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Ultra Wideband Conformal Low Profile Antennas for Strike Weapons (1000-174)
Navy SBIR FY2010.3
| Sol No.: |
Navy SBIR FY2010.3 |
| Topic No.: |
N103-204 |
| Topic Title: |
Ultra Wideband Conformal Low Profile Antennas for Strike Weapons (1000-174) |
| Proposal No.: |
N103-204-0387 |
| Firm: |
SI2 Technologies
267 Boston Road
North Billerica, Massachusetts 01862 |
| Contact: |
Patanjali Parimi |
| Phone: |
(978) 495-5300 |
| Web Site: |
www.si2technologies.com |
| Abstract: |
SI2 Technologies, Inc. (SI2) proposes to design and develop conformal antennas for network enabled Strike Weapons. The key characteristics of the novel design concept include: ultra wide bandwidth, omnidirectional coverage, high efficiency, and significant reduction in the thickness of the antenna profile. SI2 will leverage previous experience in developing UWB conformal low profile antennas based on unique antenna design and substrate materials. The performance of the antenna systems will be simulated using high fidelity numerical modeling and simulation tools and validated through the fabrication and test of a prototype.
In Phase II, SI2 will continue to improve upon the Phase I objectives of developing conformal antennas having wide bandwidth, high efficiency, low profile and light weight. In Phase II, the conformal antenna designs will be refined for application on a specific platform. The conformal antennas will be fabricated with SI2's innovative manufacturing technology. The prototype will be tested in a relevant environment to demonstrate the antenna RF performance. |
| Benefits: |
The limited space available on the Strike Weapons limits the size and number of antennas, and therefore the capabilities of the RF communication systems. Development of conformal, wideband, efficient antennas that allow for multiple functions in a single aperture enables efficient communication in a small foot print. In addition, the proposed antenna systems are aerodynamic and will reduce drag, unlike stand alone antennas mounted on the air vehicles. Potential commercial applications include missile, mortar, aircraft communications, navigation, and radar applications. |
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