3D Printing Millimeter Wave Lens with Scanning Beams

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Abstract:

High-gain beam-scanning antennas are very important in millimeter-wave MMW and terahertz THz applications. Dielectric lens is a good candidate for this purpose because it has no metal or feeding loss. In this work, a discrete dielectric lens with an antireflection layer is studied. A new method is proposed to realize beam-scanning properties in MMW region. The design concept is applicable to other frequency ranges as well. Three-dimensional 3D printing technology is employed to simplify the manufacturing process, and to reduce the fabrication cost. Experimental results in MMW regions verified the concept of lens design.

Author(s):
Yi, Huan ; Qu, Shi-wei ; Ng, Kung B ; Chan, Chi H ; Bai, Xue
Author Organization(s):
Univ. of Electronic Sci. and Tech. of China Chengdu China
Descriptive Note:
Conference Paper
Supplementary Note:
Intl. Microwave Workshop Series on Advanced Materials and Processes for RF and THz Applications, 01 Jul 2015, 03 Jul 2017, See also AD1008473 2015 Int'l Microwave Workshop Series on Advanced Materials and Processes for RF and THz Applications, Proceedings of a meeting held 1-3 July 2015, Suzhou, China
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Approved For Public Release
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Approved For Public Release;

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Collection: TR
Subject Terms
Joint Capability Areas:
JCA_6.1_Information Transport; JCA_6_Net Centric
Modernization Areas:
Microelectronics
Communities of Interest:
Advanced Electronics
Descriptor(s):
lens antennas, millimeter waves, scanning, additive manufacturing, phase shift, antireflection coatings, radiation patterns
Field(s)/Group(s):
, Electrical and Electronic Equipment, Radiofrequency Wave Propagation
Keyword(s):
Beam scanning
Report Date:
2015 Jul 01
Creation Date:
2017 Dec 01