Photonic-enabled Simultaneous Transmit and Receive (P-STAR)
Abstract
(U) Information operation missions on multiple military platforms depend on the ability to transmit and receive radio frequency (RF) signals, simultaneously, from a single aperture. This program will develop transmit/receive modules with high transmit-to-receive isolation and low receive noise figures, over a multi-octave bandwidth, to greatly improve situational awareness of the RF environment, and enable greater control over the information domain. Additionally, the program will develop ultra-wideband (0.1 to 20 Gigahertz (GHz)) photonic components (Photodetectors & Modulators) to significantly enhanced efficiency for applications in antenna Transmit/Receive (T/R) modules. Furthermore, this program will help stem the proliferation of "mission-specific" antennas by providing an ultra-wide bandwidth antenna that can substitute for multiple custom antenna solutions. It is expected that such components would have a significant impact on wideband, multi-functional, multi-beam, Active Electronically Steerable Array antennas by developing modules and detectors that are independently optimized for T/R applications. In addition to the increased functionality, the improved noise figure of the P-STAR technology will increase stand-off ranges and provide improved indications and warning. The program will transition via its industrial performers.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Accomplishment
- Publication Date
- Oct 01, 2011
- Source ID
- caf5830ced9f27fb21c46cb3c8fe62ee