“Isolation Enhancement Techniques for MIMO Antennas in Wireless Communication Systems: A Comprehensive Review”
摘要
As wireless technology progresses, there is a growing need for advanced Multiple-Input Multiple-Output (MIMO) antenna systems due to their potential to improve spectral efficiency and communication reliability. MIMO is currently used in various wireless applications like UWB, Wi-Max, WI-FI, and WLAN. One of the major challenges in MIMO systems, particularly in closely packed configurations, is the mutual coupling between antenna elements, which degrades performance by reducing isolation. Numerous isolation enhancement techniques have been developed and investigated to address this, each with its own set of advantages and trade-offs. This review paper comprehensively analyzes the most prominent isolation techniques, including Decoupling Networks, Parasitic Elements (Electromagnetic Bandgap), Defected Ground Structures (DGS), Neutralization Lines, and Meta-Materials. By comparing their effectiveness in reducing mutual coupling, and aim to highlight the strengths and limitations of each method. This paper offers insights into the potential applications of these techniques in designing compact, high-performance MIMO antennas for wireless communication and beyond, where achieving high isolation is critical for optimizing the overall system performance. The findings from this review can guide future research and the development of isolation strategies for wireless communication systems.