Talking to Mars—new antenna design will aid interplanetary communication
Thursday, August 20, 2015 - 08:30
in Psychology & Sociology
When people think about antennas, they often picture old television sets with "rabbit ears" – two metal rods poking above the screen. Essentially, antennas are devices that allow the wireless transfer or reception of radio signals. They come in various sizes and shapes. For instance, it's your cellphone's antenna that allows you to stream videos, post a social media status, use GPS to find a restaurant and call a friend.