Communications: directive radio wave systems and devices (e.g. – Directive – Including a satellite
Patent
1990-03-30
1991-12-24
Tarcza, Thomas H.
Communications: directive radio wave systems and devices (e.g.,
Directive
Including a satellite
342356, 343765, 343880, 343915, H04B 7216
Patent
active
050756826
ABSTRACT:
A single axis tracking system for a satellite moving in an inclined orbit. A linear antenna mount is used which is equipped for longitudinal tilt adjustment to enable an antenna to accurately track the longitudinal centerline of the figure 8 path of a satellite in an inclined orbit from any geographic location within the footprint of the satellite. The trajectory of the satellite is determined relative to the geographic location of the antenna mount. A time referenced tracking control signal moves the antenna mount. The signal from the satellite is periodically sampled and compared with stored values to verify the calculated trajectory. If a significant deviation occurs over a predetermined period, a new trajectory is automatically calculated and the time referenced trajectory signal is adjusted accordingly.
REFERENCES:
patent: 3271565 (1966-09-01), Blackman
patent: 3316552 (1967-04-01), Reid
patent: 3747095 (1973-07-01), Wilson
patent: 4628323 (1986-09-01), Crean
patent: 4716416 (1987-12-01), Smith et al.
patent: 4819002 (1989-04-01), Reboullet
patent: 4875052 (1989-10-01), Anderson et al.
Swann Tod
Tarcza Thomas H.
LandOfFree
Antenna mount and method for tracking a satellite moving in an i does not yet have a rating. At this time, there are no reviews or comments for this patent.
If you have personal experience with Antenna mount and method for tracking a satellite moving in an i, we encourage you to share that experience with our LandOfFree.com community. Your opinion is very important and Antenna mount and method for tracking a satellite moving in an i will most certainly appreciate the feedback.
Profile ID: LFUS-PAI-O-46128