RADOME - REFLECTOR ASSEMBLY MECHANISM

In one embodiment, a radome-reflector assembly for, e.g., a microwave antenna, has (i) two semi-circular rims that receive the peripheries of the radome and the reflector and (ii) fixed and adjustable clamps that secure the ends of the rims together. The rims are designed with slanted inner surfaces that engage the periphery of the reflector, such that, when the adjustable clamp is tightened circumferentially, the periphery of the reflector is forced laterally to abut other rim structure to form a metal-to-metal RF seal between the reflector and the rims. Certain assemblies with low profiles and low circumferential forces can be assembled without special tooling using plastic clamps and still achieve good RF seals. 1. Apparatus for securing a radome to a reflector , the apparatus comprising:(a) one or more rims, each rim receiving a periphery of the radome and a periphery of the reflector; and(b) an adjustable clamp configured to connect a pair of adjacent rim ends together, wherein the adjustable second clamp can be adjusted to control an amount of connecting force applied between the pair of adjacent rim ends.2. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein:the one or more rims comprise first and second rims; and a first clamp configured to connect first ends of the first and second rims together; and', 'the adjustable clamp configured to connect second ends of the first and second rims together, wherein the adjustable clamp can be adjusted to control an amount of connecting force applied between the second ends of the first and second rims., 'the one or more clamps comprise3. The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the first clamp is a fixed clamp configured to rigidly connect the first ends of the first and second rims together.4. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the adjustable clamp comprises:a first component rigidly connectable to a first end of the pair of adjacent rim ends;a second component rigidly connectable to a second end of the pair of adjacent rim ends; andan ...

Radome—reflector assembly mechanism

In one embodiment, a radome-reflector assembly for, e.g., a microwave antenna, has (i) two semi-circular rims that receive the peripheries of the radome and the reflector and (ii) fixed and adjustable clamps that secure the ends of the rims together. The rims are designed with slanted inner surfaces that engage the periphery of the reflector, such that, when the adjustable clamp is tightened circumferentially, the periphery of the reflector is forced laterally to abut other rim structure to form a metal-to-metal RF seal between the reflector and the rims. Certain assemblies with low profiles and low circumferential forces can be assembled without special tooling using plastic clamps and still achieve good RF seals.

Radome - Reflector Assembly Mechanism

In one embodiment, a radome-reflector assembly for, e.g., a microwave antenna, has (i) two semi-circular rims that receive the peripheries of the radome and the reflector and (ii) fixed and adjustable clamps that secure the ends of the rims together. The rims are designed with slanted inner surfaces that engage the periphery of the reflector, such that, when the adjustable clamp is tightened circumferentially, the periphery of the reflector is forced laterally to abut other rim structure to form a metal-to-metal RF seal between the reflector and the rims. Certain assemblies with low profiles and low circumferential forces can be assembled without special tooling using plastic clamps and still achieve good RF seals.

Foldable radome

In one embodiment, a foldable radome sub-assembly for an antenna reflector dish has flexible material connected to a plurality of rigid rim segments. Connection elements (e.g., inserts) are configured to interconnect two adjacent rim segments, such that, with the connection elements applied, the radome sub-assembly is configured as a radome connectable to the antenna reflector dish, and, without the connection elements applied, the radome sub-assembly is foldable between adjacent rim segments. The foldable radome sub-assembly can be folded up for efficient storage and shipping, yet is easy to configure in the field into a rigid radome for attachment to an antenna reflector dish.

Broad band radome for microwave antenna

A radome for an antenna is provided as a composite of an isotropic outer layer and a structural layer of foamed polymer material. The composite is dimensioned to enclose an open end of the antenna. The radome may be retained upon the antenna by a retaining element and fasteners. The outer layer may be a polymer material with a water resistant characteristic.

Folded Tab Retention Twin Wall Radome and Method of Manufacture

A radome for covering an open end of a reflector dish of a reflector antenna has a generally planar portion of twin-wall extruded polymer material dimensioned to cover the open end of the reflector dish. A periphery of the planar portion is provided with a plurality of slits, the slits defining a plurality of tabs. The tabs are dimensioned for folding around a rim of the reflector dish. The tabs may be retained in the folded position by, for example, a band clamp or directly coupling a portion of the tabs to the planar portion. 1. A radome for covering an open end of a reflector dish of a reflector antenna , comprising:a generally planar portion of twin-wall extruded polymer material dimensioned to cover the open end of the reflector dish;a periphery of the planar portion provided with a plurality of slits, the slits defining a plurality of tabs;the tabs dimensioned for folding around a rim of the reflector dish.2. The radome of claim 1 , wherein the slits are aligned radially from a center of the planar portion.3. The radome of claim 1 , wherein the twin-wall extruded polymer material has a front wall and a back wall claim 1 , the front wall and the back wall separated by a plurality of flutes; a hollow channel provided between each of the flutes.4. The radome of claim 2 , wherein the channels are generally linear; each of the channels aligned parallel to one another.5. The radome of claim 1 , further including a band clamp dimensioned to retain the planar portion upon the reflector dish claim 1 , the tabs folded around the rim.6. The radome of claim 5 , wherein the band clamp is a band with an inward projecting proximal lip and an inward projecting distal lip;the proximal lip provided with a turnback region dimensioned to engage an outer surface of a signal area of the reflector dish in an interference fit.7. The radome of claim 1 , wherein the tabs are provided with attachment areas between the planar portion and a second portion of each tab claim 1 , when the ...

Method and Apparatus for Radome and Reflector Dish Interconnection

An interconnection retaining a radome upon a periphery of a reflector dish has a plurality of curved channel portions, each of the channel portions provided with an open periphery slot and an open retention slot. The periphery slot dimensioned to receive the peripheries of the radome and reflector dish. The channel portions are arranged end-to-end adjacent to one another, encircling the peripheries of the radome and reflector dish seated within the periphery slot. A gap may be provided between one or more of the channel portions. A link member is seated within the retention slot at an end of each adjacent channel portion. The retention slot at the end of each of the adjacent channel portions is crimped upon the link member. The link member may be, for example, a portion of threaded rod or a molded portion of polymer material.

BROAD BAND RADOME FOR MICROWAVE ANTENNA

A radome for an antenna is provided as a composite of an isotropic outer layer and a structural layer of foamed polymer material. The composite is dimensioned to enclose an open end of the antenna. The radome may be retained upon the antenna by a retaining element and fasteners. The outer layer may be a polymer material with a water resistant characteristic. 1. A radome for an antenna , comprising:a composite of an isotropic outer layer and a structural layer of foam material; wherein the composite is dimensioned for enclosing an open end of the antenna.2. The radome of claim 1 , wherein the outer layer has a thickness of 0.5 millimeters or less.3. The radome of claim 1 , wherein the structural layer has a thickness from a distal end of a reflector dish of two or more wavelengths of a minimum operating frequency.4. The radome of claim 1 , wherein the outer layer extends around an outer diameter of the structural layer.5. The radome of claim 4 , wherein the outer layer extends around the outer diameter of the structural layer to an inner surface of the structural layer claim 4 , without extending inward to a signal transmission surface of the inner layer.6. The radome of claim 1 , wherein a signal transmission surface of an inner side of the structural layer is uncovered.7. The radome of claim 1 , wherein the structural layer is one of polystyrene claim 1 , polyurethane claim 1 , polyethylene and polypropylene.8. The radome of claim 1 , wherein the outer layer is a coating upon the structural layer.9. The radome of claim 1 , wherein the outer layer is a film coupled to the structural layer.10. The radome of claim 1 , wherein the radome has a domed profile with a planar inner side.11. The radome of claim 1 , wherein the radome has an inner projection claim 1 , the inner projection extending inwardly of a plane of a retaining flange of a reflector dish of the antenna.12. The radome of claim 11 , wherein the inner projection also seats along an inner signal surface of ...

Foldable Radome

In one embodiment, a foldable radome sub-assembly for an antenna reflector dish has flexible material connected to a plurality of rigid rim segments. Connection elements (e.g., inserts) are configured to interconnect two adjacent rim segments, such that, with the connection elements applied, the radome sub-assembly is configured as a radome connectable to the antenna reflector dish, and, without the connection elements applied, the radome sub-assembly is foldable between adjacent rim segments. The foldable radome sub-assembly can be folded up for efficient storage and shipping, yet is easy to configure in the field into a rigid radome for attachment to an antenna reflector dish.

BROAD BAND RADOME FOR MICROWAVE ANTENNA

A radome for an antenna is provided as a composite of an isotropic outer layer and a structural layer of foamed polymer material. The composite is dimensioned to enclose an open end of the antenna. The radome may be retained upon the antenna by a retaining element and fasteners. The outer layer may be a polymer material with a water resistant characteristic. The structural layer may project inward and/or outward with respect to a plane of the seating surface of the radome. 1. A radome for a reflector antenna , comprising:a composite of an isotropic outer layer and a structural layer of foam material;an inner side of the structural layer provided with an annular seating surface;a signal transmission surface of the structural layer, encircled by the annular seating surface, projecting inward of the seating surface along a longitudinal axis of the radome.2. The radome of claim 1 , wherein the signal transmission surface is conical.3. The radome of claim 1 , wherein the signal transmission surface has a plurality of inward projections provided as annular grooves concentric with the seating surface.4. The radome of claim 1 , wherein the signal transmission surface has a plurality of annular steps; the annular steps progressively decreasing in diameter toward a center of the radome.5. The radome of claim 4 , wherein the annular steps are provided as separate disks of foam material claim 4 , the disks stacked one upon the other.6. The radome of claim 1 , wherein the signal transmission surface is dimensioned to contact an inner signal surface of a reflector dish of the reflector antenna.7. The radome of claim 1 , wherein the signal transmission surface includes inward projections dimensioned to contact an inner signal surface of a reflector dish of the reflector antenna.8. The radome of claim 1 , wherein the outer layer is planar.9. The radome of claim 1 , wherein the outer layer is angled with respect to a plane of the seating surface.10. The radome of claim 1 , wherein ...

Electronic Device Gripping System

An electronic device gripping system allows a user to securely and comfortably hold a portable electronic device using one or more fingers. The system includes a base member having a first surface, a second surface, and a perimeter edge coupled to and extending between the first surface and the second surface. A finger securement member is coupled to the first surface of the base member and receives a finger of a user therein. A connector is coupled to the base member and couples the base member to a cell phone. 1. An electronic gripping system comprising:a base member having a first surface, a second surface, and a perimeter edge coupled to and extending between said first surface and said second surface;a finger securement member coupled to said first surface of said base member, said finger securement member being configured to receive a finger of a user therein; anda connector coupled to said base member, said connector being configured for coupling said base member to a cell phone.2. The system of claim 1 , further comprising wherein said finger securement member comprises a ring.3. The system of claim 1 , further comprising wherein said finger securement member is comprised of an elastomeric material.4. The system of claim 1 , further comprising said finger securement member being movable relative to said base member.5. The system of claim 4 , further comprising said finger securement member being pivotal relative to said base member.6. The system of claim 5 , further comprising wherein said first surface of said base member has a depression extending therein claim 5 , said finger securement member being pivotal into and out of said depression.7. The system of claim 6 , further comprising said finger securement member being positioned flush with respect to said first surface of said base member when said finger securement member is positioned in said depression.8. The system of claim 6 , further comprising a locking member coupled to said base member claim 6 , ...

Radome - reflector assembly mechanism

In one embodiment, a radome - reflector assembly for, e.g., a microwave antenna, has (i) two semi-circular rims that receive the peripheries of the radome and the reflector and (ii) fixed and adjustable clamps that secure the ends of the rims together. The rims are designed with slanted inner surfaces that engage the periphery of the reflector, such that, when the adjustable clamp is tightened circumferentially, the periphery of the reflector is forced laterally to abut other rim structure to form a metal-to-metal RF seal between the reflector and the rims. Certain assemblies with low profiles and low circumferential forces can be assembled without special tooling using plastic clamps and still achieve good RF seals.

Radome - reflector assembly mechanism

Foldable radome

In one embodiment, a foldable radome sub-assembly for an antenna reflector dish has flexible material connected to a plurality of rigid rim segments. Connection elements (e.g., inserts) are configured to interconnect two adjacent rim segments, such that, with the connection elements applied, the radome sub-assembly is configured as a radome connectable to the antenna reflector dish, and, without the connection elements applied, the radome sub-assembly is foldable between adjacent rim segments. The foldable radome sub-assembly can be folded up for efficient storage and shipping, yet is easy to configure in the field into a rigid radome for attachment to an antenna reflector dish.

Broad band radome for microwave antenna

A radome for an antenna is provided as a composite of an isotropic outer layer and a structural layer of foamed polymer material. The composite is dimensioned to enclose an open end of the antenna. The radome may be retained upon the antenna by a retaining element and fasteners. The outer layer may be a polymer material with a water resistant characteristic. The structural layer may project inward and/or outward with respect to a plane of the seating surface of the radome.