Electromagnetic Radiation Lab (ERL) - 6'X6' Near-Field

The Electromagnetic Radiation Lab (ERL) is a unique facility that was designed to characterize a wide variety of antenna types over a very wide bandwidth. There is a Planar Near-Field (PNF) scanner outside the anechoic chamber which can measure up to 1.1THz over a 6' X 6' area. This system is best suited for characterization of smaller antenna systems with lower power outputs.

Planar Near-field

Parameter Capability
Max. Scan Speed

36 cm/s

Max. Scan Plane 6' X 6'
Frequency Range 2 GHz - 1.1 THz
Ideal Usage Small, low power antennas