Publication Date:
2019-07-12
Description:
New approach more effective than traditional rms-surface-distortion approach. Optimization procedure for control of shape of reflector of large space antenna (LSA). Main feature is shape-controlling mathematical mechanism driven by need to satisfy explicit EM design requirements. Uses standard finite-element structural analysis, aperture-integration EM analysis, and constrained optimization techniques to predict set of actuator inputs that improves performance of antenna while minimizing applied control effort. Procedure applicable to wide variety of LSA concepts.
Keywords:
ELECTRONIC SYSTEMS
Type:
LAR-13851
,
NASA Tech Briefs (ISSN 0145-319X); 13; 7; P. 34
Format:
text
Permalink