I've found circular gives consistantly better results than a linear polarized antenna with the current amateur satellites.
The IARU-R1 VHF Managers Handbook mentions standards for polarization on page 122. It can be downloaded at http://www.iaru-r1.org/index.php?option=com_remository&Itemid=173&func=startdown&id=428 73 Trevor M5AKA --- On Sun, 13/5/12, David 4X1DG <[email protected]> wrote: > Is a UHF circular polarization > antenna needed for the current operational > satellites? > I am planning some work on my antenna system and wonder if > the CP > is needed, or actually, deteriorate the signal by 3dB if the > satellites are using linear antennae?? > > > _______________________________________________ > Sent via [email protected]. > Opinions expressed are those of the author. > Not an AMSAT-NA member? Join now to support the amateur > satellite program! > Subscription settings: http://amsat.org/mailman/listinfo/amsat-bb > _______________________________________________ Sent via [email protected]. Opinions expressed are those of the author. Not an AMSAT-NA member? Join now to support the amateur satellite program! Subscription settings: http://amsat.org/mailman/listinfo/amsat-bb
