S band low gain antenna PQM manufacturing and test
Abstract
The development and testing are reported of a prequalification model of an S Band TT and C antenna which will meet the mechanical and environmental requirements of a TRICA specification. The specification is given for both an isolated and a spacecraft mounted antenna, followed by a description of fabrication techniques, testing procedures, and design optimization possibilities. Test records are provided, along with the fabrication procedures for a microwave stripline. The possibility of a resonant ring breakdown is investigated.
- Publication:
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Final Report Instituto Nacional de Tecnica Aeroespacial
- Pub Date:
- July 1979
- Bibcode:
- 1979inta.rept.....T
- Keywords:
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- Fabrication;
- Spacecraft Antennas;
- Superhigh Frequencies;
- Antenna Design;
- Antenna Radiation Patterns;
- Breadboard Models;
- Performance Tests;
- Specifications;
- Communications and Radar