TELEMETRY RING ANTENNA
Abstract
A quarter-wavelength ring antenna was developed to telemeter active fuzes in flight with a minimum modification to fuze or artillery round. Using principles of strip transmission line theory, general design criteria were established to maximize radiation efficiency within a fixed form factor. Electroplating and selective machining provided for economical, accurate production. Antenna field strength measurements verified expectations as to adequate radiation efficiency and a highly symmetric, ring-shaped pattern. This type antenna provides the ability, for the first time, to telemeter in-flight active fuzes without major shell modification.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Dec 01, 1966
- Accession Number
- AD0646762
Entities
People
- Howard Bassen
- Ronald Jantz
Organizations
- Harry Diamond Laboratories