Parabolic deployable antenna
US10170843B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | May 27, 2016 |
| Grant date | Jan 1, 2019 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 18, 2036 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH01Q19/132
- WIPO fieldTelecommunications
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
A deployable antenna is described. The antenna comprises a mesh attached to foldable ribs, a hub and a sub-reflector. The antenna can be stowed in a tight space for launching in space, and later deployed by extending out of its container. The antenna is designed to work in the Ka band or other bands and can increase data rates and function as a radio antenna.
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