[MLB-WIRELESS] Antenna design idea, probably not new.

[Tony Langdon]

> Here's a question for the antenna tech people in the group.
> Would it be worthwhile building an antenna based on a printed circuit 
> board? I'm thinking a small yagi. I've seen components in 
> other antenna 
> made from PCB but what about the whole thing. Instead of 
> instructions on 
> how to build all you'd need to do is trace out the antenna, 
> etch the PCB 
> and solder on the cable? Would make an excellent portable antenna, or 
> lightweight pole mount.
> Or is there something I am missing here?

This can be done, and is mechanically very simple.  I wouldn't try this for
an outdoor antenna (unless _very_ well sealed from the elements), as the PCB
is likely to corrode, but it could be an alternative for portable setups.

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