Wideband Antennas

Quad-Ridged Horn Antenna

Description

Our antennas based on quad-ridged horn technology are perfectly suitable for diverse space applications ranging from GNSS Augmentation to Space Situational Awareness, Spectrum Surveillance, etc.

We develop ridged-horn antennas to be integrated into ad-hoc architected satellite payloads as part of specific projects agreed upon with the customer. Its full-metal design allows these antennas to be devoid of disruptive phenomena such as electrostatic discharge, thus ensuring robustness in hostile environments, as well as providing extremely low insertion losses.

Specifically, Anywaves quad-ridged horn antennas are designed to attain radiate fields in dual linear/circular polarization over very wide frequency ranges, i.e., up to 100% of fractional bandwidth. Case in point, an antenna version operating in the unified C+X band achieves boresight gain values above 8 dBi with radiation efficiency higher than 90%.

Moreover, Anywaves guarantees an antenna device that meets high space standards in terms of thermoelastic robustness. Our horns undergo indeed a qualification campaign that includes vibration, shocks, and thermal vacuum cycling. Acceptance tests customized to your specific needs are possible too.

Please note that our quad-ridged horn antennas are not a COTS (Commercial Off The Shelf) product. They are custom-made upond demand, hence why we do not have a generic datasheet to provide.

Contact our team for more information about the Quad-Ridged Horn Antenna today.

Full-metal
Wideband RF performance
Medium-gain (>10 dBi)
Custom design to your needs (spectrum surveillance, GNSS augmentation, etc.)
ESD free
ITAR free

Frequency band

From S to X-band

Polarization

Dual linear/circular polarization

Realized gain

> 6 dBi at boresight everywhere from S- to C-band
> 8 dBi at boresight everywhere from C- to X-band

Fractional Bandwidth

100%

Size

For S+C band solution:
< 110x110x200 mm3
For C+X band solution:
< 60x60x150 mm3

Materials

Full-metal structure

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Included services

Requirement Definition

At Anywaves, we specialize in delivering custom-made antennas tailored to meet your unique requirements. Our expertise allows us to understand your specific needs and translate them into antenna specifications. We work closely with you to identify key parameters such as frequency bands, gain, beamwidth, mechanical constraints, and environmental considerations. Our team of experienced engineers collaborates with you throughout the process, ensuring that the antenna design aligns precisely with your application’s demands. With our deep understanding of your needs and attention to detail, we guarantee antennas that deliver optimal performance and reliability for your specific use case.

Project Management

Our goal is to ensure a seamless and successful antenna development process. Our experienced spatial project managers are skilled in coordinating all aspects of your custom-made antenna project, from initial concept to final delivery. With meticulous planning, effective communication, and diligent resource allocation, we ensure that your spatial project stays on track through key milestones (PDR, CDR, TRR, TRB…). Our project management expertise enables us to navigate complex challenges, mitigate risks, and provide you with regular updates on project progress.

Technical Expertise

Our team of skilled engineers has extensive experience in antenna design and development, as well as in the space and defense industries. We leverage the latest tools and technologies to develop innovative antenna solutions that meet even the most complex challenges. With our technical expertise, we can optimize key parameters such as gain, bandwidth, radiation pattern, and impedance matching to deliver antennas that excel in your specific application. Moreover, we keep a pragmatic approach in mind and submit our antennas to an extensive testing process in order to mitigate the risks throughout the project.

Extensive Documentation

At Anywaves, we understand the importance of comprehensive and accurate documentation for your custom-made antenna projects. We make sure to create clear and concise documentation that covers all aspects of the antenna design, specifications, testing procedures, and installation guidelines. In addition to our standard EIDP package, we also deliver throughout the project all the design justification that you may need : RF, mechanical, thermal, radiation analyses ; test plan ; test reports… We make sure to deliver documentation that adds value to your project and guarantees that your antenna is compliant to your needs.