Polarization Reconfigurable Patch Antenna for Wireless Sensor Network Applications

Abstract

Polarization reconfigurable microstrip patch antenna is presented for 2.4–2.5 GHz wireless sensor network and WLAN applications. Dual feed degenerate mode patch is used as the starting point for circular polarization and L-shaped islands which can be connected or disconnected to the main patch via RF switches are placed around the patch. When L-shape structure is connected, the patch radiates in linear polarization modes with either vertical or horizontal polarization depending on the feed being used. When RF switches are not biased, the antenna is in circular polarization mode. Full wave simulations and measurements were carried out to validate the design.