Bhavisha Vishalbhai Parvadiya | International Journal of Broadband Cellular Communication | Vol 11, Issue 01 | ISSN: 2455-8532
Abstract
The rapid growth of fifth-generation (5G) wireless communication systems has created significant demand for compact, high-gain, low-profile, and energy-efficient antenna technologies. Microstrip patch antennas have emerged as one of the most suitable antenna structures for 5G applications because of their lightweight design, low fabrication cost, compact size, ease of integration, and compatibility with modern wireless devices. However, conventional microstrip patch antennas suffer from limitations such as narrow bandwidth, low gain, and reduced efficiency at millimeter-wave frequencies. Therefore, advanced compact antenna design techniques are required to satisfy the performance requirements of modern 5G communication systems. Therefore, in order to meet the demanding performance needs of next- generation 5G communication systems, sophisticated small antenna design techniques and optimisation procedures are crucial. This research paper presents the design and simulation of compact microstrip patch antennas for 5G applications. The study discusses the fundamentals of microstrip antennas, antenna design methodology, substrate selection, feeding techniques, simulation tools, antenna performance parameters, compact antenna structures, and modern optimization methods. Important antenna characteristics such as return loss, Voltage Standing Wave Ratio (VSWR), gain, bandwidth, radiation pattern, efficiency, and impedance matching are analyzed to evaluate antenna performance. To assess overall antenna performance and compatibility for contemporary wireless communication systems, key antenna parameters such return loss, voltage standing wave ratio (VSWR), gain, bandwidth, radiation pattern, impedance matching, efficiency, and frequency response are examined.
Keyowrds - Microstrip Patch Antenna, 5G Communication, Compact Antenna, Millimeter Wave, Wireless Communication
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How to cite this article
@article{ParvadiyaBV2026,
author = {Bhavisha Vishalbhai Parvadiya},
title = {Design and Simulation of Compact Microstrip Patch Antennas for 5G Applications},
journal = {International Journal of Broadband Cellular Communication},
year = {2026},
volume = {11},
number = {01},
issn = {2455-8532},
url = {https://journalspub.com/publication/ijbcc/article=25710}
}