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Discussion Overview
The discussion revolves around the design and characteristics of S-shaped antennas, exploring why such a design is popular among engineers and researchers. The conversation includes visual representations and comparisons to other shapes, as well as inquiries into the origins of the images used.
Discussion Character
- Exploratory
- Debate/contested
Main Points Raised
- Some participants describe the antenna as having an S shape and question its design rationale.
- There are comments comparing the appearance of the antenna to DNA strands or molecular models, indicating curiosity about its form.
- Participants express confusion about the image's relevance to antennas and seek clarification from the original poster.
- One participant mentions conducting a Google Images search for the picture but finds no direct hits, suggesting a need for more context.
- Humorous remarks are made about the antenna resembling giant gummy bears, indicating a light-hearted tone in parts of the discussion.
- There are quiz questions posed regarding antenna patterns, with a playful suggestion of a "yogi antenna."
- Some posts reference parallel discussions in other threads, indicating a broader context for the topic.
Areas of Agreement / Disagreement
Participants do not reach a consensus on the purpose or characteristics of the S-shaped antenna, and multiple interpretations and questions remain unresolved.
Contextual Notes
The discussion includes references to images and external links that may provide additional context, but the relevance and accuracy of these images are not established within the thread.
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berkeman
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What the heck is that thing? It looks like some strangely shaped DNA strands or some molecular model...qnach said:
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And why do you think that is a picture of an antenna?qnach said:
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berkeman
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I did a Google Images search on the picture, but didn't get any direct hits. Guess we'll need to wait for the OP to come back and tell us where they got the image...
https://s-media-cache-ak0.pinimg.com/736x/49/66/75/496675704ea53d67425e94f93c1a059e.jpg
https://www.fkf.mpg.de/155665/ag2nio2-1335440668.jpg
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https://s-media-cache-ak0.pinimg.com/736x/49/66/75/496675704ea53d67425e94f93c1a059e.jpg
https://www.fkf.mpg.de/155665/ag2nio2-1335440668.jpg
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EGADS ... giant gummy bear antennas !berkeman said:
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Quiz Question -- Sketch the antenna patterns...phinds said:
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berkeman said:Quiz Question -- Sketch the antenna patterns...
Would it be anything like a yogi antenna?
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Thanks Baluncore. This thread is closed -- the discussion should be kept in the other thread.Baluncore said: