches 25 dB, achieved by maintaining an edge-to-edge distance between elements of just 5.45 mm and employing orthogonal arrangements. Through rigorous experimentation, the antenna demonstrates substantial performance metrics, achieving directivity and gain of up to 8 dB and 5 dB, respectively. The fabricated antenna undergoes thorough measurement, and all results are found to be well-correlated with simulated results. This emphasizes the reliability and accuracy of the proposed design. The study establishes the antenna as a suitable contender for future mm-wave applications, providing valuable insights into the potential of compact MIMO configurations in the high-frequency spectrum. The achieved performance metrics and reliable measurements position the proposed design as a promising candidate for advancing communication systems and emerging technologies in the mm-wave domain

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Ramanathan, S., Maria, A.B. A Compact Four-Element MIMO Antenna for 5 G Millimeter-Wave (37–39 GHz) Applications. J Infrared Milli Terahz Waves (2024). https://doi.org/10.1007/s10762-024-00990-1

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