Optimization design method for the cable network of mesh reflector antennas considering space thermal effects
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DOI: 10.1016/j.ast.2019.105380
Abstract: Abstract The mesh reflector antenna is widely used in space satellites for its characteristics of lightweight, large aperture, high precision, and high stiffness. As the form of mesh surface is heavily depended on cable forces… read more here.
Keywords: mesh reflector; space; optimization design; cable ... See more keywords
Electrostatically Actuated X-Band Mesh Reflector with Bend-Formed Support Structure
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DOI: 10.2514/1.a35914
Abstract: Increasing the size of radio frequency (RF) reflectors in space can enhance gain and spatial resolution in applications such as space-based communication and remote sensing. The size of current passive deployable reflectors is limited by… read more here.
Keywords: reflector; space; actuated band; support structure ... See more keywords