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Antennijärjestelmät, commonly referred to as antenna systems in English, are crucial components in radio frequency and telecommunications engineering. They are responsible for transmitting and receiving electromagnetic waves, which are the basis for wireless communication. An antenna system typically consists of one or more antennas, along with associated feedlines, matching networks, and sometimes signal processing equipment. The primary function of an antenna is to convert electrical signals into radio waves for transmission or to capture radio waves and convert them into electrical signals for reception.

The design of an antenna system is heavily influenced by its intended application. Factors such as frequency range, polarization, directivity, gain, and bandwidth are critical design parameters. For instance, broadcast antennas are designed for wide coverage, while satellite communication antennas often require high gain and precise pointing capabilities. Mobile phone antennas are miniaturized and optimized for operation across various frequencies and environments.

Feedlines, such as coaxial cables or waveguides, connect the antenna to the transmitter or receiver. Matching networks are used to ensure efficient power transfer between the feedline and the antenna by minimizing reflections. Antenna systems can be simple, like a single dipole antenna for short-range communication, or complex arrays of multiple antennas working together to achieve specific performance characteristics, such as beamforming for directional transmission. Understanding and optimizing antenna systems is fundamental to achieving reliable and efficient wireless communication.