Antenna ice removal and prevention apparatus

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1980-08-11

1983-01-11

Moore, David K.

Communications: radio wave antennas

Antennas

With ice clearer or preventer

343840, H01Q 102

Patent

active

043684718

ABSTRACT:
Apparatus for cooperation with an associated antenna for prevention of the formation of ice and/or removal of accumulated ice which includes apparatus for enclosing a substantial portion of the convex face of the antenna to define a plenum chamber and apparatus for burning a fuel to create heat. The apparatus for burning is disposed at the plenum chamber. Apparatus is also provided for distributing heated air to the geometric extent of the plenum chamber. The associated antenna may be generally dish shaped and may have a truss supporting frame. The apparatus for enclosing may include a plurality of discrete panels dimensioned and configured for engagement with the truss work of the associated antenna. The invention also includes a bracket that includes a generally U-shaped bracket and a generally planar member.

REFERENCES:
patent: 4126864 (1978-11-01), Hopkins
patent: 4259671 (1981-03-01), Levin

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