Heating elements for years have been incorporated into "Batwing" style
broadcast antennas. This is not so much for survival as to prevent detuning by
the
ice.
73 - Jim K8MR
In a message dated 12/16/2008 7:54:47 P.M. Eastern Standard Time,
W4EF@dellroy.com writes:
I am curious if anyone has ever tried developing an active de-icing
system for yagis whereby the elements are heated to prevent ice buildup
(no jokes about California KWs please)?
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