Orientation of Receiver Antennas given orientation of transmitter

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The discussion centers on the orientation of a receiving electric dipole antenna in relation to a vertically oriented transmitting electric dipole antenna. It is established that the receiving antenna should also be oriented vertically to align with the electric field wave emitted by the transmitter. This parallel orientation ensures optimal reception of the radio waves. Participants confirm that the antennas must be aligned to maximize efficiency in signal reception.

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  • Understanding of electric dipole antennas
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  • Basic grasp of electromagnetic fields
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Homework Statement



An electric dipole antenna used to transmit radio waves is oriented vertically. At a point due north of the transmitter, how should a second electric dipole antenna be oriented to serve as a reciever?

Homework Equations



Im not sure if my answer below makes sense, is there a good way to solve this type of problem?


The Attempt at a Solution



The second dipole should be oriented vertically in line with the electric field wave.
 
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monke said:

Homework Statement



An electric dipole antenna used to transmit radio waves is oriented vertically. At a point due north of the transmitter, how should a second electric dipole antenna be oriented to serve as a reciever?

Homework Equations



Im not sure if my answer below makes sense, is there a good way to solve this type of problem?


The Attempt at a Solution



The second dipole should be oriented vertically in line with the electric field wave.

Your answer is fine. You want the two antennas to be oriented parallel to each other.
 

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