Deployable Inflatable Satellite Antenna X-band and 1 Meter Variant

Abstract

This project will deliver a refined and field prototype 1 meter class variant of the inflatable antenna technology for determination of applicability in the field. Additionally, it will complete the initial design, and field a prototype of an X-band tracking kit for inflatable antenna systems. The payoff to the government will be a reduced volume and weight antenna for rapid deployment of 1 meter class Satellite Communications (SATCOM) capability, and the ability to augment currently fielded inflatable antenna systems with tracking components to enable operation with inclined orbit satellites.

Document Details

Document Type
Accomplishment
Publication Date
Oct 01, 2012
Source ID
ee549ba24afa1ffecc4cf13a027831e4

Tags

Readers

  • Aerospace Engineering
  • Space Exploration and Orbital Mechanics.
  • Tactical Satellite Communications Systems Engineering.

Technology Areas

  • Space
  • Space - Satellites

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