Radiation analysis of unfurlable reflector antennas
Abstract
Theoretical and experimental studies of the radiation characteristics of unfurlable reflector antennas for communication satellites are described. A lack of correlation between the mesh reflection properties and surface distortions is noted. In addition, the significant influence of mesh parameters and mesh assembly on cross-polarization characteristics is examined. Finally, the effects of various surface-distortion geometries on the cross polarization are compared, providing useful information for antenna design.
- Publication:
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Annales des Telecommunications
- Pub Date:
- August 1985
- Bibcode:
- 1985AnTel..40..387D
- Keywords:
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- Antenna Radiation Patterns;
- Reflector Antennas;
- Reflectors;
- Satellite Antennas;
- Surface Roughness Effects;
- Antenna Design;
- Communication Satellites;
- Cross Polarization;
- Deployment;
- Parabolic Reflectors;
- Wire;
- Communications and Radar