Title :
The UK national programme on spacecraft antenna technology
Author_Institution :
R. Aerosp. Establ., Farnborough, UK
Abstract :
The author first looks at antenna systems; antenna phased arrays earth exploration antennas and reflector antennas. He then looks at the technology and components, including microwave devices and optical techniques. Finally, he discusses beamforming methods, frequency allocation and the STRV experimental satellites
Keywords :
antenna accessories; satellite antennas; STRV experimental satellites; STRV1a; STRV1b; UK; antenna phased arrays; beamforming methods; earth exploration antennas; frequency allocation; microwave devices; optical techniques; reflector antennas; satellite antenna components; spacecraft antenna technology;
Conference_Titel :
Satellite Antenna Technology in the 21st Century, IEE Colloquium on
Conference_Location :
London
