CA10716_BOOM-S

CA10716_BOOM-S is a reflector antenna system manufactured by a multinational aerospace organization. It is designed to provide global coverage for earth-to-space communication needs while using minimal size and weight. The system is composed of two beryllium-coated reflectors, which have been precision-machined to a very accurate (lambda/4) shape. Each reflector has a different shape designed to focus the Radio Frequency (RF) energy in a specific direction. The system combines a feedhorn assembly with a polarizing grid feedhorn assembly to produce a balanced response from the system, meaning that the forward gain, side-lobe level, and cross-polarization levels are uniform in all directions.

The CA10716_BOOM-S is most often used in radio broadcasting, maritime communications, and satellite communications. This system is ideal for terrain-challenged areas, as it can provide wide area coverage without requiring the use of a tower. The adjustability of the feedhorn assembly allows for optimal positioning and adjustment of the RF energy pattern. This allows for precise control of the system beamwidth and gain, with minimal degradation of antenna performance.

The operation of the CA10716_BOOM-S system is relatively simple. The antenna system consists of two reflectors which are mounted on a lightweight base plate. The generic feedhorn assembly is electronically controlled and allows for the input signal to be connected either to the feedhorn or to the polarizing grid feedhorn. The two reflectors can then be adjusted mechanically, enabling the beam to “tilt” towards the desired direction.

The CA10716_BOOM-S system operates according to the Laws of Reflection. The Laws of Reflection hold that when a wave reaches an interface between two different materials (such as air and metal, as is the case with the reflectors used in this system) the wave will be reflected at almost the same angle in which it was incident. When a radio wave reaches the perfectly smooth surface of the reflector, it is reflected from the surface in a way that is similar to a ball bouncing off a perfectly flat surface. This process allows for the beam to be directed in the desired direction.

The CA10716_BOOM-S system has been tested extensively in a wide range of environments, and shown to perform consistently and accurately. With its ability to provide wide area coverage and exceptional performance, the CA10716_BOOM-S provides an excellent choice for a variety of radio broadcast, maritime, and satellite communication applications.