Antenna gain selection in Antenna coverage mapping

[MrHatbeard]

In the settings of the antenna coverage tool, I think it would be very handy to be able to choose from a few different antenna gains to allow for the focusing effect as you increase gain.

The context for this idea is that if a station is (for example) high above a local populated area, an antenna with high gain may be focusing the majority of its pattern on the horizon and "miss" the town below, effectively reducing its local coverage, whereas a lower gain antenna may serve the area better.

A gain selection with low (e.g. 3dBi), medium (e.g. 5.8dBi) and high gain (e.g. 8dBi) antenna radiation patterns may aid in the selection of the best one for an installation.

[simbo99]

I like this idea. A lot... For the exact reasons specified. The antenna height above ground can be specified but not the antenna gain. Would benefit repeaters & static companions.

[Zixxorb]

Really good idea. Would be super helpful to be able to select what antenna I am using for better simulation.

[liamcottle]

Hey there thanks for the request.

The antenna coverage tool in the MeshCore app is only really a simple line of sight test.
It will show a red overlay for points that have line of sight.
This does not include buildings or trees, and is strictly based on the raw elevation data.

Unfortunately it's not planned to integrate antenna propagation simulations or gain etc etc.
There are already some other great tools available on the internet for this, and the app tool is more focused on providing a rough idea.

I'll close this one out as not planned :)