Wh-1 Polarisation of Microwaves

Aim

To demonstrate the action of a polarising grill.

Apparatus

  • Microwave apparatus
  • Polarising grill
  • Diode detector

Polarisation of Microwaves

Polarisation of Microwaves Apparatus.

Description

The microwave transmitter is directed at a wire grid composed of parallel wires spaced approximately 1 centimetre apart. With the transmitter vertical,it is found that the signal received is a minimum when the wires are also vertical. No reduction in intensity when the wires are perpendicular to the transmitter.

Video

Safety Notes

Polarisation of Microwaves SOP-16