Abstract
A new four element self-adapting conformal microstrip antenna array with an embedded sensor system and voltage controlled phase shifters is introduced. The sensor systems consists of a flexible resistive sensor used to measure the shape of the conformal surface and circuitry for measuring the resistance of the sensor. The voltage controlled phase shifters are controlled by the sensing circuitry and are used to introduce a specific phase compensation that dynamically preserves the radiation pattern of the array as the shape of the antenna changes. Specifically, in this work, the autonomous recovery of the half-power beamwidth (HPBW) of the four element array is investigated.
Original language | English |
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Title of host publication | Proceedings of the 2012 IEEE International Symposium on Antennas and Propagation |
Publisher | IEEE |
ISBN (Electronic) | 9781467304627 |
ISBN (Print) | 9781467304610 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 12 Nov 2012 |
Event | Joint 2012 IEEE International Symposium on Antennas and Propagation and USNC-URSI National Radio Science Meeting - Chicago, IL, United States Duration: 8 Jul 2012 → 14 Jul 2012 |
Conference
Conference | Joint 2012 IEEE International Symposium on Antennas and Propagation and USNC-URSI National Radio Science Meeting |
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Abbreviated title | APSURSI 2012 |
Country/Territory | United States |
City | Chicago, IL |
Period | 8/07/12 → 14/07/12 |
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Electrical and Electronic Engineering