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How can I access the Microstrip Antenna Design Handbook for antenna engineering research?

I’m looking for a way to access the Microstrip Antenna Design Handbook (by Garg, Bahl, Bhartia, et?al.) as a reference for designing microstrip antennas. I’m unsure whether it’s available in digital form or through libraries, bookstores, or institutional resources, and I want to make sure I access it legally and ethically.

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By GeorgeNeire Answered 1 year ago

From my experience as a researcher and instructor, I’ve found that there are several legitimate ways to access the Microstrip Antenna Design Handbook rather than relying on random downloads. The handbook—a comprehensive Artech House volume covering theory and practical design of microstrip antennas—is widely available for purchase in print from academic and technical book retailers. You can also check your university or institutional library; many engineering libraries hold printed copies or offer inter?library loan if they don’t own it. Some libraries also provide electronic access via subscriptions to technical eBook collections. Additionally, platforms like Open Library may allow you to borrow a library copy digitally with an account. Always choose legal access routes—buy, borrow, or institutional subscription—so you respect copyright and ensure the authors and publishers are properly supported.

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