helical antenna


helical antenna

[′hel·ə·kəl an′ten·ə] (electromagnetism) An antenna having the form of a helix. Also known as helix antenna.

helical antenna

helical antennaPole-mounted helical beam antenna of 8 turns with pitch angle of 12.5°.An antenna used where circular polarization is required. The driven element consists of a helix supported above a ground plane.