Publication Date:
2006-02-14
Description:
Inflatable space antennas are discussed. A brief history of inflatable structures is given. Several antenna configurations are described. The antenna configuration consisting of a thin film cone and parabolic held to the proper shape by internal pressure is discussed in detail.
Keywords:
LAUNCH VEHICLES AND SPACE VEHICLES
Type:
Large Space Antenna Systems Technol., Pt. 1; p 545-574
Format:
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