EHF/SHF (Super High Frequency) SATCOM (Satellite Communications) Antenna and Radome Test Results

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Abstract:

The current airborne EHF SATCOM system has a RF power output of 100 watts and an antenna beamwidth of less than 1 degree. As the RF beam from the antenna passes through the dielectric radome it will be refracted at each surface. The resulting change in direction of the beam depends on the frequency, the dielectric constant of the radome, and the shape of the radome surfaces. Tests have been performed to evaluate the beam deflection at 20 and 44 Giga- Hertz. Other systems effects which were evaluated included antenna beam distortion, RF heating, and Radio Frequency Interference between two antennas SHF and EHF under a single radome.

Author(s):
Johnson, Allen L.
Author Organization(s):
AIR FORCE WRIGHT AERONAUTICAL LABS WRIGHT-PATTERSON AFB OH AVIONICS LAB
Supplementary Note:
This article is from 'Proceedings of the Antenna Applications Symposium Held in Urbana, Illinois on 17-19 September 1986. Volume 1,' ADA181536, p63-92.
Pagination:
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DOCUMENT & CONTEXTUAL SUMMARY

Distribution:
Approved For Public Release
Distribution Statement:
Approved For Public Release; Distribution Is Unlimited.

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Collection: TR
Identifying Numbers
Monitor Series:
AFAL
 Subject Terms
Joint Capability Areas:
JCA_3.1.1_Maneuver to Engage; JCA_3.1_Maneuver; JCA_3_Force Application; JCA_6.1.2_Wireless Transmission; JCA_6_Net Centric; JCA_6.1_Information Transport; JCA_5_Command and Control; JCA_5.3_Planning
Modernization Areas:
Space; Microelectronics
Communities of Interest:
Space
Descriptor(s):
*ANTENNAS, *RADOMES, AIRBORNE, EXTREMELY HIGH FREQUENCY, RADIOFREQUENCY INTERFERENCE, SATELLITE COMMUNICATIONS, SUPERHIGH FREQUENCY
Field(s)/Group(s):
Electrical and Electronic Equipment
Keyword(s):
COMPONENT REPORTS
Report Date:
1987 Feb 01