Mesh antenna reflector with deployable perimeter
US10811759B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Nov 13, 2018 |
| Grant date | Oct 20, 2020 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 14, 2039 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH01Q15/168
- WIPO fieldTelecommunications
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
Antenna reflector has a reflector surface which forms a predetermined dish-like shape. The reflector surface includes an inner section which radially extends a first predetermined distance from a main dish axis. This inner section is immovably supported on a fixed backing structure. The reflector surface also includes an outer section comprising a deployable perimeter. A deployable support structure is comprised of a plurality of rib tips hingedly secured to the fixed backing structure, each having an elongated shape, and extending in a direction away from the main dish axis. The rib tips are configured to rotate on hinge members relative to the fixed backing structure from a first position in which the reflector antenna is made more compact for stowage, to a second position in which a diameter of the reflector surface is increased at a time of deployment.
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