A compact quasi-self-complementary dual band notched UWB MIMO antenna with enhanced isolation using Hilbert fractal slot

A compact ultrawideband multiple input multiple output antenna with dual band notch characteristics is proposed. The design utilizes the property of quasi-self-complementary monopoles to achieve a bandwidth that ranges from 2.2 GHz to 11 GHz. The design has a compact size of 30 mm x 41 mm x 1.59 mm. Two quasi-self complementary half circular monopoles are symmetrically arranged to obtain MIMO antenna. Bandnotch characteristics are obtained by adding parasitic strips of Levy's Fractal shape near the feed line. A Hilbert Fractal shaped slot is etched in the ground plane to enhance the isolation (vertical bar S-21 vertical bar < -20 dB) throughout the operational bandwidth. The measured and simulated radiation patterns are in good agreement and is found to be stable throughout the ultrawideband. Moreover, the measured peak gain is found to be 4 dBi.