Table 5 Comparison of CST return loss results and best ML model (NN) predictions for selected PBG configurations.

From: ML/GA-based performance optimization of PBG-enhanced THz microstrip patch antennas on PTFE–SWCNT

Sample ID

(Y,D,h)µm

CST Return Loss Before PBG (dB)

CST Return Loss after PBG (dB)

Predicted Return Loss by best model NN (dB)

(50, 70, 80)

−15

−22

−21.8

(55, 75, 82)

−18

−24

−23.6

(60, 80, 85)

−20

−26

−26.1

(65, 85, 88)

−22

−27

−27.0

(70, 90, 90)

−25

−30

−29.9