Tensioned cord attachment of antenna reflector to inflated suppo

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1997-06-30

1999-07-06

Kim, Robert H.

Communications: radio wave antennas

Antennas

Antenna components

343914, H01Q 138

Patent

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059202947

ABSTRACT:
A collapsible conductive material includes a generally mesh-configured, collapsible surface, that defines the intended reflective geometry of an antenna, and a distribution of tensionable cords and ties, which attach the reflective mesh to an inflatable support structure. The antenna is fully deployed once the inflatable support structure is inflated to at least a minimum pressure necessary to place the attachment tie/cord arrangement in a tension that causes the reflective surface to acquire a prescribed (e.g., parabolic) geometry. Preferably, the inflation pressure is above the minimum value, so as to allow for pressure variations (drops) within the support structure.

REFERENCES:
patent: 2814038 (1957-11-01), Miller
patent: 4364053 (1982-12-01), Hotine
patent: 4755819 (1988-07-01), Bernasconi et al.

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