Advanced radome designs with tailorable reinforcement and methods of manufacturing the same
Patent Abstract:
Apparatuses and methods are provided including radome designs with tailorable through thickness reinforcement (TTR) or transverse members that increase mechanical durability of the reinforced radomes against an applied forces while providing desired radar transmissive performance matched to a particular environment. Embodiments provided allow for greater mechanical durability while maintaining sensitive RF performance across the entire structure. TTR in the embodiments include composite rods, fibers, fiber bundles, tows, or a combination of these options. The TTR can be placed through the core or both the skins and the core, and the TTR can be continuous threads of materials.
Inventors:
S. Seghi; J. Kalishek
Patent Number:
10128566Technology Type(s):
Engineering, UAV, drones, weather protection, aircraft, protectionInternal Laboratory Ref #:
200358Patent Status:
ActivePatent Issue Date:
November 13, 2018Lab Representatives