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Also known as W0MHS Loop Skywire or Full Wave Loop Antenna, here you can find N1SU interesting observations on this antennas.

Interesting review about active magnetic loop antenna Wellbrook ALA 1530 and 330S by ON4SKY

A Wire resonant loop antenna for 160 meters band article by N4KC

An article at NFARL web site about differences in setting up a half-square antenna versus a Loop Skywire by W4QO

Receive-only loop antennas have some nice response characteristics that make them ideal when used for reception of skywave signals.

by Jim Stafford, W4QO appeared in QRP Quarterly, Fall, 2006

Free ham radio utilities written in LabVIEW includes Open Wire Calculator, Dipole Peak/Null Angle Calculator, a Coil-Shortened Antenna Calculator ad interesting Round Coil Inductance Calculator and a Skyloop Antenna Calculator

The 80-meter Skyloop antenna, a top-performing HF antenna, excels in weak signal work, low-noise operation, and omnidirectional coverage. Ideal for fixed stations, it delivers strong performance at low power, outperforming many alternatives, including 80m half-wave end-fed antennas. Requiring significant space for deployment, it’s well-suited for NVIS and groundwave use. Though not portable, it’s cost-effective and durable, with minor maintenance needs. Tuning may require adjustments for optimal resonance. It’s a standout for base stations, though a lighter portable version could enhance its versatility.