A design using an inclined-slot-coupling feed for dual-frequency opera
tion of a rectangular microstrip antenna with a cross-slot is describe
d. Results show that, for a given dual-frequency operation, a reductio
n in antenna size of similar to 40% can be achieved by using this desi
gn. Also, the frequency ratio oi the two frequencies is very slightly
affected by the cross-slot length, and mainly determined by the aspect
ratio of the patch; which makes the design simpler and easier to impl
ement.