Status of deployable geo-truss development
The development of a deployable geo-truss spacetenna reflector is discussed. The design of the antenna is discussed. The proof of concepts development program is described.
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The development of a deployable geo-truss spacetenna reflector is discussed. The design of the antenna is discussed. The proof of concepts development program is described.
The geo-truss concept provides a natural structural element to use in the deployment or fabrication of large systems. Three systems conceptually proposed and discussed are: (1) direct TV broadcast to half-time zone, Alaska dnd Hawaii; (2) deep space communication satellite; and (3) coastal water surveillance radar satellite.
Communications satellite for Alaska and Mountain States TV defined using computerized synthesis program
Erectable parabolic antenna with space applications
Space erectable microwave truss antenna automatically deploying rigid parabolic reflector
Space erectable truss communication antenna design capable of deploying rigid paraboloid from 5 to 300 ft in diam