Multiple band-notched planar monopole antenna for multiband wireless systems

A multiple band-notched planar monopole antenna for multiband wireless systems is presented. The proposed antenna consists of a wideband planar monopole antenna and the multiple U-shape slots, producing band-notched characteristics. In order to generate two band-notched characteristics, we propose that three U-shape slots are required. This technique is suitable for creating ultra-wideband (UWB) antenna with narrow frequency notches or for creating multiband antennas.