18542953. HIGH ISOLATION RING SLOT PATCH RADIATOR FOR PHASED ARRAY ANTENNAS simplified abstract (The Boeing Company)
Contents
- 1 HIGH ISOLATION RING SLOT PATCH RADIATOR FOR PHASED ARRAY ANTENNAS
- 1.1 Organization Name
- 1.2 Inventor(s)
- 1.3 HIGH ISOLATION RING SLOT PATCH RADIATOR FOR PHASED ARRAY ANTENNAS - A simplified explanation of the abstract
- 1.4 Simplified Explanation
- 1.5 Potential Applications
- 1.6 Problems Solved
- 1.7 Benefits
- 1.8 Potential Commercial Applications
- 1.9 Possible Prior Art
- 1.10 Unanswered Questions
- 1.11 Original Abstract Submitted
HIGH ISOLATION RING SLOT PATCH RADIATOR FOR PHASED ARRAY ANTENNAS
Organization Name
Inventor(s)
Peter Timothy Heisen of Kent WA (US)
Mark Gregory Bedson of Federal Way WA (US)
HIGH ISOLATION RING SLOT PATCH RADIATOR FOR PHASED ARRAY ANTENNAS - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18542953 titled 'HIGH ISOLATION RING SLOT PATCH RADIATOR FOR PHASED ARRAY ANTENNAS
Simplified Explanation
The antenna elements described in the patent application consist of a metallic square ring patch and a metallic square ring slot for transmitting or receiving radio frequency (RF) signals. These elements are separated by several dielectric layers, with a low-dielectric foam layer positioned beneath the square ring patch.
- The antenna elements are part of an antenna array that can collectively generate or receive RF signals with an agile, electronically scanning antenna array beam, without any moving parts.
- The antenna array includes a top section for communicating RF signals, a bottom section for generating a desired RF signal, and a foam layer separating the ring patch from the ring slot to ensure high isolation between the top and bottom sections.
Potential Applications
The technology described in the patent application could be applied in the following areas:
- Radar systems for airborne and mobile vehicles
- Communication systems for military or commercial use
- Satellite communication systems
Problems Solved
The technology addresses the following issues:
- High isolation between antenna elements in higher gain and high-power arrays
- Agile, electronically scanning antenna array beam without moving parts
- Efficient transmission and reception of RF signals
Benefits
The technology offers the following benefits:
- Improved performance in radar and communication systems
- Enhanced reliability and durability due to the absence of moving parts
- Increased flexibility and adaptability in antenna array configurations
Potential Commercial Applications
The technology could find commercial applications in:
- Aerospace and defense industries
- Telecommunications companies
- Satellite communication providers
Possible Prior Art
One possible prior art for this technology could be the use of dielectric layers in antenna elements to improve performance and isolation between components.
Unanswered Questions
How does the technology compare to traditional mechanically scanned antenna arrays in terms of performance and reliability?
The article does not provide a direct comparison between the technology described and traditional mechanically scanned antenna arrays.
What are the potential challenges in implementing this technology in real-world applications, and how can they be addressed?
The article does not address the potential challenges in implementing the technology or provide solutions to overcome them.
Original Abstract Submitted
Antenna elements include a metallic square ring patch and a metallic square ring slot to transmit or receive radio frequency (RF) signals. The antenna elements use several dielectric layers that are separated by a low-dielectric foam layer upon which the square ring patch is positioned. The antenna elements may be arranged into an antenna array that is tunable to collectively generate or receive RF signals to and from airborne and mobile vehicles with an agile, electronically scanning antenna array beam, with no moving parts. The antenna array includes a top section to communicate RF signals; a bottom section to generate a desired RF signal; and a foam layer between the top and bottom sections to separate the ring patch from the ring slot. High isolation between the top section and the bottom section allows the antenna elements to be used in higher gain and high-power arrays without adverse feedback issues.
