A Center-The Continuous Transverse (CTS) Array: Basic Theory, Experiment, and Application

Abstract

A new microwave coupling/radiating element, the Continuous Transverse Stub (CTS) is introduced. The basic theory and application of this element in antenna arrays, fitters, and couplers are described. Performance, producibility, and packaging advantages relative to competing technologies are enumerated. Prototype antenna array designs, hardware, and measurements at Ku- and V-band are described.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Feb 01, 1992
Accession Number
ADP007441

Entities

People

  • W. W. Milroy

Organizations

  • Hughes Aircraft Company

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Advanced Electronics
  • Air Platforms
  • Weapons Technologies

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Antenna Arrays
  • Antennas
  • Bandwidth
  • Dielectrics
  • Fabrication
  • Frequency
  • Frequency Bands
  • Materials
  • Millimeter Waves
  • Pencil Beams
  • Phase Velocity
  • Polarization
  • Short Circuits
  • Standards
  • Transmission Lines
  • Two Dimensional
  • Waveplates

Fields of Study

  • Physics

Readers

  • Microwave Engineering.
  • Naval Engineering and Maritime Security
  • Phased Array Antenna Design.