Monocone

A type of antenna that combines elements of a monopole and a conical antenna, leading to its name, 'monocone'. It typically consists of a vertical monopole antenna situated centrally above a conical ground plane. This design results in an omnidirectional radiation pattern in the horizontal plane, similar to a standard monopole, but with improved vertical coverage due to the influence of the conical element. Monocone antennas are valued for their broad bandwidth and stable performance across a wide range of frequencies, making them versatile and suitable for various applications, including mobile communications and radio broadcasting.