Half-wave dipole

GPTKB entity

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Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:radio_station
gptkbp:antenna_tuner may be used to improve performance
gptkbp:application gptkb:broadcasting
amateur radio
television transmission
gptkbp:color_scheme linear polarization
gptkbp:common_mode_currents can be an issue without proper balun
gptkbp:construction_material can be made from copper or aluminum
gptkbp:design simple to construct
gptkbp:difficulty relatively low complexity
gptkbp:directionality non-directional in the horizontal plane
gptkbp:element two conductive elements
gptkbp:feed_line requires a feed line for connection
gptkbp:feed_point_impedance approximately 73 ohms
gptkbp:feed_system located at the center
gptkbp:frequency varies based on length
provides good signal strength when properly installed
gptkbp:ground_plane can be used with or without
gptkbp:grounding may require grounding for safety
gptkbp:has_variations can be modified for specific needs
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Half-wave dipole
gptkbp:impedance varies with frequency and installation height
gptkbp:impedance_matching important for minimizing reflections
gptkbp:increased typically around 2.15 d Bi
gptkbp:installation can be installed as an inverted V configuration
can be installed horizontally or vertically
gptkbp:installation_height affects performance
gptkbp:length half the wavelength of the frequency used
length = 468 / frequency in MHz
gptkbp:maintenance requires minimal maintenance
gptkbp:match_type requires matching for optimal performance
gptkbp:material often made from insulated wire
gptkbp:notable_applications used in VHF and UHF communications
used in ham radio
used in shortwave radio
gptkbp:operational_use high efficiency
generally high in open space
gptkbp:performance affected by nearby objects
can be enhanced with additional elements
gptkbp:price generally low cost to build
gptkbp:radiation emits electromagnetic waves
gptkbp:radiation_angle depends on height above ground
gptkbp:radiation_efficiency depends on construction quality
high in free space
gptkbp:radiation_pattern figure-eight
gptkbp:ram limited bandwidth
gptkbp:safety should be installed away from power lines
should be taken during installation.
gptkbp:tuning can be adjusted using traps or coils
can be tuned for different frequencies
gptkbp:type radio antenna
gptkbp:type_of gptkb:end-fed_dipole
center-fed dipole
gptkbp:water_resistance can be affected by environmental conditions
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Dipole_antenna
gptkbp:bfsLayer 6