Sectorised Horn Antenna Array Using an RF MEMS Rotary Switch

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作者
Pranonsatit, S. [1 ]
Holmes, A. S. [2 ]
Lucyszyn, S. [2 ]
机构
[1] Kasetsart Univ, Dept Elect Engn, Bangkok, Thailand
[2] Imperial Coll London, Dept Elect & Elect Engn, Opt & Semicond Devices Grp, Exhibit Rd, London SW7 2AZ, England
基金
英国工程与自然科学研究理事会;
关键词
Sectorised antenna array; horn antenna; RF MEMS; rotary switch; TAPERED SLOT ANTENNA;
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TM [电工技术]; TN [电子技术、通信技术];
学科分类号
0808 ; 0809 ;
摘要
A sectorised horn antenna array, comprising eight Vivaldi antennas and a single-pole multiple-throw RF MEMS rotary switch, has been demonstrated for the first time. Details of the design and fabrication are presented, together with preliminary measurements for a proof-of-concept prototype which confirm the principle of operation. It is believed that with further work a much higher performance can be achieved.
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页码:1909 / 1913
页数:5
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