Title :
Limitations of scanning arrays for space
Author :
Lynch, David, Jr.
Author_Institution :
DL Sci. Inc., Henderson, NV
Abstract :
This paper applies transmission line notions to the limitations of the power and RF distribution infrastructure in large space based arrays. It shows that using a relatively small AESA to feed a reflector may be a better choice for many space borne radar applications.
Keywords :
active antenna arrays; electromagnetic wave scattering; reflector antenna feeds; scanning antennas; spaceborne radar; transmission lines; AESA; RF distribution infrastructure; active electronic scanning array; large space-based scanning array; power distribution infrastructure; reflector antenna feeds; space borne radar application; transmission line notion; Delay effects; Feeds; Optical arrays; Optical filters; Optical receivers; Phase shifters; Propagation delay; Spaceborne radar; Tiles; USA Councils;
Conference_Titel :
Radar Conference, 2009 IEEE
Conference_Location :
Pasadena, CA
Print_ISBN :
978-1-4244-2870-0
Electronic_ISBN :
1097-5659
DOI :
10.1109/RADAR.2009.4976925
