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Italian station operating mostly in QRP Mode, contain some interesting QRP projects for portable antennas and antenna mounts.

Installing a mobile rig in a vehicle requires careful planning and execution to ensure optimal performance and safety. The process begins with selecting the right equipment, such as the ICOM IC706MKII for low bands and the ALINCO DR-610 for VHF/UHF operations. Proper mounting is crucial; both radios are strategically placed under the back seat of the Silverado, allowing for a clean installation while maintaining passenger comfort. The Hustler antenna, equipped with various resonators, ensures coverage across multiple bands, while the LDG automatic antenna tuner fine-tunes the match for efficient operation. A remote head for the tuner enhances accessibility, making adjustments easier while driving. Each step of the installation is documented to provide insights and tips for fellow operators looking to enhance their mobile setup. The experience shared here reflects practical knowledge gained through hands-on work, aiming to inspire others in the ham community to undertake similar projects.

A six meter band 3 element yagi beam antenna project with shortened elements using coax cables with the outer ends stripped and the center conductor shorted in somewhat of a Bazooka antenna.

A trapped multi band end-fed-half-wave antenna for 40/30/20/17/15m.

This article is about a home made project of a whip antenna for 2 meters band. Includes lenght of whip for all frequencies from 140 MHz to 151 MHz both in mm and inches

Adapted from a similar project by NA4IT. Made with one quarter wave 2 meter radiating element pointing upward and it is surrounded by four 70 cm elements.

6 Meter J-Pole from 450 Ohm Ladder Line a quickie project

A QRSS beacon on 30 meter band project wind and solar powered based on a loop antenna.

This project is a portable device used to automatically point a directional antenna towards an orbiting satellite. It takes all the effort out of little kids holding the antenna and figuring out where to point it. It allows students to talk through Amateur Radio satellites or download weather satellite images. Note: This is a complex DIY project for the advanced kit constructor.

The Shoddytenna is a 160 meters band vertical antenna intended for portable use. This antenna takes just 15 minutes to erect on site, can be carried by hand and is ideal for local groundwave work.

A multi band antenna for HF band capable to operate from 10 to 80 meters band depending on wire lenght loaded with a small inductance neat the feed end.

An home made remote antenna tuner project that with a 6 meter random wire and two radials of about the same length, can tune from 40 to 10 meters without any issue.

An universal antenna tuner interface, the Kenwood Remote LDG Tuner Interface by af6sa

A 3.2m EME dish project that provides a better performance on 1296 MHz (10+dB sun noise vs. 6dB with my 432 array) and an even better performance on 2304 MHz

Building the Three-Element Hex Beam. A project and construction phase of an HF hex-Beam antenna using trees to hang the antenna and a Channel Master antenna rotator.

This DIY vertical multi-band Windom antenna offers a practical and effective solution for amateur radio enthusiasts seeking a versatile and compact antenna for HF communications. Its simplicity of construction, multi-band capability, and favorable performance make it a valuable addition to any radio shack. The article provides detailed instructions on constructing the antenna and balun, along with diagrams and component specifications. Field tests demonstrated successful contacts with stations across Europe and North America on 14, 18, and 28 MHz. The antenna exhibited comparable performance to a W3DZZ dipole and outperformed a Cobweb antenna on 18 MHz. Low noise levels were observed, effectively suppressing background noise.

This antenna is an off-center fed spiral dipole for 40 meters. The spiral dipole is very compact, making it well-suited for limited space (like an apartment patio), while the off-center feed gives the antenna some multiband capability.

An experimento of a 40 meter delta loop antenna both in horizontal and vertical polarization and several elevation angles with interesting notes about the effect of the radial field under the antenna.

Available worldwide can be used as Arduino Shield or plug it in to you PC , or with a bluetooth adapter connect to Android. With a highly optimized software, KAI200 brings you: a. Antenna analyzer form 1 up to 200 Mhz; b. WSPR transmiter (set up by serial terminal); c. Square Wave Signal generator KAI200 is all you need for your radio whatever it is Yaesu, Icom, Kenwood or Drake and DIY projects.

A top band shortened vertical antenna project. This project includes drawing and MMANA-GAL output screens.

Quads beams consist of 2 1 wavelength (approximately) loops, ordinarily arranged so that one is the driven element and the other is the reflector. In this project author explains how to build a two element Quad Antenna for the 28 MHz.

A home made cobweb antenna project made with easy to find parts 2-14 AWG speaker cables which are cut to 1/2 wavelength for each band and junction box with 4:1 Balun

The page provides information on a simple 50MHz J-Pole Antenna project based on the DK7ZB design. It explains the principle of the Wireman-J-Pole, the feeding process, practical mounting, and simulation results using MMANA GAL. The content aims to guide amateur radio operators in building their own J-Pole antennas for the 6-meter band.

This is a project aboout compact and portable a QRP antenna tuner for use in the HF ham radio bands from 3-30 MHz, even if it's a compact and efficient project this small antenna tuner will not match any possible load.

Thsi article describes a microcontroller driven semi-automatic antenna tuner capable of handling power levels up to 150 watts. The device is a low pass filter tuner manually tuned by setting the optimized L/C combination by hand and then storing the values into the EEPROM of the mictrocontroller to recall them later (seperately for each band from 80 to 10 meters including WARC bands)

This project details the construction and testing of a M0PLK Delta Loop antenna for the 20-10m ham radio bands. Inspired by positive reviews highlighting its reduced local QRM compared to Cobweb antennas, the author built the antenna using aluminum tubes, DX-Wire FS2 wire, and a 1:4 balun. A mix of custom 3D-printed parts and careful assembly ensured stability and performance. Initial VSWR measurements met expectations, and test QSOs demonstrated success across multiple bands. Future enhancements include adding a lightweight, remote-controlled rotator for directional capabilities.

How to receive NOAA weather satellite with a home made QFH Antenna. This project includes some easy and efficient notch filters to suppress noise from FM frequencies

The structure of this dual band VHF UHF antenna is very simple. It consists of two identical square loops, whose sides measure a quarter wave, connected together at the ends. A project by I5NZR

Homebrew Antennas, Transmitters, Receivers, Converters, Keyers and SWR/RF Current Indicators with photographs an excellent blog with many projects by VU2NAN

Amateur radio loop antenna project using a Comet CVBA-500BC vacuum variable capacitor.

An end-fed half wave antenna matching unit made of 3:24 turns ratio on a FT140-43 toroid with a 150pF capacitor across the input.

Personal blog devoted to ham radio topics, portable operation, homebrew, antenna and other projects

An Hentenna project for the six meters band. The standard size of standard hentenna is width 1/6 wavelength x height 1/2. The antenna build in this project is a full wavelenght antenna for the 50 MHz providing a 6.8 dbi gain.

The BikeLoop antenna project details the construction of a double magnetic loop antenna optimized for VLF frequencies, specifically around 136 kHz. This innovative design incorporates two orthogonal loops, which significantly enhance reception capabilities. Key construction hints include utilizing lightweight bicycle rims for the antenna structure, making it easy to transport and set up in various locations. The document provides valuable mathematical and electrical insights into the antenna's performance, alongside practical reception tests conducted in the Italian Alps, showcasing its effectiveness in capturing various VLF signals, including Sferics and FSK transmissions. Proper setup is crucial for optimal performance. The project emphasizes the importance of grounding and avoiding interference from nearby electrical sources. The reception tests revealed the antenna's ability to capture a range of signals, demonstrating its practical application for enthusiasts interested in VLF reception and antenna experimentation. Overall, the BikeLoop serves as an excellent starting point for those looking to explore the world of VLF frequencies and enhance their antenna-building skills.

The magnetic loop, thus named by the use of the magnetic component of the electromagnetic field, is a parallel circuit LC. In this article a sample project to home made a custom antenna. The circular form is often met on the commercial models but this antenna can be hexagonal, octagonal or square.

YU7EF EF0206 2m Band 6 Element Yagi Antenna project, provides 11.8 dbi gain

Wireless Society of Southern Maine Projects, instructions and photos for many ham radio projects and experiments, including antenna construction and modelling, kit building, station setup, restoration and more

I wanted to mount an amateur radio antenna on my truck that was more permanent than the magnetic mount on I already had, but I had a few specific design requirements for the project.

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A project about reversible unidirectional Beverage antennas plus a remote switching system conveniently controlled by the operator

Italian amateur radio station. Projects, programs, antennas for radio amateurs.

There are quite a few variants of the design accompanied with many opinions on the effectiveness of the antenna. This page features links to some similar projects and a homebrewed personalized version of this portable antenna tuner

When experimenting with the WellGood Loop antenna, I came across the PA0RDT MiniWhip design referenced in several places. The construction of the PA0RDT MiniWhip is simpler than the WellGood Loop since there are no inductors to wind, but during my testing, I have found the loop to have slightly better performance.

The ARRL's End-Fed Half-Wave (EFHW) Antenna Kit is an easy-to-build four-band antenna designed for 10, 15, 20, and 40 meters. Ideal for portable operations, it includes a 49:1 impedance transformer for compatibility with most transceivers. This project, detailed with step-by-step assembly instructions, involves creating a weatherproof enclosure and impedance matching network. The kit simplifies HF operations and supports multiple configurations, making it a versatile tool for amateur radio opertors.

This Field Day Vertical Antenna project is the result of many years of attending various field day sites and realizing that what was needed is a simple, easy to assemble vertical antenna. The design of this Field Day Antenna is not very novel and leverages ideas from Butternut verticals and ARRL publications. The one essential requirement was that the antenna can be raised by just one person. The design of this Field Day Antenna is an above ground mounted ground plane vertical.

This project is a full wavelength, horizontal, loop antenna for the 40 metre Amateur Radio band, built using insulated copper wire in a diamond shape, supported by egg insulators, tethered to 4 masts, each 6.5m high

The Linked Dipole is a multiband antenna designed for 80/60/40/30/20m bands, optimized for the (tr)uSDX low bands configuration. It incorporates a 1:1 Balun to prevent common mode currents, ensuring balanced operation with coaxial cable. The Balun, wound on an FT140-43 core, achieves 37-40dB attenuation. The design includes a 3D-printable housing for compactness and waterproofing, with labeled link insulators for ease of use. Wire lengths were meticulously adjusted for optimal performance with a 7m pole and 3m rope extension, ensuring the antenna's ends are off the ground for improved behavior. The project includes downloadable printables for DIY construction.

Experimental Long Boom Antennas - CP, LPDA, multiband with several NEC Files for 50MHz 144MHz 222 MHz 432MHz but also 902MHz and 1296 MHz Antenna projects. Includes also for each antenna model, in a general comparison table each antenna characteristics including Directive Gain, G/T, E-F/R, H-F/R abd Boom Length. This is a great value comparison table of several commercial and home made VHF UHF antenna projects.

Homebrewing a UHF antenna to be used on a bicycle. This simple project gives you the right hints on how to build and setup and install a 70cm antenna on a bicycle.

In pursuit of enhanced station efficiency, the author describes crafting an Arduino-based smart antenna switcher for an SO2R setup. Faced with manual antenna switching challenges during contests, the project utilizes a Logos Electromechanical 4x4 Driver Shield and a Power Screw shield for seamless functionality. Despite its raw appearance, the automatic switcher proves indispensable in contest scenarios, prompting considerations for future improvements and standardization of station control protocols.