Folded optics mesh hoop column deployable reflector system
US10418712B1 · kind B1 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Nov 5, 2018 |
| Grant date | Sep 17, 2019 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 5, 2038 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH01Q19/193
- WIPO fieldTelecommunications
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
Folded optics reflector system includes a hoop assembly configured to expand between a collapsed configuration and an expanded configuration to define a circumferential hoop. A mesh reflector surface is secured to the hoop assembly such that when the hoop assembly is in the expanded configuration, the reflector surface is expanded to a shape that is configured to concentrate RF energy in a desired pattern. The system also includes a mast assembly comprised of an extendible boom. The hoop assembly is secured by a plurality of cords relative to a top and bottom portion of the boom, whereby upon extension of the boom to a deployed condition, the hoop assembly is supported by the boom. A subreflector is disposed at the top portion of the boom.
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