Reflector latching mechanism for segmented reflectors used in satellite communication systems
US8654035B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jun 23, 2010 |
| Grant date | Feb 18, 2014 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 8, 2032 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH01Q15/162
- WIPO fieldTelecommunications
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
There is provided an antenna reflector including at least first and second reflector segments, each having first and second sides. The first and second reflector segments being configured to be connected together wherein the first sides of the first and second reflector segments define a substantially continuous surface of an antenna reflector. A first latch member is attached to the second side of the first reflector segment and a second latch member is attached to the second side of the second reflector segment. Each latch member includes an abutting surface which contacts one another when the first and second reflector segments are connected together. At least one protrusion extends from the abutting surface of the first latch member. There is at least one recess in the abutting surface of the second latch member. The protrusion is received in the recess when the respective abutting surfaces contact one another.
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