Skeleton Slot Antenna projects
Antenna system with a difference, cheap and simple to make.
The skeleton slot antenna is a unique design, often built by hams for VHF and UHF bands, but also adaptable for HF operation. This antenna type offers a compact footprint, making it a good choice for operators with limited space or those looking for a less conspicuous antenna. Its construction typically involves wire elements and simple spreaders, appealing to those who enjoy antenna projects and homebrewing.
Operators exploring this design can find resources detailing construction for bands like 2 meters and 6 meters, including variations such as the slot-cube antenna. There are also examples of skeleton slot yagi stacks for enhanced gain. Many hams appreciate the straightforward build, often using common materials like bamboo, to achieve effective performance for local QSOs and even some DX.
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The skeleton slot antenna design was developed in the UK for TV use soon after WW2. This document describe and adapted version for the 2 meter band -
The Skeleton Slot Antenna Revisited by Bobby Brainwave, N3VGS PDF File. -
Details the construction of a 2-meter Skeleton Slot Yagi stack, including design considerations, materials, and performance insights. -
Slot cubes are folded skeleton slot antennas with widened, folded dipoles bent into a cube to reduce size. QST Article 12 2019