Multiple-Beam Antennas for Military Satellite Communications Systems,

Abstract

The flexibility of Multiple-Beam Antennas (MBAs) for Satellite Communications (SATCOM) systems has long been recognized. Their potential to handle the ever-growing demand for increased communications requirements and their ability to communicate with a large number of earth stations have made MBAs most desirable in satellite antenna systems. This report outlines the benefits and considerations that revolve around the use of MBAs for Military Satellite Communications (MILSATCOM) applications. It also presents some of the most commonly used MBA configurations. The design and selection of a satellite MBA system are limited by the fundamental limitations particular to each type of MBA system. Engineers are forced to make compromises between overall antenna performance and some of the design and physical constraints presented in this report.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Feb 01, 1995
Accession Number
ADA295576

Entities

People

  • E. R. Boudriau

Organizations

  • Defence Research and Development Canada

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Space

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Antenna Radiation Patterns
  • Antennas
  • Artificial Satellites
  • Beam Forming
  • Classification
  • Communication Satellites
  • Communication Systems
  • Lens Antennas
  • Military Satellites
  • Multiple Access
  • Multiple Beam Antennas
  • Radiation Patterns
  • Satellite Antennas
  • Satellite Communications
  • Security
  • Spot Beams
  • Time Division Multiple Access

Fields of Study

  • Engineering

Readers

  • Logistics and Supply Chain Management.
  • Systems Analysis and Design
  • Tactical Satellite Communications Systems Engineering.

Technology Areas

  • Space
  • Space - Satellites