An antenna or array of antennas designed to concentrate a radio signal in a particular area. Panel antennas are typically flat, rectangular devices approximately six feet in size. Also called directional antennas (SANDAG 1995).
A directional antenna made up of several phased driven elements mounted in front of a flat reflecting element. Panel antennas usually have a plastic or fiberglass cover that gives the antenna a panel-like appearance.
An antenna type that radiates in only a specific direction. Panel antennas are commonly used for point-to-point situations. You may also see them called "patch antennas."