Computation of Resonant Frequency of Gap-coupled Ring Microstrip Antennas

In this paper, an analytical model for computing the resonant frequency of the gap-coupled ring microstrip patch antennas is developed. The analytical model is based upon the cavity model along with circuit theory. Using the field expressions and boundary conditions, the transcendental equation for the structure is developed. The analytically computed results are compared with the simulated results. The simulation work is carried out by using computer simulation technology (CST) microwave studio simulator. The comparison between simulated and computed results shows good agreement.