Radiation Resistance (in terms of λ)
Definition
Radiation resistance represents how effectively an antenna radiates power. It can be expressed in terms of wavelength (λ).
Formula (Short Dipole)
For a short dipole antenna (l ≪ λ):
Rr = 80π² (l / λ)²
Simplified Formula
Rr ≈ 790 (l / λ)²
Since 80π² ≈ 790
Half-Wave Dipole
For a half-wave dipole antenna:
Rr ≈ 73 Ω
Example
If l = λ / 10:
Rr = 790 (1/10)²
Rr = 790 × 0.01
Rr = 7.9 Ω
Summary
- Depends on (l / λ)²
- Larger antenna → higher radiation resistance
- Important for antenna design
- Short dipole: Rr = 80π² (l / λ)²
- Approx: Rr ≈ 790 (l / λ)²
- Half-wave dipole: ≈ 73 Ω