Title :
Overview of microwave components activities at the European Space Agency
Author :
Coirault, Robert ; Feltham, Stephen J. ; Gatti, Giuliano ; Guglielmi, Marco ; Perring, Dudley
Author_Institution :
European Space Res. & Technol., Centre, Noordwijk, Netherlands
fDate :
6/1/1992 12:00:00 AM
Abstract :
A review of some of the activities of the European Space Agency in the area of microwave devices and components for space applications is presented. The activities discussed are in the areas of solid-state devices and technology, traveling-wave amplifiers, microwave filters, and time references. Each area is discussed in detail, illustrating the achievements of ongoing research and development programs involving European industries and research centers. The growing importance of microwave technology for space applications is discussed, and the future challenges are outlined, indicating how the European space industry is preparing for the future through the many R&D activities sponsored by the European Space Agency
Keywords :
MMIC; aerospace instrumentation; microwave amplifiers; microwave filters; reviews; solid-state microwave devices; travelling-wave-tubes; ESA; European Space Agency; European industries; European space industry; MMIC; R&D activities; TWTA; future challenges; microwave components activities; microwave devices; microwave filters; microwave technology; ongoing research; overview; review; solid-state devices; time references; traveling-wave amplifiers; Europe; Microwave devices; Microwave technology; Orbits; Radio frequency; Research and development; Satellite broadcasting; Solid state circuits; Space exploration; Space technology;
Journal_Title :
Microwave Theory and Techniques, IEEE Transactions on