START with SIMPLE ... Build a Vertical Dipole for 70cm, then LISTEN to RS-44 beacon and linear transponder. https://amsat-uk.org/2020/04/30/dosaaf-85-rs-44-amateur-radio-transponder-ac...
20 years ago, Jerry Brown, K5OE wrote a series of DIY Antenna Construction articles, some of these were published in the Amsat Journal. These satellite and VHF/UHF antennas were built by countless AMSAT members across the world. http://wb5rmg.somenet.net/k5oe/
Eggbeater II Omni LEO Antenna http://wb5rmg.somenet.net/k5oe/Eggbeater_2.html
Texas Potato Masher II Antenna http://wb5rmg.somenet.net/k5oe/Texas_Potato_Masher_2.html
70cm Quagi Antenna http://wb5rmg.somenet.net/k5oe/70cm_quagi.html
Jeff, K7XQ had problems with all Eggbeater designs (not impressed with performance). He developed a Tall Quadfillar Helix Antenna ... but no longer posted on web page.
greg, w9gb AMSAT-NA, AMSAT-UK ==
Date: Sat, 9 May 2020 10:53:55 -0600 (MDT) From: James Johnson, VA7CND To: AMSAT-BB Reflector Subject: [amsat-bb] Fixed Antenna
I have been trying to find a used Eggbeater or similar antenna to use to listen for Satellites. The exchange on the USD to CND currency is a killer. I noticed many plans to build one on the internet. Any suggestions which one would be worth trying for RX to start?
73, VE7HJ