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A Yagi-Uda antenna, commonly referred to simply as a Yagi antenna, is a type of directional antenna that is widely used for communications and broadcasting. Here are its main characteristics and components: Components 1. **Driven Element**: This is the active part of the antenna, usually a dipole, which is connected to the transmission line (coaxial cable) and receives or transmits the radio waves. 2. **Reflector**: Positioned behind the driven element, the reflector is slightly longer than the driven element and serves to reflect radio waves back toward the driven element, enhancing the signal in the desired direction. 3. **Directors**: These are elements placed in front of the driven element. They are typically shorter than the driven element and help direct the radio waves, focusing the antenna's beam in a specific direction. Design and Function - **Directional**: The Yagi antenna is highly directional, meaning it can focus radio waves in a particular direction, which makes it very efficient for point-to-point communication. - **Gain**: The design of the Yagi antenna allows it to have a higher gain compared to simpler antennas like dipoles. Gain refers to the ability of the antenna to focus energy in a particular direction. - **Polarization**: It can be oriented to be either horizontally or vertically polarized, depending on the application. - **Frequency Range**: Yagi antennas are commonly used in the VHF (Very High Frequency) and UHF (Ultra High Frequency) bands but can be designed for a wide range of frequencies. Applications - **Television Reception**: One of the most common uses of Yagi antennas is in rooftop television antennas. - **Ham Radio**: Amateur radio operators use Yagi antennas for long-distance communication. - **Wi-Fi and Wireless Communications**: Yagi antennas can be used to extend the range of Wi-Fi networks or other wireless communications systems. Advantages - **High Gain**: The directional focus allows for greater gain, improving signal strength and quality. - **Simplicity and Cost**: Yagi antennas are relatively simple to construct and are cost-effective for the performance they provide. Disadvantages - **Directional Nature**: While beneficial in many contexts, the directional nature means the antenna must be precisely aimed, which can be a limitation in some applications. The Yagi-Uda antenna was invented by Shintaro Uda and Hidetsugu Yagi in Japan in the 1920s, and it has since become one of the most popular antenna designs due to its effectiveness and relatively straightforward construction.

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