In this paper, equation for computing the radiated far field of broadside arrays of uniformly spaced elements, assuming sinusoidal current distribution is derived. Computational data are obtained for the antenna parameters such as array factor patterns, overall radiation patterns and directivity of arrays consisting of 5, 9, 13, and 21 elements with values of interelement spacing ranging from 0.25  to 2 . Computational results for array factor patterns and overall radiation patterns, represented in graphical formats are consistent with those reported in literature and clearly suggest that array structures with inter-element spacing below  would produce remarkable and desirable beam radiations which may find useful applications for long range transmission. Numerical data for directivity as a function of number of elements for values of spacing considered display feature that is consistent with the expectation, as being characteristic of any antenna type.

This paper examines the effects of spacings and number of elements on the radiation features of linear antenna of uniformly spaced elements, oriented in end fire directions. Use is made of pattern multiplication concept to evaluate the electric field radiated by the antenna when excited with sinusoidal current distribution. It is found that, when the spacings between the elements of the array are , and , respectively, the radiated field patterns of models of the array depict radiations in broadside and end fire directions while at lower spacings of and , radiations exist only along the end fire directions. In addition, it is also observed that, the beam-width of the main lobe of the field patterns reduces as the spacing and number of element increase which suggests better directivity. However, the improvement in the directivity is followed with side lobe levels which seem to be the disadvantage of that benefit. Furthermore, it is discovered that the array factor patterns and radiated electric field patterns of the antenna display characteristics that are largely similar.

In this paper, the radiation characteristics of Yagi-Uda antenna operating at High Frequency (HF), Very High Frequency (VHF) and Ultra High Frequency (UHF) are examined. Upon employing method of moments, the current distribution on the antenna emerges from the solution of matrix equation. It is found that the angular distribution of electric field intensity generated in free space by the antenna, obtained by evaluating the integral of associated current distribution, is characterized by patterns with significant portion of radiation beam in the main lobe in the direction of Yagi axis. This is accompanied by relatively small undesirable radiation in the minor lobe, and which persist over those communication frequencies. It is observed also that the current distribution that generates the radiated electric field patterns is relatively consistent over the same range of frequency.

Presented in this paper is the numerical solution to the current distributions on two forms of Yagi-Uda antenna designs. One form consists of twelve elements while the other consists of fourteen elements. Employing method of moments technique in which the unknown current is expanded in terms of known expansion function and complex coefficients which are to be determined. It is demonstrated that, when the integral equation that expresses tangential component of an impressed field in terms of induced current on the elements of Yagi-Uda array is reduced into matrix form, the current distribution of interest becomes known. The profiles for the current distributions on elements of those arrays represented in graphical forms reveal that, the currents are symmetrical about the length of the element in each case. It is found that the highest magnitude of the current exists on the driven element. Furthermore, the characteristic profiles of the currents on elements of those arrays exhibit sinusoidal type of waveform and are largely similar when the frequencies of operation are 200MHz and 665MHz, respectively.

In recent years, Nigeria’s power generation output from all the available energy sources such as coal, natural gas, and water, is far from the expected number required to meet the energy demand of her teeming populace. This culminates in long hours of power outages frequently experienced in many parts of the country. However, there appears to be no end in sight to the problem. Alternatively, few citizens who can afford generator have wittingly resulted to the use of this device to supply power. Generator set has unavoidable disadvantages of high maintenance or running cost, noise pollution, and release of dangerous gases that pose danger to human lives. Evidently, that solution is risky and inadequate. Power inverter is an alternative and better means of generating electricity with little or no maintenance cost, environment or eco- friendly and poses no risk to human health. It is in that connection that we develop in this work 2KVA sine wave inversion system which produces sinusoidal A.C. signal required in homes for lightning and powering electronic gadgets like television, radio, refrigerator, Air conditioner etc. It is an improvement over square wave and modified sine wave inversion systems that generate digital approximations of A.C. signal. An interesting but new addition is the use of LCD display, interfaced with PIC16F688 microcontroller for showing the design specifications of the inverter.