Effects of Electron/Ion Particle Spray on Antennae

In summary, the person is wondering if their patch antenna, calibrated for 300 MHz, could pick up a signal if it was exposed to a spray of electrons or ions. They have observed a strong signal voltage drop and spike in the antenna response, which seems to correlate with when the antenna is being sprayed. However, the frequency of this signal is lower than 300 MHz. They are asking if this is a possible effect of the particle spray or if there is another cause for this low frequency signal. The antenna is located near a target being impacted by small iron particles traveling at around 30 km/s.
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I was wondering if an antenna could pick up some sort of signal if it was exposed to a spray of electrons or ions. For instance I have a patch antenna calibrated for 300 MHz. The patch antenna was placed in an environment where it could be getting sprayed by a wave of electrons followed by a wave of ions. In the antenna response I see a very strong signal voltage drop follow by a strong spike that is temporally correlated with when it would be getting sprayed, but the frequency of this signal is orders of magnitude below 300 MHz. Is this a possible effect of the particle spray, or is it more likely that something else is the cause of this low frequency signal showing up on a high frequency antenna. Any help would be GREATLY appreciated!
 
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Is this something that is actually happening? If so, what kind of environment is your antenna located in?
 
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The antenna is located near a target that is being impacted by small iron particles traveling around 30 km/s
 

1. What is the purpose of studying the effects of electron/ion particle spray on antennae?

The purpose of this study is to better understand how electron/ion particle spray affects the performance and functionality of antennae. This can have implications in various industries such as telecommunications, aerospace, and defense.

2. How is the electron/ion particle spray applied to the antennae?

The electron/ion particle spray is typically applied using specialized equipment that can generate and control the flow of particles. These particles are then directed towards the antennae at a specific velocity and density.

3. What types of antennae are most commonly used in this study?

The most commonly used antennae in this study are dipole antennae and microstrip patch antennae. These types of antennae are widely used in various applications and are relatively easy to manufacture and test.

4. What are the potential effects of electron/ion particle spray on antennae?

The potential effects of electron/ion particle spray on antennae can include changes in radiation patterns, impedance, and resonant frequency. It can also cause degradation of the antenna's performance, such as reduced gain and bandwidth.

5. How can the results of this study be applied in practical applications?

The results of this study can be applied in practical applications by providing insights into the behavior of antennae when exposed to electron/ion particle spray. This can help in designing more robust and efficient antennae for various industries, as well as in developing countermeasures to protect antennae from particle spray interference.

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