The document describes a novel proximity measurement system using microwave antennas. Key points:
- It presents a technique using microwave antennas to measure proximity in an industrial setting as an alternative to existing technologies like eddy current sensors which have limitations.
- Two prototype antennas were designed - one at 3 GHz and one at 5.8 GHz. Testing showed the antennas could accurately measure target displacements and had good sensitivity over a range greater than the antenna diameter.
- Modeling of the antenna designs matched well with measurements from prototypes, validating the simulation approach. The smaller 8mm antenna prototype demonstrated a measurement range of 1-9mm with good sensitivity.
The document describes a novel proximity measurement system using microwave antennas. Key points:
- It presents a technique using microwave antennas to measure proximity in an industrial se…