Design and layout of rectangular waveguide horns antennas

Theoretical basis of waveguide horn antennas (WHA) is outlined. Applicable design curves, such as nomograms for determining gain and a diagram for laying out necessary waveguide dimensions, are given. Use of WHA designs in satellite radio and television systems is discussed. Antenna radiation pattern calculations are treated and optimization problems are dealt with. Based on design feasibility results, a laboratory model of a transmitter antenna for TV-SAT was built. The equipment, an elliptical waveguide horn design, demonstrates satisfactory performance.