Beam-Scanning Reflectarray Based on a Single Varactor-Tuned Element

A single varactor-tuned element is investigated as effective solution for the realization of reconfigurable reflectarray antennas. The proposed configuration is successfully implemented for the design of an X-band reflectarray prototype of 3×15 radiators. A dedicated electronic control board is desi...

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Main Authors: F. Venneri, S. Costanzo, G. Di Massa, E. Marozzo, A. Borgia, P. Corsonello, M. Salzano
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Hindawi Limited 2012-01-01
Series:International Journal of Antennas and Propagation
Online Access:http://dx.doi.org/10.1155/2012/290285
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Summary:A single varactor-tuned element is investigated as effective solution for the realization of reconfigurable reflectarray antennas. The proposed configuration is successfully implemented for the design of an X-band reflectarray prototype of 3×15 radiators. A dedicated electronic control board is designed as an integral part of the antenna. Good performances in terms of beam-scanning capabilities are obtained from measurements.
ISSN:1687-5869
1687-5877