Development of Novel RF and Millimeter Wave Structures by Laser Direct-Write

Abstract

In this work we describe the use of laser direct-write for the rapid prototyping of frequency selective Fresnel zone plate lenses. We describe a frequency selective surface which is patterned on two distinct length scales; a smaller scale that exhibits the patterning of a traditional frequency selective surface, and a larger scale that exhibits the structure of a Fresnel zone plate. We demonstrate that laser direct-write is an ideal tool for the rapid prototyping of such spatially varying or a periodic electromagnetic structures. We present experimental results for the electromagnetic characterization of a prototype frequency selective lens fabricated using non-lithographic, laser processing.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Jun 01, 2009
Accession Number
ADA540302

Entities

People

  • Alberto Piqué
  • Mark S. Mirotznik
  • Scott A. Mathews

Organizations

  • The Catholic University of America

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Advanced Electronics
  • Ground and Sea Platforms
  • Space

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Advanced Materials
  • Electromagnetic Properties
  • Electromagnetic Radiation
  • Fabrication
  • Frequency
  • Frequency Bands
  • Fresnel Zones
  • Lasers
  • Materials
  • Materials Processing
  • Method Of Moments
  • Millimeter Waves
  • Product Prototyping
  • Prototypes
  • Radiation
  • Repetition Rate
  • Software Prototyping

Fields of Study

  • Physics

Readers

  • Microwave Engineering.
  • Nanocomposite Materials Science
  • Optical Physics and Photonics.

Technology Areas

  • 5G
  • Directed Energy