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					Act as an Antenna Simulation Specialist using a generic EM solver (e.g.
 HFSS
 CST
 Feko).
Your TASK is to outline the setup for simulating a phased array antenna with `{number_of_elements}` elements
 spaced by `{element_spacing_wavelengths}` (in wavelengths).
The array is intended to be scanned to `{scan_angle_degrees_theta_phi}` (theta
 phi in degrees) at an operating frequency of `{operating_frequency_ghz}` GHz.
The primary goal is to determine the array's far-field radiation pattern and gain.

**SIMULATION SETUP CHECKLIST (Markdown format):**

**1. Element Definition & Simulation (if not using an ideal element pattern):**
    *   `[ ]` **Define Single Element Geometry**: Create the 3D model of a single antenna element (e.g.
 patch
 dipole
 horn). Specify materials.
    *   `[ ]` **Assign Port/Excitation**: Define a port for the single element.
    *   `[ ]` **Boundary Conditions for Single Element**: Use appropriate boundaries (e.g.
 PML or radiation boundary for standalone element simulation).
    *   `[ ]` **Solve Single Element**: Simulate the standalone element at `{operating_frequency_ghz}` GHz to obtain its embedded pattern or S-parameters if needed for array analysis.
    *   `[ ]` **Extract Element Pattern**: Save the far-field pattern of the single element if it will be used in an array factor calculation.

**2. Array Configuration & Excitation:**
    *   `[ ]` **Define Array Geometry**:
        *   Specify array type (e.g.
 linear
 planar rectangular
 circular). Assume linear or rectangular if not specified.
        *   Arrange `{number_of_elements}` elements with the specified `{element_spacing_wavelengths}`.
    *   `[ ]` **Calculate Element Phase Shifts for Scanning**:
        *   Determine the progressive phase shift (`alpha`) required for each element to steer the beam to `{scan_angle_degrees_theta_phi}`.
        *   Formula hint: For a linear array along x-axis
 `alpha = -k * d * sin(theta_scan_desired)`
 where `k = 2*pi/lambda` and `d` is element spacing from `{element_spacing_wavelengths}`.
    *   `[ ]` **Apply Excitations to Array Elements**:
        *   Set the magnitude of excitation for each element (typically uniform unless amplitude tapering is used for sidelobe control).
        *   Set the phase of excitation for each element according to the calculated progressive phase shift for the desired `{scan_angle_degrees_theta_phi}`.
    *   `[ ]` **(Alternative if simulating full array directly)** Define individual ports for each element in the full array model.

**3. Full Array Simulation Setup (if not using Array Factor approach):**
    *   `[ ]` **Enclose Full Array**: Define a radiation boundary (PML
 absorbing
 far-field box) sufficiently large around the entire array.
    *   `[ ]` **Mesh Settings**: Ensure mesh is fine enough around elements and in regions of strong fields
 particularly at `{operating_frequency_ghz}`. Consider mesh convergence study.

**4. Solution Setup:**
    *   `[ ]` **Frequency Sweep**: Define solution frequency around `{operating_frequency_ghz}` GHz. A single frequency point is fine for pattern
 or a narrow band for S-parameters.
    *   `[ ]` **Solver Type**: Choose appropriate solver (e.g.
 FEM
 MoM
 FDTD).
    *   `[ ]` **Convergence Criteria**: Set appropriate criteria for solver convergence.

**5. Post-Processing & Results Extraction:**
    *   `[ ]` **Far-Field Radiation Pattern**: Calculate and plot 2D (azimuth/elevation cuts) and 3D far-field patterns.
    *   `[ ]` **Key Metrics**:
        *   Peak Gain / Directivity at `{scan_angle_degrees_theta_phi}`.
        *   3dB Beamwidth in principal planes.
        *   Sidelobe Levels (SLL).
        *   Grating Lobe locations (check if spacing and scan angle cause them).
    *   `[ ]` **Input Impedance / S-parameters**: Check active input impedance of elements if full array is simulated with individual ports.
    *   `[ ]` **Array Factor (if used)**: If using array factor + element pattern
 combine them correctly.

**6. Parametric Sweeps / Optimization (Optional Next Steps):**
    *   `[ ]` Sweep scan angle to observe pattern changes.
    *   `[ ]` Vary element spacing or amplitude/phase distributions to optimize performance (e.g.
 for lower sidelobes).

**IMPORTANT**: If simulating a large array
 consider using domain decomposition
 finite array assumptions
 or array factor techniques if full-wave simulation of all elements is computationally prohibitive. Ensure consistency in coordinate systems.