DocumentCode :
1883042
Title :
FLAPS reflector antennas
Author :
Sikora, Lawrence J.
Author_Institution :
Mailibu Res. Assoc., Calabasas, CA, USA
fYear :
1993
fDate :
16-17 Jun 1993
Firstpage :
233
Lastpage :
238
Abstract :
A flat parabolic surface (FLAPS) reflector is a thin (planar or conformal) surface consisting of an array of elements, each functioning as a radiator and phase shifter. Unlike a conventional planar array, however, the elements on the FLAPS surface are spatially fed using a feed assembly, as in a conventional reflector system. This results in an antenna technology that offers the advantages of both planar arrays and reflector systems. Additionally, FLAPS technology offers packaging and deployment ease and is suitable for a variety of manufacturing processes and procedures using low-cost materials. Other features, such as polarization control, large apertures with low windloading, and low-cost electronic beam switching, are also possible. Initially developed for defense microwave and millimeter-wave radar applications, FLAPS antennas are now being developed and fielded in many defense as well as commercial radar and communications systems
Keywords :
antenna feeders; microwave antennas; military equipment; radar antennas; reflector antennas; FLAPS reflector antennas; commercial communications systems; commercial radar systems; defence applications; feed assembly; flat parabolic surface reflector; large apertures; low windloading; low-cost electronic beam switching; low-cost materials; manufacturing processes; microwave radar; millimeter-wave radar; packaging; phase shifter; planar arrays; polarization control; radiator; thin conformal surface; thin planar surface; Assembly systems; Electronics packaging; Feeds; Manufacturing processes; Phase shifters; Phased arrays; Planar arrays; Polarization; Radar antennas; Reflector antennas;
fLanguage :
English
Publisher :
ieee
Conference_Titel :
Telesystems Conference, 1993. 'Commercial Applications and Dual-Use Technology', Conference Proceedings., National
Conference_Location :
Atlanta, GA
Print_ISBN :
0-7803-1325-9
Type :
conf
DOI :
10.1109/NTC.1993.292980
Filename :
292980
Link To Document :
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