Synthesis of Wide-Angle Scanning Arrays through Array Power Control

TL;DR

This paper introduces a novel multi-objective methodology for designing wide-angle scanning arrays, optimizing radiated power and reflected power, demonstrated through diverse simulated examples.

Contribution

It presents a new approach that formulates array synthesis as a multi-objective problem considering power distribution and reflection, enhancing array performance.

Findings

Effective array designs for wide-angle scanning demonstrated.

Method shows versatility across different radiators and configurations.

Potential for improved array efficiency and scanning range.

Abstract

A new methodology for the synthesis of wide-angle scanning arrays is proposed. It is based on the formulation of the array design problem as a multi-objective one where, for each scan angle, both the radiated power density in the scan direction and the total reflected power are accounted for. A set of numerical results from full-wave simulated examples - dealing with different radiators, arrangements, frequencies, and number of elements - is reported to show the features of the proposed approach as well as to assess its potentialities.