Understanding The Functions Of Military Antenna Mast

By Tammie Caldwell


Antennas used in military operations need to be functional, effective, and handy. There are so many innovations of antennas that weigh very lightly. Such designs are more preferred because militaries are already bringing a lot of heavy ammunitions and weapons. In manufacturing these, it is a never ending exploration and experimentation in order to come up with a final product that is cost effective and will require low cost manufacturing.

Radio communications is one of the most reliable and convenient ways to connect with men on the base or on battlefields. In designing a military Antenna Mast, it is essential to consider the materials, size, and bandwidth. Moreover, the costs need to be taken into account. One of the most preferred radio communication system is called RF antenna. This does not have a very appealing design but it is the most reliable in communicating through wireless means.

The RF antenna is very common but users tend to complain on how heavy and big they are. They are often inconvenient to bring in battle areas because the men still have to bring heavy loads of bullets, ammunitions, and firearms. Hence, manufacturers and designers are having a dilemma regarding how they can actually resize it into smaller versions, as requested.

In the battle grounds, where the tension is very high, the men still need to bring along with them antennas that are too heavy and are too tall they overtake the height of a man. Hence, the inconvenience will cause the life of the one assigned to carry it. Again, according to the physics explained by the experts, the taller the material is, the better the reception.

Unfortunately, there is still no known device and innovation of antennas that are handier and least heavy. If there already are, it would be much easier for the army to carry them while on the battlefield or wherever they may be assigned. But the professionals are on their way as they are continuously finding ways to make this possible.

It is easy to suggest that mobile phones be used. It may sound and look really easy to do but there are also loopholes in this. It is true that mobile phones are handier and that they are very efficient. But the question lies in its efficiency on any area and condition.

Cell phones still need extensive and intensive signals that are based on the ground because they do not depend on radio frequencies. There are few or no signal infrastructures for mobile phones in war areas so it will be such a hassle trying to get a reception that will likely give the best communication systems integration from one area to another. Having limited service will lead to risks especially in emergency cases.

Hence, only RF communications systems are suitable in these areas, the experts reiterate. But applications engineers are already finding ways to shrink down the size of these antennas although it is nearly impossible to do so. Studies and experiments are still ongoing while the demand for smaller devices for battle increase dramatically.

Also, satellite communications are very efficient. These can be used in information dissemination quicker and more efficiently. These are the ones being used by armies to report the locations of enemies using communication codes.




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