Plasma Reflectors for Electronic Beam Steering in Radar Systems
Abstract
Methods of generating a planar plasma are investigated. The application is a reflector for radar waves. The use of the plasma reflector could allow electronic beam steering at frequencies above what is generally viable for phased arrays. Three aspects of the planar plasma production are investigated; the localization of the plasma, the main plasma production, and the long term viability of the system. Possible applications include ship based antennae at X-Band, and space based antennae at 60 CHz.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Apr 17, 1991
- Accession Number
- ADA234560
Entities
People
- Wallace M. Manheimer
Organizations
- United States Naval Research Laboratory